How to apply

To apply for a job advertised please either download and print a copy of application form here or contact the Personnel Officer to request an application form to be sent to you.

To prospective applicants

Thank you for your recent enquiry concerning our vacancy. I am delighted that you have shown interest in this post and can assure you that, if appointed, you will be joining an excellent school.

The Gilberd is a very successful and popular 11-16 Foundation comprehensive school, committed to continuous improvement and the raising of student achievement. We were a Beacon school and in September 2002 we became a ‘Specialist School’ in Mathematics and Computing. In September 2004 we were awarded the prestigious Leading Edge status. Drawn from the best secondary schools in the country, the 200 Leading Edge schools work collaboratively with partners to drive up educational standards. In 2006 the school was invited by the DfES to take on an additional leading role. The Governors chose a second specialism, Sports College with Drama that began in April 2007.

This is a school that is committed to improvement. Our priority is to raise student achievement by concentrating on teaching and learning; all of our work and development supports this. Colleagues work hard but are well supported. The Gilberd is a happy school characterised by good relationships.

Included in this pack of information for you is a job description and details about the school which I hope you will find useful. More information can be found on our school website www.gilberd.com. I can assure you every consideration will be given to you to make sure we see you in your best light.

Application will be by means of application form and letter.Your letter should state how your experience to date has prepared you for this post.

I look forward to receiving your application by the closing date specified on the advert.

Yours sincerely

Mrs L E Exley
Headteacher

Applications should be returned to the personnel Officer at the school.

School Address:

The Gilberd School

Brinkly Lane

Colchester

Essex

CO4 9PU