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We are always interested in hearing from exceptional candidates who share our vision and values. All current vacancies will be listed on our website with clear information about how to apply.
We offer the chance to work in a school that is ambitious, inclusive and full of energy. If you’re ready for your next challenge, we look forward to welcoming your application.
Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working.
We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw an advert prior to the closing date.*
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Current Vacancies
Please see below for our current Vacancies
Patcham High School have a unique opportunity in our school kitchens. We are looking to appoint an apprentice to support our catering team.
Patcham High School is more than just a school. It’s a place where students feel they belong. It’s a place where character is built, friendships are formed, and ambitions are realised.
We are proud of our community and confident that here, every student can unlock their potential and shape a future full of possibility.
The apprentice would be following the Food Production level 2 apprenticeship.
Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship
In return we can offer you:
• A welcoming, friendly team and environments
• A dynamic team willing to train and assist you in your career.
If you have any questions, please contact Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email to eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Apprentice Catering Assistant |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The pro rata salary is £14,576.25
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| Hours |
Monday to Friday inclusive, 7:30am - 2:30pm, with 30 minute lunch break Term time only, 44.85 weeks per year Total of 32.5 hours per week |
| Expected Duration | 15 months |
| Closing Date | Wednesday 10th December 2025 |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working.
We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.
Advert-Food-Production-Apprenticeship-Nov-25.pdfFood-Production-L2-EVIA-25-26.pdf
We are looking for a Lunchtime and Kitchen Assistant to join our team.
Patcham High school run an in-house catering service for our students, staff and visitors. We are looking for a reliable and organised Lunchtime Assistant to join our team. The successful person will assist with lunchtime duties, including operation of tills and cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas to provide a quality service for our students and staff.
If you have any questions or to submit your completed application form, please contact Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email to eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Lunchtime & Kitchen Assistant |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The Salary Scale for this post is NJC Scale 3, Point 7-8, currently £26,403 - £26,824pa, full-time equivalent. The actual pro-rata salary is £6,182 - £6,280 per annum.
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| Hours |
Monday to Friday inclusive, 12:45pm - 2:45pm (10 hours per week) Term time only. (Paid for 45.05 weeks per annum) |
| Closing Date | Tuesday 16th December at 1pm |
| Interviews | Thursday 18th December 2025 |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working.
We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.
Lunchtime-Assistant-Advert-Nov-25.pdfLunchtime-Assistant-JD-Person-Spec-Nov-25.pdf
We are looking to appoint Examination Invigilators to join our team.
Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high-quality teaching and want the very best for all our students.
In joining Patcham High, you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a ‘can do attitude’. We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead.
Candidates should be:
- Calm, organised and observant
- Patient
- Able to follow instructions
- Able to remain in one room for some time
If you have any questions, please contact Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email to eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Exam Invigilators |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The hourly rate for this post is LGA Scale 3, Points 7-8 £13.69 per hour
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| Hours |
TBC Mock Exam Window February 2025 GCSE Exam Window May - June 2025 |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working.
We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.
Exam-Invigilator-Advert-Nov-25.pdf
Exam-Invigilator-JD-Person-Spec-Nov-25.pdf
We currently have a vacancy on our governing board for a former student/alumni of Patcham High School to join as a co-opted governor
If this is something you may be interested in, please find further information below
/about-us/governing-board#page-content---interested-in-becoming-a-member-of-our-governing-board
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Information for New Starters
Please find below links to all the key policies and documents you will need to have read before starting at Patcham High School
Keeping-children-safe-in-education-2025-part-one-information-for-all-school-and-college-staff.pdf
PHS-HS-Policy-2024.pdfPHS-Privacy-Notice-2024.pdfPHS-Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy.pdfPHS-Code-of-conduct-for-school-staff.pdfPHS-Social-networking-Policy-b2b.pdfGSWP-Feb-2022-v2-1.pdfPHS-Safe-school.pdf