Shiplake College is an HMC co-educational boarding and day school offering a holistic education for around 540 pupils from Year 7 to Sixth Form. There has been a co-educational Sixth Form since 1998 and in September 2023 girls joined in Year 7 as we look to the future as a fully co-educational place of learning - as of 2024, the Lower School (Years 7 and 8) has 40% girls. As well as providing a fantastic learning and living environment for young people, Shiplake offers an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding working environment.
We strive to recruit the best possible teaching and support staff to drive the College forwards and ensure we continue to provide the best possible rounded education for our pupils. Our recruitment selection and disclosures policy can be accessed at the link below.
Recruitment Policy
For all teaching appointments, a willingness to participate in the varied extra-curricular life of a busy boarding and day school is essential. Shiplake has a defined contribution pension scheme (APTIS or alternative option for support staff) and its own salary scale. Accommodation may be available on site and further paid responsibilities may also be available. Excellence in the classroom and an ability to inspire young people are paramount and non-negotiable.
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Shiplake College offers a beautiful working environment, supportive colleagues and all staff enjoy a free lunch and evening meal if on duty. In addition, staff are encouraged to make use of the onsite gym facilities, open air swimming (during summer months), and join a variety of staff teams such as football, touch rugby and cricket.
Current Vacancies
Head of Physics
Starting September 2025
We have a superb opportunity for a well-qualified and energetic teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning, and whose love of physics will inspire and challenge our pupils to achieve their full potential.
This role would suit either an experienced leader or a motivated science teacher looking to gain leadership experience in a school where teachers are enthusiastic practitioners of their subjects and have a strong sense of community.
Science is a strong subject at the College, and we are proud of our pupils achievements at GCSE and A-level. We have ten main teaching laboratories, all of which are either brand new, or have been refurbished this academic year. We are looking for our next Head of Physics to help the pupils make the most of these superb facilities.
Early applications are welcomed, as the College reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.
Head of Physics Candidate Pack
Teaching Staff Application Form
Closing Date: Wednesday 26 March 2025 at 10am
Interviews: Tuesday 1 April 2025
Teacher of Computer Studies
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking Teacher of Computer Studies to teach across all key stages. This is a superb opportunity for a suitably qualified practitioner to play a leading role in this enthusiastic department. The successful candidate will be able to contribute to the department’s diverse curriculum which includes Computing at KS3, Computer Science GCSE and A-level and a bespoke Digital Literacy curriculum in Years 7-9.
The role would suit an energetic teacher who is committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning; a teacher who can inspire and challenge all our pupils. Applications are welcomed from teachers who will strive for excellence in all aspects of the Computer Studies curriculum. Applicants should be able to create a rigorous environment for our pupils to thrive and be able to instil a passion for learning.
Teacher of Computer Studies Candidate Pack
Teaching Staff Application Form
Closing Date: Friday 21 March 2025, 10am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 24 March 2025
Housemaster/Housemistress
Starting September 2025
Shiplake College is seeking to recruit a Housemaster/Housemistress to provide outstanding pastoral support for a vibrant girls’ sixth form boarding house. They will act in loco parentis, providing for the safety, good discipline and pastoral well-being of all pupils in the house. The Housemaster/Housemistress is responsible for efficiently managing the staffing, organisation and resources of the house. Teaching experience and qualifications in any subject will be considered.
The Housemaster/Housemistresses takes responsibility for the pastoral care and development of all the pupils in their house and is supported by a Deputy Housemaster/Housemistress, a House Pastoral Leader and a dedicated team of tutors.
Early applications are welcomed, as the College reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.
Housemaster/Housemistress Candidate Pack
Teaching Staff Application Form
Closing date: Friday 14 March 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 17 March 2025
To Apply
To apply for a current vacancy please complete the relevant application form provided and return, with a covering letter addressed to the Headmaster, via email to [email protected].
If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact, Mrs Maria Moir, HR Manager on [email protected] or 01189 405 218.
The College reserves the right to appoint before the application deadline.
If you should have any queries regarding employment at Shiplake College, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Safeguarding
Shiplake College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shiplake College is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.