Health Lead - Whole School (Gildredge House)

Job Description

Hours of work: 35 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 2 October 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Gildredge House
Compton Place Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 8AB

Phone: 01323 400650 ext 2050
Email: careers@gildredgehouse.org.uk
Website: https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/ ; https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

We welcome visits from prospective candidates and invite you to contact us. A substantial level
of experience of working with children and young people in an educational or pastoral context is
essential.

• Do you want to be part of a school where your contribution is valued and celebrated?
• Do you want to have a positive impact on student mental health and wellbeing?
• Do you want to join a staff team that is diverse, collegiate and respected?

If you are an experienced and committed practitioner - with a passion for supporting all
students - we want to hear from you.

Working across the Primary and Secondary phases of this all through school enables you to have
the opportunity to contribute to our students’ long-term health and wellbeing, working closely
with colleagues throughout the school, to ensure that students receive the right support at the
right time.

You will work closely with the Deputy Head Teacher for Behaviour, Attitudes and Safeguarding,
as well as the wider Pastoral Support Team in both phases of the school.

You’ll play a strategic role in developing, implementing and reviewing the whole school health
strategy, encompassing mental health, physical health, first aid and medical needs.

At Gildredge House, each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their
passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational
teachers in an exciting environment where learning is fun and purposeful.

Gildredge House offers:
• continuity of education for students aged 4+
• an expectation of high academic standards and ready to learn behaviours
• excellent pastoral care
• a range of extra-curricular activities
• parent and community involvement
• a positive team ethos


As an employee of the school, you would benefit from:
• A two-week break in the Autumn Term, allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak
season.
• A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school
• Investment in your career development through appropriate, regular CPD
• Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced
leaders
• Access to a full employee assistance programme, in support of wellbeing
• TPS Pension Scheme
• Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom
• On-site parking

To contact us to arrange a visit, please email careers@gildredgehouse.org.uk or call 01323
400650 to speak to the HR Officer. For more information about the role, please contact the Deputy Head Teacher, Jemma Graffham via email j.graffham@gildredgehouse.org.uk

Information for Applicants

About us

Additional Information
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.