Vacancies
Join an Outstanding Academy
We’re always looking for outstanding individuals to aid the delivery of an outstanding education. Ripley St Thomas is unique in so many ways, boasting academic success, a deeply embedded Christian ethos, a tradition of nurture and service within a strong school community, and we have beautiful grounds including school farm and stables.
Our young people are hardworking, very well behaved, eager to learn and make a positive difference in society.
If you wish to make your mark as a professional and develop yourself in a thriving learning community, we hope you will make an application for one of the posts below. We can promise you outstanding professional support and development, whatever your stage of career.
Please read the welcome letter and job description included in the relevant application pack before completing the downloadable application form. You should also write a letter (no more than 2 sides of A4 – font Tahoma 11) outlining how your skills and experience fit you for the relevant post.
Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school prior to interview. Please see the relevant applicant information pack for details about who you should contact to make an appointment.
We can offer:
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- A school with a distinctive Christian mission, ethos and strong traditions, dating back to 1864
- The opportunity to work in a school graded as outstanding in all areas by both Ofsted and SIAMS (Church school inspection)
- A highly achieving 11-18 school with consistently excellent results at GCSE and A Level
- Fantastic pupils who are hardworking, enthusiastic and impeccably behaved so that you can focus on your core purpose – teaching
- Supportive and aspirational parents
- A dedicated, enthusiastic and highly professional staff team
- A professional working environment in which all staff are valued, listened to and able to fully use their gifts and talents.
- An environment where teacher workload and well-being is taken seriously
- A sensible feedback policy which encourages the use of whole class feedback
- Excellent schemes of learning and resources, as well as a staff team who are keen to share ideas, resources and best practice
- No graded lesson observations – feedback is formative and developmental
- The opportunity to contribute to outstanding teacher training as part of the Ripley SCITT
- The opportunity to teach A Level in our large and expanding Sixth Form
- Excellent teaching resources and facilities, from the Grade 2* listed Chapel to brand new buildings and facilities
- Extra-curricular sporting facilities for staff including fully equipped gym, swimming pool and running track
Career development recruitment incentives:
- A bespoke CPD programme for all staff, exciting career opportunities and individual teaching and leadership coaching
- Access to a range of middle and senior leadership programmes
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement
Ripley St Thomas CE Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. View our policy using the link below.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Current Vacancies
Please see the Applicant Information Packs below for full details of the current vacancies
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
To apply for a vacancy you need to complete the application form. CVs are not accepted.
Along with the completed application form, applicants should write a letter addressed to Mrs Best, Acting Headteacher, outlining how their experience fits them fo the role.
Teacher of Design Technology
We are seeking a talented, energetic and innovative teacher to work in our thriving and successful Design Technology Department.
Technology is a very popular subject at Ripley with many students choosing to take Design Technology at GCSE and Product Design at A level. Our young people are hardworking, very well behaved and eager to do well. If you wish to make your mark as a professional and develop yourself in a thriving learning community, we hope you will make an application for this post.We are looking for someone with the following Skills and Qualifications:
- A relevant degree or qualification in Design Technology or a related subject.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and motivate secondary school students.
- Knowledge of the subject curriculum 11 – 16
- Practical workshop skills including the use of machinery
- Knowledge of design technology principles, tools, materials, and processes including the use of 3D CAD software
- Sketching and communication techniques
- Ability to plan effective lessons
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and develop professionally as part of a collaborative team.
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported
- Enthusiasm for encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking among young learners.
- A positive attitude towards continuous professional development and reflective practice.
- Alignment with Ripley St Thomas’s ethos as a Church of England Academy promoting respect, integrity, compassion, responsibility, forgiveness, humility & courage in all aspects of school life.
Please see the applicant information pack for full details.
Start date: September 2026
Closing date for applications is: 12 noon on Tuesday 5 May 2026
In line with our safeguarding policies, we are unable to accept CVs. To apply for this post you must complete the application form.
Design Technology Applicant Information pack