School Chaplain and EAL Co-ordinator
West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy, Grantham, NG31 7PX15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
25 January 2027
Closing date
20 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
5 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £35,090.00 - £39,502.00 Annually (Actual)
School Chaplain and EAL Co-ordinator job summary
Champion and rejoice in those we serve
Nurture faith and belonging. Help pupils develop the English they need to learn, participate and thrive
We are looking for a compassionate, organised and skilled School Chaplain and EAL Co-ordinator to support the spiritual, pastoral and educational life of our academy.
This permanent role brings together two important areas of our work. As School Chaplain, the postholder will help develop our distinctive Christian character, lead and support worship and reflection, and provide an approachable source of spiritual and pastoral care. As EAL Co-ordinator, the postholder will teach and support pupils who use English as an additional language, assess their language development, maintain accurate records and use data to identify need, plan intervention and evaluate impact.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, teaching and pastoral staff, families, local clergy, the Diocese and community partners. They will be a visible and trusted presence who can combine warmth and sensitivity with accurate assessment, purposeful teaching and strong administration.
About our academy
West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy is a welcoming and inclusive 11 to 16 academy. Our vision is “To champion and rejoice in those we serve, creating an environment where excellence is achieved and potential fulfilled.” Our Christian values are Integrity, Love, Ambition, Courage and Belief.
We believe that every pupil should feel known, valued and able to flourish. This role will help pupils and staff explore faith, values and significant questions about life, while ensuring that pupils who are developing proficiency in English can access the curriculum, participate confidently and achieve their potential.
The role
lead and support engaging collective worship, prayer and reflection, and help embed the academy’s Christian vision and values
offer appropriate spiritual and pastoral support to pupils and staff, working within safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries
provide high-quality, structured individual and small-group EAL interventions
assess newly arrived and existing EAL pupils, establish language proficiency and identify strengths, barriers and next steps
maintain the EAL register, pupil profiles, assessment records, intervention plans and progress information accurately
analyse attainment, progress, attendance and other relevant data for EAL pupils, identify underachievement and report findings to leaders
advise and support teachers with practical strategies, resources and adaptations that enable EAL pupils to access an ambitious curriculum
support admissions, induction and transition for EAL pupils, and build positive relationships with parents and carers
develop pupil leadership, charitable activity, social action and links with churches, the Diocese and community organisations
Who we are looking for
a strong personal commitment to supporting the Christian vision and character of a Church of England academy
experience of teaching or supporting secondary-aged pupils who use English as an additional language
confidence in assessing language proficiency, analysing pupil data and maintaining accurate records
excellent communication, listening, organisation and relationship-building skills
an inclusive outlook and the ability to engage respectfully with people of all faiths and none
a secure understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries
Relevant qualifications or substantial experience in chaplaincy, Christian ministry, theology, EAL, TESOL, youth work, education or pastoral care would be welcomed. The ability to plan and deliver effective individual and small-group EAL interventions is essential.
What we can offer
A welcoming, inclusive academy with a distinctive Christian vision
A supportive, visible and approachable leadership team
The opportunity to shape both chaplaincy and EAL provision
High-quality professional development and strong pastoral and safeguarding structures
An electric car scheme, staff assistance programme and free breakfast for staff
Come and meet us
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the academy and discuss our vision for the role. To arrange a visit or an informal discussion, please contact Clare Barber at cbarber@wgacademy.org.uk. Applications should be submitted through the MyNewTerm recruitment website.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 486 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
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