Boost your career at Coastland College
Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester.
As a newly merged organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College and together we are stronger, more connected, and more ambitious than ever.
Work at Coastland College
We’re proud to be a welcoming, inclusive and forward-looking employer. Across both campuses, you’ll find a friendly team culture, flexible working practices and real opportunities to develop your career. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development.
The Application Process
Apply online ensuring that all sections of the application form are fully completed. We’re unfortunately not able to accept any CVs.
Once the vacancy has closed, the hiring manager will begin shortlisting. Please make sure you provide recent, relevant examples to showcase your skills and experience. You will be contacted whether you have been shortlisted or not.
If you’re successfully shortlisted, you’ll be contacted by email with an invitation to interview and to pick your date and/or time slot. Remember to keep an eye on your junk/spam folder.
In line with Safer Recruitment legislation, we carefully vet all staff and volunteers, including enhanced DBS checks. This is to be in line with our Safeguarding Policies and to protect all staff, students, apprentices and volunteers.
Please contact our staff if you are in need of any reasonable adjustments for any part of the process. On the day staff will welcome you to the College. Whatever the outcome of your interview, you will be contacted and offered feedback if you wish.
We’re always open to receiving feedback, so please contact us if there is anything we can do differently to improve our process, or equally if there is anything you particularly liked – we love hearing the positive stuff too!
How to Apply
Our vacancies are managed through our online Coastland College Recruitment Portal, where you can view roles, submit applications, and track your progress. You can find our job search here.
Our commitment to safer recruitment
United by a belief that education is more than just a qualification, we are here to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.
We pride ourselves on inclusivity which is why we recognise that talent comes in various forms and so are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and sustainable environment for all, that celebrates diversity. If you are excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the job description or you are seeking an alternative working pattern, please apply anyway – you may just be the person we are looking for!
The benefits of working with us!
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff, providing valuable long-term financial security.
Work across two distinctive Dorset settings from the Kingston Maurward Campus to our Weymouth Campus.
College efficency closure days with additional paid closure days during the academic year.
Teachers’ Pension Scheme – Access to one of the UK’s most valued defined-benefit pension schemes.
Safeguarding
Coastland College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and contractors to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection processes follow safer recruitment principles in line with statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). This ensures that robust checks are undertaken to identify and deter individuals who may be unsuitable to work with children or vulnerable adults.
The College is also committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to create a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, or victimisation, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
In addition, Coastland College has a duty under the Prevent Duty to have due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism. Safeguarding includes protecting learners from radicalisation and extremism, and all staff are expected to uphold this responsibility as part of their role. Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, verification of qualifications and employment history, and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and suitability checks.
Polices and Guidance for Applicants
All applicants are expected to familiarise themselves with the key policies that underpin our commitment to safeguarding, professionalism, and statutory compliance.
