Not sure how it works in the UK, but certainly here there are very detailed processes to follow in state schools for recruitment. DH handles a lot of that at his school - a recent application he did there only about 2 people (out of 15) got through to interviews because no-one else addressed all the selection criteria so they are automatically removed! And every position is considered brand new so they can't consider previous applications.
Any chance you are able to contact the person that handled your May application and find out why you weren't successful that time?
In the UK, the job has to be advertised. That's the rule. So it could be advertised in a national paper (this was) or on a scrappy bit of paper in the staff room. Either is OK. Previous applications can be considered, so long as they contact the applicant and check they still want the job.
The last application (May) did not succeed as it was teaching outside my subject area, albeit in an area I love and would love to move into. I was aware at the time it was a long shot.
Having said that, I spent hours ensuring that the selection criteria were not only met in the application but also highlighted in the cover letter!
eg: criteria (essential) be a qualified teacher.
me: I am a qualified teacher who...
You could say "well, that's a given and you have your teaching qualifications on the application" but I don't want to take the risk!
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