Teacher - English Specialist

Bourne Education Trust; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

On-site parking

Wellbeing support

Training and development

Discount platform access

Job summary

Chertsey High School, part of Bourne Education Trust, is seeking an English Specialist teacher to join our inclusive community. The role supports a diverse student body and aligns with our RISE approach to responsive, inclusive, scaffolded, and engaging learning.

The position offers a Full Time, permanent contract with progression on the Teachers’ Main - Upper Pay Scale, and a January 2027 start. Secondary responsibilities include ongoing professional development and well-being support for staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent (ECTs are welcomed).
• Evidence of effective continuous professional development.
• Commitment to safeguarding of children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
• Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure pupils meet their potential.
• Be aware of pupils’ needs, planning to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and collaborate with the SENDCo on SEN Support Arrangements.

Skills

Curriculum delivery

English literature

Classroom management

SEN support

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

ECTs welcomed

Job description

We are seeking a Teacher - English Specialist to join our team at Chertsey High School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Chertsey High School

Chertsey High School is a truly inclusive and diverse community where every child is at the heart of our mission. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi‑academy trust comprising twenty‑five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Guided by our core values of knowledge, determination, and love, we are committed to providing the best education and support for each student.

Established in 2017, our school prioritises respect, high standards, and discipline and our rich curriculum also fosters a wide range of passions and talents.

We aim to develop students with strong moral values, curiosity, resilience, and respect. Our teaching and learning approach, based on the principle of RISE (Responsive, Inclusive, Scaffolded, Engaging), ensures that all students become life‑long learners.

Details

Position: Teacher - English Specialist

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: Teachers’ Main - Upper Pay Scale (Fringe): £35,602 to £54,328

Start Date: January 2027

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include

• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate
• Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential
• Be aware of pupils’ capabilities, planning effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and work in collaboration with the SENDCo to make an appropriate contribution to and participate in the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEN Support Arrangements

Essential Requirements include

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent (ECTs are welcomed)
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Benefits

Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay