Burstow Park School
Surrey
£24,224 - £38,800 per year
Salary:
Dependent upon skills, qualification and experience
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
03 November 2025
Apply by:
29 September 2025
Job overview
Position: Full-time/Part-time Qualified/Unqualified Teacher/Tutor for Independent SEMH Provision
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Stage: Secondary
Curriculum: Key Stage 3
Subject Area: Cross-curricular topics
Introduction:
We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Teachers/Tutors for our Key Stage 3 curriculum. This vacancy is suitable for newly qualified teachers or early career teachers who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEMH needs.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Minimum qualification required is a Certificate in Education.
* No previous teaching experience is necessary; however, a genuine interest in working with students with SEMH needs is essential.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
* Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse learning styles of students.
Values and Attitudes:
* Compassionate and patient approach towards supporting students' emotional well-being.
* Commitment to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
* Willingness to collaborate with colleagues, parents/carers, and external professionals to support student progress.
If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people facing SEMH challenges, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position at Burstow Park School.Key Responsibilities:
To make the safeguarding of all pupils a primary concern
To teach pupils in a way that ensures every pupil experiences a high quality inclusive school experience in line with Burstow Park School policies and protocols.
To act with honesty and integrity at all times
To impart a good level of subject knowledge through the use of high quality pedagogical practices, which are kept up to date through self-reflection and a commitment to continued professional development.
To play a principal role in teachers' meetings, for the purpose of:
* Delivering the optimum curriculum for all students
* Making effective use of homework setting to accelerate pupils' learning
* Co-ordinating and leading learning for all pupils
* Enabling continued development of the school
Additional specific key responsibilities:
* To deliver Quality First teaching across a range of subjects, as directed by the subject leader
* To support the collation and recording of pupils' attainment data
Essential Personal Qualities of a Tutor / Teacher at Burstow Park School:
* A strong and unrelenting commitment to the safeguarding and protection of all pupils at all times.
* A willingness to work with the policies, procedures and protocols of Burstow Park School at all times, demonstrating mutual respect and regard for students, colleagues, line management and the school leadership team
* Demonstration of a solution-orientated approach, striving for continual improvement
* Contributing to a high achieving staff team and taking ownership of own role in positively affecting staff morale
* Being open to new ideas and initiatives for the purpose of continually improving provision for pupils
* To participate and positively contribute to Team Meetings, for the purpose of whole-school development
* To demonstrate a high level of professional and personal integrity at all times, in order to be a strong role model
* A calm, inclusive and empathic nature, with a sound understanding of how internal and external factors can influence pupils' behaviour, conduct and/or attainment
* To be reliable and hardworking – willing to 'go the extra mile' to ensure the highest quality of provision for pupils
* Good time-management skills
* A passion and belief in high-quality teaching, learning to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils
* A team player, wanting to make a personal impact on ongoing school development and develop own career
* Wanting and willing to learn/ be a lifelong learner
* Willing to undertake additional school duties as required, within the scope of the role, as directed by the Head Teacher or Deputy HeadBurstow Park School is an independent educational institution located in Europe, United Kingdom. We provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
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About Burstow Park School
Burstow Park School
Antlands Lane, Shipley Bridge
Surrey
RH6 9TF
United Kingdom
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