Head of English and Maternity Cover

Head of English and Reading (Maternity Cover)

Salary:
Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Surrey - Fringe) + TLR + SEN

Benefits:
Workplace pension through TPS; occupational sick pay; recognition policies; ongoing training, learning and development opportunities; well‑being support; family‑friendly policies; on‑site parking

We are seeking a Head of English and Reading to join our team at the Southcote Centre, based at Philip Southcote School within Bourne Education Trust.

Philip Southcote School is a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School for students aged 11 to 19. As part of Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi‑academy trust comprising twenty‑four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools…changing lives."

We are extremely proud of our educational offer which has the overarching goal of preparing our students for adulthood. Philip Southcote School is a place where students quickly establish a sense of belonging and feel safe throughout their educational journey with us.

Spread across five sites within Surrey, each learning provision is staffed and resourced to meet the individual needs of all Philip Southcote students.

Details

• Position:
  Head of English and Reading (Maternity Cover)
• Contract:
  
  Full time, Temporary (Maternity Cover starting 1st September 2026)
• Salary:
  Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Surrey - Fringe) + TLR + SEN
• Benefits:
  • Generous workplace pension through Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • 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 everyday spending through My Staff Shop benefits platform
  • Work‑life balance, and family‑friendly policies and processes
  • Free on‑site parking and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure excellent standards of teaching & learning across the subject
• Take responsibility for the strategic overview of the department, including self‑evaluation and the improvement plan for the department
• Monitor student progress and implement strategic intervention for the department

Requirements include:

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

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

Our Culture

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

How to apply for this role:

Please click "Apply" to complete our online application form. CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 19th March 2026. We strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. Candidates must meet the highest standard of safeguarding and will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.