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Working at Brentwood

Brentwood School is an excellent place to work and extremely well-located.

Our 75-acre site with picturesque grounds and state-of-the-art facilities makes a wonderful and inspiring learning and working environment.

We are a mere 40 minutes to London from Brentwood station and 20 minutes from Shenfield station. Using the Elizabeth Line, passengers can reach Central and West London without changing. We’re in the centre of Brentwood and a walk away from all the cultural, retail, gastronomic and nightlife facilities it has to offer.

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Benefits of working at Brentwood

As an academic institution, we recognise the importance of investing in our people and the value of continuing professional development.

Competitive Salary
Generous contributory pension scheme (and part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme)
Optional subsidised private healthcare
Free Brentwood School Sports Centre membership*
Cashplan scheme with discounts for hundreds of high street and online brands
Free School lunches during term time*

And including the following:

Employee Support Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free on-site parking*
Investment in people - a thorough PDP (appraisal) system
Outstanding support for PGCE/NQT/RQT
An innovative and ambitious Research & Development programme 
Warm working environment, stunning school grounds and positive culture
House membership and opportunity to take part in House activities (e.g. House Music/Football/Netball/Hockey/Tennis staff competitions)
Small class sizes
Outstanding resources
Free tickets to our concerts, musicals, shows, recitals and other entertainment held at School
High level of pastoral care and parental support
Dedicated and committed colleagues
*Non-contractual benefit

Need more information?

To discuss School vacancies or gain further information please contact Mrs Jo Faulkner, Head of HR by email or by using our online form below.

Please also note an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates as part of our pre-recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Email Head of HR

Current Vacancies

Senior school
Teacher of Art and Food & Nutrition
Full time
Closing date: 5th May 2025
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding Teacher of Art and Food & Nutrition to join this high-performing School. We welcome applications from those who are experienced and also those interested in undertaking a PGCE or who will be an ECT.
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Senior school
Teacher of History and Politics
Full time
Closing date: 5th May 2025
This is an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of History and Politics to join this high-performing School. We welcome applications from those who are experienced and also those interested in undertaking a PGCE or will be an ECT.
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Senior school
Teacher of Geography
Full time
Closing date: 5th May 2025
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding Teacher of Geography to join this high-performing School. We are looking for an enthusiastic graduate to teach Geography in our well-equipped department. We welcome applications from those who are experienced and also those interested in undertaking a PGCE or will be an ECT.
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Operational
Porter
Immediate start
Full time
Closing date: 9th May 2025
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Porter to work alone or as a member of a team to provide an efficient, safe, customer focused portering service in accordance with prescribed performance standards, responding quickly and effectively to changing service demands, across the entire School campus. Porters are often the face of the School and immediate point of contact for many parents and visitors
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Operational
Graduate Assistant – Music
Full time
Closing date: 13th May 2025
We are seeking a talented Graduate Music Assistant to join our vibrant and ambitious Music Department. Supporting both the new Specialist Music Programme and the wider musical life of the School, you will mentor young musicians, assist with rehearsals and performances, and work closely with instrumental teachers to help pupils thrive.
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Operational
Head of Athletic Development
Full time
Closing date: 15th May 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Athletic Development who will play a key role in shaping and delivering the school’s vision for athletic growth and physical literacy. This development is embedded across the curriculum through PE, Games lessons, and co-curricular opportunities.
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Senior school
Trainee Teacher of German
Full time
Closing date: 1st June 2025
Brentwood School is seeking strong language graduates to train as secondary school German teachers.
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Senior school
Trainee Teacher of Spanish
Full time
Closing date: 1st June 2025
Brentwood School is seeking strong language graduates to train as secondary school Spanish teachers.
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Senior school
French Teacher Trainee
Full time
Closing date: 1st June 2025
Brentwood School is seeking strong language graduates to train as secondary school French teachers.
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