Teacher of English

An exciting opportunity to teach English at an award-winning, leading independent school in the heart of Cheshire. Beech Hall is a non-selective independent school for boys and girls aged 6 months to 18 years. Situated in a beautiful sixteen-acre site on the edge of the Peak District, housing two listed buildings, playing fields and swimming pool, we are proud to be able to provide a truly child-centred approach to education.

You will be a dynamic and highly motivated teacher who is committed to achieving academic excellence and high classroom standards. The successful candidate will join a growing and thriving English Department, working under the direction of the Head of English and Director of Studies to ensure the highest standards of learning, teaching and achievement for pupils.

You will be a highly committed individual, who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. You will be passionate about English and have a resolve to make a real difference to pupils’ lives. Furthermore, you will be able to plan and deliver interesting and stimulating lessons, setting a level of challenge for all abilities across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Your potential is as important as your experience.

The salary for this role will be commensurate with the appointee’s experience and the seniority of the role. In addition to an excellent salary, you will also have the additional benefits:

• A beautiful school set in 16 acres of land, with a mix of traditional and modern teaching facilities

• Continuing professional development

• Twice-weekly morning staff briefings in which pupils are at the heart of discussion

• Excellent transport links to both Manchester and London

• The opportunity to take part in the wider community of the school

• Receptive and supportive Senior Leadership Team and outstanding support from Chatsworth’s team of experienced Directors and other Leaders

• Friendly and supportive colleagues

• Open and positive working environment in which hard work and commitment are valued the highest degree

• Free use of the school’s multi-gym and swimming pool

• Lunch and tea/coffee

• On-site parking

• Company pension

• Fee remission

Further details are available in the Applicant Pack which can be downloaded from the link below. To apply a completed application must be sent, together with a covering letter demonstrating why you want this position, and why you would like to work at Beech Hall, to the Headmaster’s PA no later than 12 noon on Friday 10 May 2024.

Shortlisting will take place on Friday 10 May with interviews scheduled for Thursday 16 May 2024.

All applicants are actively encouraged to make an arrangement to visit the school and to meet the Headmaster in advance of your application. Visits to the school can be made in the following ways:

Phone: 01625 422192 - speak to Mrs Heather Goodwin, Headmaster’s PA

Email: secretary@beechhallschool.org

Post: Beech Hall School, Beech Hall Drive, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 2EG

The post-holder is responsibile for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact, and will adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post-holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Headteacher.

Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

Beech Hall School is an equal opportunities employer and values a diverse workforce; we welcome applications from all sections of the community.