An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School as a full time Reception Teacher from January 2027.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate fully in Pre-Prep life and to work closely within Early Years and continue to support the children as they move from Nursery to Reception.
The ideal person for this post will be someone with a sound knowledge and understanding of the Early Years curriculum and how to teach it in a creative and exciting way, whilst maintaining a high standard of pastoral care for the youngest members of our school community.
About Cheam School
Cheam was founded in 1645 and is one of the oldest prep schools in the world. Cheam is an IAPS boarding and day school with boys and girls from age 3-13 years. Cheam prides itself on its excellent all-round record academically, musically, artistically and on the sports field and is especially highly regarded for its Character education. The facilities are outstanding. On completing their education at Cheam, children move on to the top Public Schools in England, including but not limited to: Bradfield, Downe House, Eton, Marlborough, Radley, Sherborne, Wellington and Winchester. The school is non-selective yet achieves consistently high standards academically, through an inspirational and dedicated team of teachers.
Cheam School is situated in a stunning rural location ten minutes from Newbury and fifteen minutes from Basingstoke, just off the A339. It is surrounded by smaller towns and villages from which it draws many of its pupils.
Key Dates
Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd November at 12pm
Interviews will be held from: Monday 9th November
Start date: January 2027
The school reserves the right to call someone to interview before the application closing date
Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Cheam School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We are also committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. If you believe your personal values would fit with the Cheam values and ethos we would love to hear from you. Whatever your background, if you lead by example, show resilience, kindness and seek always to integrate and share, please get in touch.
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Contact Details:
CHEAM SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL TRUST Recruitment Team