Qualified Teacher required - Outstanding School (Tadworth KT20 7HF)
About This Role
Merrywood is an outstanding school in all categories and pupils excel, parents and children report:
98% of pupils report that they feel safe at school
100% of parents feel that their child is happy at school
100% of parents report their child is safe within school.
The school environment is safe, calm and children are actively learning daily with a bespoke curriculum shaped by the national curriculum but adapted by a team of clinical specialists.
We are looking for an ambitious teacher to join our campus based in Tadworth. We are a therapeutic school, delivering a trauma informed model to pupils aged 5-16 years of age. We are looking for a teacher who has the ability and passion to provide an outstanding education to our pupils, whilst being supported to ensure they have high levels of compassion and care. We offer high levels of support to deliver an adapted curriculum, such as clear curriculums, teacher and child pedagogy, staff wellbeing teaching toolkits, CPD and strong levels of senior leadership coaching and support.
We have a well formed leadership team who have successfully driven several Ofsted inspections and accreditations and are looking for a teacher to bring energy and their own personality to our classrooms. We welcome onboard ambitious candidates.
Our model ensures we have trauma informed practitioners who support teachers and leaders throughout the day to ensure that the school is a safe, calm and an outstanding school to attend. Merrywood is described as a flag ship for delivering an academic, therapeutic and safe school where pupils flourish. We have won several awards including the SEND School (2024), finalist to the Independent School Association School of the Year 2024 and accredited by Trauma Informed Schools and have a valid UNICEF and Science accreditation.
This role will include teaching within the primary school section of our school, with up to 8 pupils within your class and one to two trusted adults. Secondary trained teachers with subject specialisms in Maths, English or Science will also be considered for our secondary provision.
You will receive a high level of CPD and career progression, including NPQ funding and Trauma Informed Practitioner Diploma over time.
Our pupils finish early on a Friday to ensure that all teachers have time to prep for their week ahead either with peers, leaders or by yourself. Our aim is that when teachers walk out of the door on a Friday they have time to concentrate on balancing work and life.
Benefits:
- High levels of CPD
- Clinical supervision with a doctor who specialises in trauma
Mental health well being 24/7 access
Trauma informed model
High levels of mentoring and social modelling
Family feel that brings integrity, compassion and welcomes ambitious staff
Access to become a qualified Trauma Informed Practitioner within time
Mental health and teacher wellbeing support on a Friday with pupils leaving at 13:30 so you can plan your week ahead (work balance)
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Job role:
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with curriculum requirements.
Use a variety of teaching methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning needs.
Set high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
Use assessment data to track progress and inform future planning.
Provide constructive feedback to support learning and development.
Create a positive, well‑organised, and safe classroom environment.
Apply consistent behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
Foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and positive relationships.
Assess pupil work regularly using formative and summative methods.
Maintain accurate records of progress, attendance, and behaviour.
Prepare and submit reports for parents/carers and school leadership as required.
Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils.
Identify and follow up on any safeguarding concerns in line with statutory procedures.
Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and provide pastoral guidance where appropriate.
Participate in training, performance reviews, and professional learning opportunities.
Stay up‑to‑date with curriculum changes, evidence‑based practice, and educational developments.
Contribute to school improvement initiatives and departmental planning.
Work effectively with colleagues, support staff, parents/carers, and external agencies.
Attend staff meetings, parents’ evenings, and school events.
Contribute to the creation of extra‑curricular activities, trips, or clubs.
Uphold school values, policies, and procedures at all times.
Support whole‑school initiatives, assemblies, and community engagement activities.
Contribute to a positive school culture that promotes inclusion, equality, and high standards
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All safer recruitment practices follow Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, including enhanced pre‑employment vetting, identity verification, right‑to‑work checks, online screening as part of shortlisting, and appropriate overseas checks where required.
All staff must read and adhere to Part One of KCSIE 2025, understand their duty to report concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead, and participate in the mandatory annual safeguarding training required under the updated guidance.
Safeguarding is a core responsibility for every member of the school community. In line with Ofsted’s 2025 framework, effective safeguarding is a threshold requirement, and the school maintains a strong culture of vigilance to ensure that all pupils are kept safe.