Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) - TLR Available
Collingwood College, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 4AE30 days remaining to apply
Job start date
23 February 2026
Closing date
24 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 October 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPS to UPS
Additional allowances
TLR available for suitable candidates.
What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) – TLR Available
Required for February 2026 (0.8 FTE or Full time)
We are seeking a passionate and inspirational English teacher to join our high-performing, friendly department for a maternity cover. This role offers the opportunity to teach across all key stages, with a TLR available for suitable candidates. We welcome applications from Early Careers Teachers and those returning to the profession.
The successful candidate will be:
- Motivational, organised, and inclusive
- Committed to high standards and student success
- A reflective practitioner with excellent interpersonal skills
Our department has a strong track record, with 76% of students achieving a pass in GCSE English Language or Literature last year. We value creativity, collaboration, and a sense of humour.
To apply: Please complete the application form available on our website under vacancies.
Closing Date: 24 November 2025
For more information: contact HR on 01276 457600 or emailHR@collingwood.surrey.sch.uk
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Collingwood College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Collingwood College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Collingwood College?
Collingwood College is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school committed to our core values of Achievement, Perseverance, Integrity, Inclusiveness, and Aspiration. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes.
Remuneration and Benefits
Collingwood College has its own generous pay scale and the financial package offered will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the post and the experience of the person appointed.
All new staff appointments are subject to verification of fitness to work, receipt of two satisfactory references, qualification verification, clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service at Enhanced level as well as other checks relevant to the role.
Access to other benefits including:
- Outstanding facilities, including free on-site parking
- BUPA Healthcare cash Plan
- All Collingwood College teachers up to the age of 75 are eligible to belong to the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and will automatically become members unless they opt out. Further information can be found at www.teacherspensions.co.uk Member of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistant programme for staff and their families via our BUPA Healthcare Cash Plan
- Green Commute Initiative (Cycle to Work)
- Blue Light Card or Discount for Teachers
- Flexible Special Leave of absence policy
Training and Development
At Collingwood we are committed to providing a well-structured staff development programme to enhance personal and team development. All new staff received the following training:
- Collingwood College Company Induction
- Safeguarding and Prevent Training
- Mandatory and Compliance Training including Fire Awareness and Health and Safety at Work
- Training linked directly to the job role, which may be delivered by other colleagues or external trainers
In addition, staff can have:
- An opportunity to access other training as detailed in the termly training calendar
- An opportunity to access training outside the college linked directly to your role or career aspirations
- Other on-line training relevant to the role.
For New Qualified Teachers we have developed a specific training programme to support you through your induction year.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Collingwood College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1714 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Collingwood College website
- Email address
- hr@collingwood.surrey.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01276457600
Collingwood College is Surrey Heath’s first high-performing Academy. Collingwood is one of Surrey’s largest and most successful secondary schools for students aged 11-19. We have more than 1700 students, including a Sixth Form of well over 250 and 250 teaching and support staff, all of whom are dedicated to ensuring that all our students fulfil their potential and enjoy to the full their secondary education.
Arranging a visit to Collingwood College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@collingwood.surrey.sch.uk.
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