Thornden School is seeking an exceptional individual to join our high‑performing English department. We welcome applications from teachers at all stages of their career, including Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Our school prides itself on fostering a positive, collaborative ethos where staff are well supported and students are ambitious, motivated, and proud of their achievements.

Salary: MPR / UPR 

Hours: Full-time (32.44 hrs per week)

Contract: Permanent                                               

Responsible to:  Head of English

Start date: 1^st September 2026

Closing Date:  Friday 6^th February 2026, deadline midday

Interview Date: Friday 13^th February 2026

Job Description – please click here

Person Specification  please click here

 

Join Our Successful and Supportive English Team

Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

We warmly welcome ECTs and offer an excellent, structured induction programme to help you thrive in your first teaching role. At Thornden, you will benefit from:

• A dedicated subject mentor with regular protected meeting time
• A reduced timetable and protected CPD/development time
• High‑quality ECF-aligned training
• Opportunities to observe excellent practice across the department and wider school
• Strong, consistent behaviour systems, enabling you to focus on teaching
• A nurturing, team‑based culture that values new teachers and invests in their confidence
• A well‑resourced English department with shared schemes of work, teaching materials and collaborative planning
• Clear and supportive pathways for career progression within Thornden and across HISP Trust

We are committed to helping you grow into a confident, skilled and fulfilled practitioner.

About the role:

• Teach high‑quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Contribute to raising standards of progress and achievement in the English department
• Promote learning through excellent subject knowledge and relationships
• Maintain high levels of professionalism
• Contribute to ensuring a safe environment through robust safeguarding practice

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Vision, enthusiasm, and a passion for supporting student success
• High expectations for behaviour and academic achievement
• A professional and positive approach
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to build strong relationships
• Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience
• A sense of humour and perspective
• A willingness to engage fully in school life

In return we can offer you: 

• A positive working environment focused on wellbeing, teamwork and high standards
• Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities
• Access to our in‑house Teaching School
• Career pathways through our Teaching School Hubs and Trust-wide leadership development
• Eligibility for the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

About Thornden School

Thornden is a popular, oversubscribed school serving Chandler’s Ford and the surrounding area, with around 1,470 students on roll. We have a strong ethos of ambition and high expectations for all. Our students’ achievements extend far beyond the classroom, with many progressing to excel at local colleges and in higher education.

About HISP Trust:

HISP MAT is committed to creating excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential.

With a growing family of schools across the region, we are proud to be outward‑facing and research‑informed, hosting both a Research School and two Teaching School Hubs.
We also offer exceptional training routes through the Hampshire SCITT Partnership and strong career development pathways for staff at all stages.

How to apply:

Please scroll down to the bottom of this page to download and complete our Teaching Staff Application Form.

Completed applications should be emailed to:
📩 hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk

Please note: CVs will not be accepted. No agency applications.

Internal applicants, please email hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk including in your email how your experience and skills meet the requirements of the role. 

For informal enquiries, contact:
📩 hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk

Safeguarding Statement

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.
We are committed to equality of opportunity throughout all stages of the recruitment process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.