Spanish Teacher Trainee
Full time 1 year
Start date: August 2026
Apply by: June 2026
Passionate about languages and eager to inspire the next generation? Join our unique teacher training programme. We are recruiting passionate linguists to work towards their PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Through our programme, you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical training needed for a successful career in language education.
Brentwood School is the lead school for the North East London & Essex Hub of the National Modern Languages SCITT, the only national teacher training provider specialising in modern foreign languages in the UK, offering a distinct blend of academic and hands-on training; this unique experience sets us apart from other routes into teaching.
We are looking for candidates who have the potential to be an outstanding teacher. You will need a good honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification together with a high level of fluency in at least one modern language.
Subject to eligibility, successful applicants may be able to access a tax-free bursary of £20,000, or a scholarship of £22,000 (French, German or Spanish only) through the British Council, as well as a tuition fee and maintenance loan to help fund teacher training.
Why train with us?
- Tailored training focused on modern languages teacher training.
- A training programme that offers a combination of theory and hands-on classroom experience through school placements.
- Opportunity to teach in an independent and a state school. The North East London & Essex Hub works with a range of schools in the area and you will be placed in two of our partner schools.
- You will be part of a cohort of trainees, providing you with friendship and support.
- Supportive network of experienced educators.
- From your first enquiry through to your first teaching role, we provide personalised support every step of the way.
If you are a graduate with a good honours degree in languages, looking for a change in career, are graduating this year, have acquired a high level of language skills through your career or travels, or are a native speaker with a good degree, our programme could be the first step to kickstart your rewarding teaching career.
Attend our taster days!
Explore the hub, meet the team, learn about the programme, application process, entry requirements, funding options, and get your questions answered.
To book onto one of our taster days, visit: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com/events
Applications can be submitted here.
Information about the course, as well as the application and selection process, can be found on our website: www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/about/scitt-hub or at the National Modern Languages SCITT website: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com. If you have any questions, please contact Hub Lead, Reina Campbell, on RSC@brentwood.essex.sch.uk.
French Teacher Trainee
Full time 1 year
Start date: August 2026
Apply by: June 2026
Passionate about languages and eager to inspire the next generation? Join our unique teacher training programme. We are recruiting passionate linguists to work towards their PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Through our programme, you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical training needed for a successful career in language education.
Brentwood School is the lead school for the North East London & Essex Hub of the National Modern Languages SCITT, the only national teacher training provider specialising in modern foreign languages in the UK, offering a distinct blend of academic and hands-on training; this unique experience sets us apart from other routes into teaching.
We are looking for candidates who have the potential to be an outstanding teacher. You will need a good honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification together with a high level of fluency in at least one modern language.
Subject to eligibility, successful applicants may be able to access a tax-free bursary of £20,000, or a scholarship of £22,000 (French, German or Spanish only) through the British Council, as well as a tuition fee and maintenance loan to help fund teacher training.
Why train with us?
- Tailored training focused on modern languages teacher training.
- A training programme that offers a combination of theory and hands-on classroom experience through school placements.
- Opportunity to teach in an independent and a state school. The North East London & Essex Hub works with a range of schools in the area and you will be placed in two of our partner schools.
- You will be part of a cohort of trainees, providing you with friendship and support.
- Supportive network of experienced educators.
- From your first enquiry through to your first teaching role, we provide personalised support every step of the way.
If you are a graduate with a good honours degree in languages, looking for a change in career, are graduating this year, have acquired a high level of language skills through your career or travels, or are a native speaker with a good degree, our programme could be the first step to kickstart your rewarding teaching career.
Attend our taster days!
Explore the hub, meet the team, learn about the programme, application process, entry requirements, funding options, and get your questions answered.
To book onto one of our taster days, visit: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com/events
Applications can be submitted here.
Information about the course, as well as the application and selection process, can be found on our website: www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/about/scitt-hub or at the National Modern Languages SCITT website: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com. If you have any questions, please contact Hub Lead, Reina Campbell, on RSC@brentwood.essex.sch.uk.
German Teacher Trainee
Full time 1 year
Start date: August 2026
Apply by: June 2026
Passionate about languages and eager to inspire the next generation? Join our unique teacher training programme. We are recruiting passionate linguists to work towards their PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Through our programme, you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical training needed for a successful career in language education.
Brentwood School is the lead school for the North East London & Essex Hub of the National Modern Languages SCITT, the only national teacher training provider specialising in modern foreign languages in the UK, offering a distinct blend of academic and hands-on training; this unique experience sets us apart from other routes into teaching.
We are looking for candidates who have the potential to be an outstanding teacher. You will need a good honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification together with a high level of fluency in at least one modern language.
Subject to eligibility, successful applicants may be able to access a tax-free bursary of £20,000, or a scholarship of £22,000 (French, German or Spanish only) through the British Council, as well as a tuition fee and maintenance loan to help fund teacher training.
Why train with us?
- Tailored training focused on modern languages teacher training.
- A training programme that offers a combination of theory and hands-on classroom experience through school placements.
- Opportunity to teach in an independent and a state school. The North East London & Essex Hub works with a range of schools in the area and you will be placed in two of our partner schools.
- You will be part of a cohort of trainees, providing you with friendship and support.
- Supportive network of experienced educators.
- From your first enquiry through to your first teaching role, we provide personalised support every step of the way.
If you are a graduate with a good honours degree in languages, looking for a change in career, are graduating this year, have acquired a high level of language skills through your career or travels, or are a native speaker with a good degree, our programme could be the first step to kickstart your rewarding teaching career.
Attend our taster days!
Explore the hub, meet the team, learn about the programme, application process, entry requirements, funding options, and get your questions answered.
To book onto one of our taster days, visit: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com/events
Applications can be submitted via DfE Apply here.
Information about the course, as well as the application and selection process, can be found on our website: www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/about/scitt-hub or on the National Modern Languages SCITT website: www.nationalmodernlanguages.com. If you have any questions, please contact Hub Lead, Reina Campbell, on RSC@brentwood.essex.sch.uk.
Receptionist (Senior School)
Required: Monday 23rd February 2026
Closing Date: Friday 16th January 2026
Interviews: w/c 19th January 2026
Brentwood Senior School is an academically selective HMC co-educational independent school with small class sizes and a happy, ambitious and supportive staff team. It is part of Brentwood School, a 3-18 HMC school of 1900 pupils, just 20 minutes from London Liverpool Street.
We are seeking to appoint a Receptionist to be one of two Receptionists responsible for the smooth running of a busy Senior School Reception, ensuring the efficient and effective management of the School’s telephone switchboard and undertaking general Reception duties. The post holder will also provide administrative support to the Admin Team.
This role is term-time only, plus three weeks in the School holidays and three Saturdays per year. 8am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
For further information about working at Brentwood School, please see the links on this page or email: recruitment@brentwood.essex.sch.uk, who will put you in touch with the PA to the Headmaster.
To apply for this position, please use the Operational Staff Interactive Recruitment Form. The School reserves the right to change these dates and to close the vacancy at any time.
Brentwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.