Vacancies
Fernwood is an 11-16 School enjoying an excellent reputation for high standards of achievement and behaviour. We offer a school with:
- An ethos of ‘High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All’
- A teaching profession that is dedicated, innovative and talented
- A teaching profession that is treated with respect and afforded autonomy in the classroom
- A wonderful group of pupils who behave well and have high aspirations
- A strong Progress 8 score
- Staff and Governors that are professional and enjoy working together for the benefit of the young people we serve
- An Ofsted outstanding judgement
- Leading Edge Status
The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring) Check.
Staff Well-being
Employee Health & Wellbeing – Going Above and Beyond
Employee Assistance Programme
At Fernwood, we understand that working in education can be both rewarding and demanding. That’s why we’ve invested in Education Mutual, a leading provider of comprehensive health and wellbeing services for school staff. This is far more than a traditional Employee Assistance Programme – it’s a complete package designed to support every aspect of your wellbeing.
What’s included?
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Mental Health & Emotional Support
- Face-to-face and virtual counselling with accredited professionals.
- Stress management and resilience coaching.
- Bereavement and grief support.
- Men’s mental wellness services.
- Mental Health First Aid training for staff.
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Healthcare Services
- 24/7 GP access via phone or video – anytime, anywhere.
- Nurse support for serious health conditions.
- Physiotherapy close to your home.
- Flu vaccinations.
- Surgical assistance to reduce NHS waiting times.
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Specialist Wellbeing Support
- Menopause support including counselling, symptom tracking, and workplace guidance.
- Sleep therapy and voice care webinars.
- Financial wellbeing coaching for peace of mind.
Education Mutual offers face-to-face support, specialist healthcare services, and round-the-clock access to medical professionals, all included at no extra cost to our staff. Whether it’s mental health, physical health, or life’s big transitions, you’ll have expert help whenever you need it.
Well-being Charter
At Fernwood School, we believe that the most important asset in any school is its staff. For students to thrive, they need to be supported by a team who feel valued, energised, and cared for. Our Staff Well-Being Charter sets out the practical steps we take to make this a reality.
Education can be demanding, and we recognise the pressures that come with the profession. That’s why our charter goes beyond words – it includes clear, meaningful actions designed to reduce workload, promote a healthy work-life balance, and provide access to high-quality mental health and wellbeing support.
From policies that protect your time, to initiatives that foster community and positivity, our approach is rooted in common sense and compassion. This charter reflects our ethos of “High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All” – and that includes every member of our team.
Explore the charter below to see how we make Fernwood a great place to work.
