Opportunities

Work For Us

Heathcote School and Science College is an inclusive community school with key values to Encourage, Challenge and SucceedThe values are integral in everything we do to support and nurture pupils to achieve the best possible outcomes in a safe and happy learning environment. Feedback from our recent Ofsted report (February 2024) confirmed Staff greatly enjoy working at the school. They hugely value the support they receive for their workload and well-being. 

Why Work at Heathcote?

  • Dedicated and supportive CPD Progamme 
  • Cycle 2 work Scheme 
  • Eye Test Voucher Scheme 
  • Access to EAP Service 
  • Commitment to staff Wellbeing 
  • Onsite Gym 
  • PPA is above the national minimum 
  • Excellent transport links and parking facilities on grounds, being in a great setting close by to Epping Forest 
  • Strong commitment to Professional Development of staff with high retention rates 
  • Dedicated and supportive mentoring programme for Early Career Teachers 

Current Vacancies

If you would like to express an interest or find out more regarding any of our vacancies please contact our Human Resources: recruitment@heathcote.waltham.sch.uk. We warmly welcome visits to our school should you wish to arrange this ahead of making an application. 

Essex Schools ITT

Our school offers Initial Teacher Training through Essex Schools ITT – a partnership of over 25 schools in West Essex, Harlow, Chelmsford, Havering, areas of Hertfordshire and Redbridge.

Our teacher training programme offers the very best of school-based training along with online learning through our provider Tes Institute.

Essex Schools ITT are committed to attracting, training and developing graduates, career changers and those who are considering their options after a career break.

Please visit the website of Essex Schools ITT to find out more about the teacher training journey, and how you can train at our school or another one in the local area.

You can also contact them on teach@essexschoolsitt.com

Essex Schools ITT telephone number 0208 4986718