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We employ staff of the highest calibre who will be able to mesh the very best in modern thinking with our traditional values.

At Cheam we are committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value difference and recognise that individually we perform well but collectively we shine.

If you believe your personal values would fit with the Cheam values we would love to hear from you. Whatever your background, if you lead by example, show resilience and kindness and seek always to integrate and share, please get in touch.

Reasons to join us

  • Our beautiful countryside location
  • The friendly and dedicated staff team
  • Career professional development, mentoring and opportunities
  • A good pension scheme
  • Access to a variety of training opportunities
  • Access to a variety of external speakers
  • Our tasty free lunches, snacks and refreshments
  • Our developing wellbeing programme (i.e. yoga classes)
  • Onsite parking, soon with electric car charging
  • Social events for staff and with the whole community
  • Use of our facilities when available
  • Fee remission

Life at Cheam

Having worked in a number of schools, when I found Cheam it felt the most like home. The team, the amazing site and the positive, can-do attitudes are what makes it a great place to work and live.

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The pupils who are happy, engaged, so well-mannered and keen to learn make coming to work something I genuinely look forward to.

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The feeling of camaraderie amongst the staff and being part of Team Cheam. It’s a very special community.

Staff member

It’s a privileged to work in such a beautiful setting, with a brilliant group of colleagues who make coming to work worthwhile.

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Vacancies

Cheam School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Maths Teacher

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School as a Maths Teacher. How to Apply For further details about this role please download the Application Pack below. Candidates wishing to apply should complete the…

Start date September 2025
Closing date 23 February 2025
Vacancy type Full-Time
Area Prep School
Department Maths
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Head of Learning Development

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Cheam, as the Head of Learning Development. How to Apply For further details about this role please download the Application Pack below. Candidates wishing to apply should complete…

Start date September 2025
Closing date 24 February 2025
Vacancy type Full-Time
Area Learning Development
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Learning Development Teacher

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School as a Learning Development Teacher. How to Apply For further details about this role please download the Application Pack below. Candidates wishing to apply should complete…

Start date April or September 2025
Closing date 24 February 2025
Vacancy type Full-Time
Area Learning Development
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Gap Students

Applications for the GAP scheme for the calendar year January to December 2026 are now open. To apply for a position as a GAP student at Cheam, please complete this online form. Shortlisted candidates will…

Start date January 2026
Closing date 12 March 2025
Vacancy type Full time
Area Whole School
Department Whole School
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Where next?

Mission statement

Grounds and facilities