At Sir William Perkins’s School, students are at our heart. We expect the best from them, and in return, they can expect the best from us – both in terms of high-quality teaching and the tailored support they need to achieve. We know our students, their talents, hopes, and aspirations, and we seek staff who actively encourage them to explore their interests and reach their potential in an innovative and inspiring atmosphere.
Founded in 1725, we are a warm and friendly independent school for 600 students aged 11-18, set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey. Easily accessible by road or public transport, we are just a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns. SWPS staff are professional, highly qualified, and passionate about their subjects, while also embracing the broader educational experience we provide. Our school fosters a welcoming and supportive environment where expectations are high, but staff well-being is carefully considered by the Senior Leadership Team. We offer extensive professional development opportunities, a generous INSET budget, and a strong sense of camaraderie and fun. Our governors are committed to ensuring competitive staff remuneration, continually reviewing our staff package to attract and retain the very best teachers, giving our student community the best possible advantage.
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Staff Benefits
We welcome staff into a warm, innovative and engaging workplace with many development opportunities:
SWPS Digital Strategy
At SWPS our vision is for our students to be confident users of digital technology, equipped with the skills, integrity and confidence to excel in their education whilst preparing for their future careers.
Digital Aims (Teaching and Learning)
- To use technology to enhance current good practice and to drive forward teaching and learning at SWPS.
- To strive continually to provide our students with the best possible access to learning.
- To offer our students access to a variety of learning styles.
To encourage independent learning and equip our students for adult life. - To have a positive impact on teacher workload and wellbeing.
We Believe
- Learning does not stop as soon as you walk out of the school gate, it can take place anywhere at any time.
- Everyone at SWPS should be connected digitally to communicate, share and engage in learning (students, teachers and parents).
The Concept
- To ensure that every student has access to an Apple iPad both in school and at home.
- Students bring the device to school every day and expect to use it for learning in and between lessons every day, anywhere in school.
