About Maypole

We are a growing school and we expect to be recruiting slowly but steadily, throughout the year. We will be seeking Teachers and Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join our team on an ongoing basis; and as we grow we are also likely to be seeking another Occupational Therapist and another Speech and Language Therapist.   

We are a highly motivated team who are passionate about helping our pupils to succeed, in spite of other schools having been unable to do so. This isn’t the easiest job in the world, but if you’re right for us and you want to support pupils with complex needs, then it’s one of the most rewarding experiences. 

"I love working here. It's the best move I've made."

Staff member, Oct 2025

"I have never, ever worked somewhere where I enjoy coming into work this much. Love working here."

Anonymous Staff Member, Maypole School (Sunbury Staff Survey), Mar 2025 

  "Maypole school has some of the best relationship building (between both staff and students) that I have seen across my career. It's a warm and welcoming environment and I have felt nothing but safe and supported, despite dealing with challenging behaviours ... I enjoy Maypole more than any other place I’ve worked, and do not see this changing."

Anonymous Staff Member, Maypole School (Leigham Court Staff Survey), Mar 2025

What we offer

We offer:

• A competitive salary, for 39 working weeks / year (term time only); plus 5 1/2 weeks paid holiday. 
• Two well-being days off per year 
• Breakfast and school lunch are available free to all staff
• Excellent training and staff development, including the possibility of becoming a Qualified Teacher
• Be part of a really motivated team
• Real opportunities for promotion as the school grows 
• A competitive pension scheme 

Previous teaching experience

Previous teaching experience will be an advantage initially; but is not necessary. We will provide comprehensive training, and support to help you learn. In the longer term, your motivation and passion will be far more important than whether you have previous teaching experience. 

Holidays

Please note that holidays may not be taken in term-time. 

 

"It feels like a proper work family, where everyone is in it together and cares about the students."

 Teaching Assistant, Maypole School (Sunbury), March 25

"Staff are overwhelmingly positive about leaders' support for their workload, well-being and professional development. They value being part of a new and developing school and are fully committed to supporting their pupils."

Ofsted Report, Maypole School (Leigham Court), June 2024