Work and Train with Us
When you join us, you become part of an institution that directly influences the futures of some of the most outstanding young people in the area.
We are one of the top schools in the county for our A-Level and GCSE results, and our students’ co-curricular development and self-motivated learning are unsurpassed. Academic progress for every student is our priority. We deliver this through exceptional teaching, dedicated staff, a progressive approach to learning, and an evolving environment that encourages girls to be open to the new and to back themselves - and each other - in all they do.
However, ambitious success is not achieved in isolation. The keystone to a student’s journey, and the guarantee of their future accomplishments, is our commitment to empowering support, well-being, and safeguarding. Through tutors, teachers, Heads of Learning, and peers, students find guidance that enables them to be curious in thought, courageous in action, and confident in themselves.
Our learning environment plays a vital role in helping students excel. We offer university-grade science laboratories, ICT-enabled classrooms, a dance studio, a floodlit astro turf, multi-subject computer suites, a design studio, a food technology room, drama studios, and expansive art spaces. We continuously invest in our facilities so girls can boldly pursue their passions.
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Why work with us?
- In 2024, we ranked 7th in The Times’ best secondary and grammar schools in the southeast.
- We are committed to the induction and professional development of all staff and have a genuinely developmental Professional Development Process (appraisal).
- We benefit from London Fringe Allowance and the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- We have a team of specialist and committed teachers and a highly effective SEND team.
- Our staff are collaborative and support each other to be their best; it is difficult to say whether the best thing about working at Becky High is the students or staff!
Train with us
We are proud to be in partnership with the Astra School Centred Initial Teacher Training provider (SCITT), an innovative, Ofsted Outstanding and non-profit organisation providing outstanding training opportunities for new entrants into the teaching profession. The Astra SCITT is part of the Astra Teaching School Hub, accredited by the DfE as one of only 87 Hubs in the country to offer the 'golden thread' of training and support for teachers at all stages of their career.
Astra is currently recruiting Primary and Secondary trainees in the following subjects/phases across over 50 local selective, non-selective, primary and special schools: art; biology; business; economics with wusiness; chemistry; computer science; drama; English; geography; history; maths; modern foreign languages; music; PE; physics; RE. Some part-time routes are also available.
More information can be found on the DfE train to teach portal, as well as the Astra website, and applications can be made via DfE Apply. You can also contact us directly. You may also qualify for a generous bursary to train.
Staff Stories
Every week we run a profile of a member of staff, a bite-size interview which tells you a little more about them!
Staff perks
Without highly capable, committed and inspirational staff, Beaconsfield High would not be the remarkable school it is. We value each and every person who works here, regardless of their position within the school and are proud to offer the following staff perks in addition to the benefits offered to all school staff further down the page.
Becky High Perks
Time off for special family moments
We know that some of the most important moments in your child’s life happen during the school day. That’s why we offer up to one day’s paid leave each year so you can be there for those special occasions, whether it’s a sports day, the nativity, a school performance or their graduation.
Breakfast Before Briefing
Complimentary coffee, tea and pastries twice a term in the cafeteria.
Christmas and end-of-year socials
The perfect opportunity to celebrate the end of the autumn term and the end of the school year! In the past, we have enjoyed celebrations at Brasserie Blanc, The White Horse and The Beech House, and in the summer, a catered party with a bar, in Maddy's Garden!
Good Eggs and Christmas Stars
At the end of the autumn and spring term, staff are asked to nominate colleagues who they think have gone the extra mile and deserve special recognition. These people receive a letter to say they have been nominated and may also win a little treat too! At Christmas, the Governors serve mulled wine and fizz at these events, in recognition of all the hard-work staff have put in!
Government approved additional non-inset ‘Academy Days’
These are non-working days in addition to inset days.
Health
Free flu vaccinations and eye tests, on site staff HIIT (high intensity interval training) classes and Cycle to Work Scheme. The gym is currently being refurbished and will be available for staff use.
Health Assured coverage
An employee assistance programme offering confidential support, advice and guidance across a range of personal and work-related matters, including family and relationship concerns, gambling, drug and alcohol dependency, domestic abuse, stress and anxiety, financial, tax and legal matters, and bereavement.
Counselling is available both in person and by telephone.
To access the service, click here. You will need our organisation code to log in, which is available from HR.
Mental Health First Aiders
MHFAiders are a point of contact if you, or someone you are concerned about, are experiencing poor mental health or emotional distress. They are not therapists or psychiatrists, but they can give you initial support and signpost you to appropriate help if required. We have two Mental Health First Aiders for staff:
- Sarah Rivers (HR Officer)
- Rachel McLennan (Business Director).
Pearson Teacher Awards
Nominations take place during October - February, with finalists being announced in March.
Travel to exciting places
We offer a number of very exciting student trips both national and international, which staff are encouraged to join. Past trips have included the annual ski trip, plus trips to South Africa, the USA, Iceland, Spain, Italy, France, Eswatini, Borneo and....Dorset!
Weekly Staff Break (Thursday)
Complimentary coffee, tea, fruit and biscuits.
Weekly headteacher drop-in sessions
Held during Thursday breaktime, no booking required.
Nationwide School Staff Benefits
Apple discount
Looking for a new MacBook? You can get a 10% discount if you buy through the Apple for Education website. Once you have selected your product, simply verify your eligibility via Unidays and the education discounts should then be automatically applied. Click here for more info.
Blue Light Card
Personalised to each member, the Blue Light Card costs just £4.99 for 2-years' access to an amazing range of discounts online and on the high street! To apply simply use your school email and a photo of your school ID.
Discountsforteachers.co.uk
This website offers discounts to teachers and school support staff on brands and experiences, similar to teachersperks.uk, but with a different range of offers. Offers can be found on clothing, beauty, restaurants, car hire, broadband, motor coverage, MOTs and insurance.
Free will writing
The NASUWT offers free will, probate and lasting power of attorney services. Click here for more info.
Gym membership discounts
Wycombe Lido, Wycombe Leisure Centre and Chalfont Leisure Centre and Waves Leisure at The Bell House in Gerrards Cross all offer discounts on their premium/ full memberships. Simply take your staff ID card with you when you sign-up.
International Teacher Identity Card
For full-time teachers, this card is £12 year and is an internationally recognised ID card that offers the same benefits and discounts as the ISIC card (you get access to over 150,000 discounts globally). Click here for more info.
Opticians
High Wycombe Optical Centre offers school staff the following discounts on top of any in-store offers they are running. You just need to show your staff lanyard:
- 50% off Optical Frames and Lenses with a second pair starting from free.
- 30% off Sunglasses across all brands.
- 30% off Contact Lenses and all accessories.
- Free Hearing test.
- Free Eye test including OCT.
O2
O2 Open is a staff benefit scheme giving you various discounts on their Airtime Plans. For example, for O2 Airtime Plans with 3GB or more data a month, you can get a 25% discount on the Airtime Plan and for Airtime Plans with less than 3GB data a month, you can get a 15% discount on the Airtime Plan. To add the discount, click here and follow the instructions under ‘How to claim your O2 Open discount’. Your five-character O2 Open code is TEACH. When you’re asked to submit a copy of your payslip, you can either do this or submit a copy of your staff ID badge. Just follow the instructions in the My O2 Open portal to submit one of these.
Teacherperks.co.uk
Similar to Discounts for Teachers, this website offers discounts to teachers and school support staff on brands and experiences. All you need to do is register with them and you’re good to go.