Thank you for your interest in St Martin's School

Comment from the Headteacher:

"St Martin's is a very special school that must be seen to be fully appreciated. The individual development of our pupils is a personal journey where they have every chance t possible to succeed and flourish "

Mr Jamie Foster

Headteacher and Deputy CEO

Our ethos of Be The Best You Can Be  is built upon three distinct strands which are woven into every aspect of life at St Martin’s:   Traditional Values, Learning For The Future and Outstanding Personal Achievement.

About our School 

Achievement at St Martin’s School is consistently strong.

 Outcomes at both GCSE and A level are well above national averages, reflecting high expectations, a rigorous curriculum and a strong culture of learning. Students make excellent progress from above-average starting points on entry to Year 7, with prior attainment typically exceeding national benchmarks.

A significant proportion of student’s secure high grades at GCSE, including strong attainment in English and mathematics. At A level, the majority of students achieve high-grade outcomes, and many progress to Russell Group universities each year, studying competitive subjects such as Medicine, Veterinary Science, Law and Engineering.

All students follow an ambitious and accelerated Key Stage 3 programme in English, mathematics, science and technology, enabling them to begin GCSE courses at the start of Year 9. Teaching and learning are supported by a strong middle-leadership structure, with deputy heads of faculty and regular, purposeful professional development focused on improving classroom practice and securing consistently high outcomes for all learners.

The school’s emphasis on traditional values, high standards and personal responsibility underpins its excellent reputation within the community.

Expectations for behaviour, appearance and work ethic are clear, consistent and well supported, creating a calm, purposeful learning environment. This reputation is reflected in sustained oversubscription, with significantly more applications each year than the available Year 7 places. 

With a large, academically focused sixth form, St Martin’s School offers a broad and demanding post-16 curriculum alongside strong pastoral and academic support. Staff are expected to model the highest professional standards, contributing positively to the school’s ethos and reinforcing the values that enable students to thrive academically and personally.

If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our provision outstanding, please apply now.

St Martin's School is proud to be part of Discovery Educational Trust:

Discovery Educational Trust, formed in 2014, is a successful and established multi-academy trust based in South Essex, comprising just under 4000 pupils and 500 staff, across 5 schools.

Our schools are:

Chase High School (Westcliff-on-Sea)

St. Martin's School (Brentwood)

Hogarth Primary School (Brentwood)

Kelvedon Hatch Community Primary School (Brentwood

Larchwood Primary School (Brentwood) 

Why you should come and work with us!

We aim for each of our schools to become the school of choice within the community, offering a broad and exciting range of extracurricular activities to enhance the opportunities within their formal curriculum.

Our vision is that strong and effective leadership places our children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We value relationships, which are open and honest, underpinned by kindness, trustworthiness and compassion.

As an equal opportunities employer, Discovery Educational Trust is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination . We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Discovery Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding our pupils against radicalisation and extremism and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We provide a competitive benefits package that supports our employees both personally and professionally.

• Two week October Half Term 
• Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme ( EAP) 
• Employee Savings and Discounts
• Bike2work Scheme
• Mental Health First aid
• Health Cash Plan with Medicash
• Gifted Service Leave
• Offsite PPA time

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