At The Downs School in Berkshire, we’re proud of the way we help teachers grow in their careers. In this film you’ll meet one of our senior leaders who began their journey here as a trainee teacher. Their story is a great example of the support, encouragement and opportunities for progression that our school offers. From starting out in the classroom to now playing a key role in shaping the future of the school, their career shows what’s possible when talent and ambition are matched with the right guidance. Whether you’re just starting out as a trainee or looking to take the next step in your teaching career, we hope this film gives you a sense of what’s achievable at The Downs School and Sixth Form. - Please watch our other two staff films here on our YouTube channel that show what life is like at our school for our staff. - We sincerely thank Unearthed Studios for creating a film to be proud of. https://unearthedstudios.com/

Welcome to The Downs School in Berkshire. We’re a successful state secondary school and sixth form with a strong reputation for both academic results and the way we look after our students and staff. In this short film you’ll meet one of our RE teachers, who talks honestly about what it’s like to work here, the support from colleagues, the opportunities to develop as a teacher, and the sense of community that makes The Downs such a rewarding place to be. Whether you’re at the start of your career or looking for your next step, we offer clear routes for progression, high-quality training and a working environment where teachers can thrive. If you’re considering applying to work with us, we hope this gives you a real feel for life at The Downs School and Sixth Form. - Please watch our other two staff films here on our YouTube channel that show what life is like at our school for our staff. - We sincerely thank Unearthed Studios for creating a film to be proud of. https://unearthedstudios.com/

At The Downs School in Berkshire we know that schools run on teamwork. Alongside our teachers, our associate staff play a huge part in the life of the school and in supporting our students. In this film you will meet our School Business Manager. They look after the day-to-day running of the school and lead our associate staff team. From finance and administration to facilities and student services, their work makes sure that everything is in place for teaching and learning to thrive. This film gives an insight into how important our associate staff are and how rewarding it can be to work in a support role within education. If you are considering a career as a school business manager or in one of the many associate staff positions, we hope this helps you picture what it is like to be part of The Downs School and Sixth Form.