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All available job vacancies for King Edward's School, Bath will be posted on this page.

If you have any questions about employment at KES, please feel free to get in touch by phone (01225 820300) or by email ([email protected])

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The School is committed to the protection of personal data in line with UK GDPR and DPA 2018. Please read our Privacy Notice which describes why and how we collect and use your personal data and provides information about your rights in relation to that data.

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Teacher of Mathematics Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics

Temporary, Full time or Substantial Part time

A permanent position could be considered for the right candidate

From September 2024

Closing Date: 19 April 2024

We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced graduate to teach Mathematics to all age groups in this thriving and popular department. The successful candidate will possess excellent subject knowledge and be an effective teacher who uses a variety of teaching methods and who is able to work well as part of a team. You should be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, a willingness to innovate and the ability to foster positive and supportive relationships with both students and staff in the department. You will be able to teach across the whole range of age and ability, including A-level Maths. The department also teaches Further Maths.

Maths is a very popular subject choice at A Level and we usually see over 50% of our pupils choosing to continue with Maths into the Sixth Form. We currently have over 130 pupils in the Sixth Form studying Maths, 38 of whom currently study Maths and Further Maths. Early Career Teachers or recent Maths graduates willing to train on the job are encouraged to apply. A willingness to be involved in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of this busy and vibrant School is expected.

King Edward’s School operates its own salary scale, which is enhanced above the National State Qualified Teachers’ Scale and the salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The School is a member of Teachers’ Pension Scheme and also offers an alterative competitive defined contribution pension scheme.

An application form can be downloaded from our website www.kesbath.com and completed forms and covering letter need to be returned to Mr M Boden, Headmaster at [email protected].  The closing date for this position is 9am on Friday 19th April 2024 with interviews being held as soon as possible thereafter.

Please read our Privacy Notice which describes why and how we collect and use personal data about you and provides information about your rights in relation to that data. 

Privacy Notice Staff.pdf (kesbath.com)

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

 

Drama Graduate Assistant Drama Graduate Assistant

Drama Graduate Assistant

Fixed Term Part time

Required from September 2024 to May 2025

30 - 40 hours per week

Term time only                 

Hourly Rate - £11.86 plus holiday pay

Closing Date: 15 April 2024

We wish to appoint a suitably qualified graduate to support our friendly and welcoming Drama and Theatre Studies Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, energetic person with initiative and a willingness to throw themselves into school life.  The successful candidate will have a working knowledge and experience of Drama and Theatre Studies in a school environment. The position offers an opportunity to develop a wide range of theatrical and employment skills and the appointed candidate will bring their own unique set of skills to the role. The right candidate should have directing and leadership potential which will look to develop and build upon. Within the role we hope to offer the opportunity to gain experience in both teaching and theatrical skills, shaping these towards the interest of the candidate.

Drama and Theatre Studies is a busy and dynamic department with three school productions each year and other performance opportunities open to all pupils, Inter-form Competitions and festival work.  We also produce outstanding practical exam work with GCSE and A-level students working with the EDUQAS specifications.

A full induction, supportive line management and training opportunities will be provided.  The hours will be worked across term time to include some evening and weekend work for production and exam rehearsals. There is a possibility of this role extending beyond May 2025 depending on projects, which in the past have included taking a play to the Edinburgh Fringe.

If you wish to discuss this role further, please contact Dani Tamblyn, Acting Head of Drama on 01225 464313.  The closing date for this vacancy is 8.30am on Monday 15 April 2024 and completed application forms need to be sent to our HR Department via their email address [email protected]. Interviews will be held within a fortnight of the closing date.

Please read our Privacy Notice which describes why and how we collect and use personal data about you and provides information about your rights in relation to that data. 

Privacy Notice Staff.pdf (kesbath.com)

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Afternoon Sous Chef Afternoon Sous Chef

School Sous Chef

Permanent Full Time

10am – 6pm Monday to Thursday (Friday 5.30pm) with the occasional Saturday

Half hour unpaid lunch

Annual Salary £25,853

Recruitment Bonus £1,000 to be paid in two instalments

Closing Date: 25 March 2024

 

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Chef with culinary knowledge and production skills to be part of the catering team responsible for the food service provision for pupils, as well as catering for functions and events across the school campus.  Passionate about food and culinary service, you will assist in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and be responsible for elements of the main menu and service periods.  With the Catering Manager you will assist with menu development and recipe ideas whilst maintaining excellent standards and food quality. 

The school places a high priority on the provision of excellent catering to the pupils, staff and parents of the school and is constantly striving to improve the quality of the food on offer. Ultimately, we are seeking to make the school catering offer one of the leaders within the sector.   

The school’s Catering Department operates at the highest of standards to ensure that the pupils enjoy meals that are planned with great care, prepared with skill, presented with imagination and flair and of course taste delicious.  We look for high quality food, exceeding the expectation of a normal school meal, which is home-made using quality, fresh ingredients.   Previous experience of large cover catering would be beneficial but not essential. 

The role will be 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 10am to 6pm (Friday 5.30pm) with no less than 15 Saturdays worked as time off in lieu.  A formal induction program is planned to provide training and support during the initial first term. You will be based at our North Road site, and we offer a competitive salary which will be enhanced by the School’s generous staff benefit package including holiday pay and free parking.  Training and a uniform will be provided.

Please note there is a recruitment bonus of £1,000.  £500 to be paid 3 months after starting and £500 at the end of the 6 month probationary period.

To discuss this role please contact Peter Brockwell, Estates and Facilities Manager on 07778 507654. An application form can be downloaded from our website www.kesbath.com and completed forms need to be returned to Heather Baker, HR Manager at her email address [email protected].  The closing date for this position is 8.30am on Thursday 25 March 2024.  Interviews may be held for suitably qualified and experienced candidates after 11 March 2024, but consideration will be given to applications received up to the 25 March 2024.

Please read our Privacy Notice which describes why and how we collect and use personal data about you and provides information about your rights in relation to that data. 

Privacy Notice Staff.pdf (kesbath.com)

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Minibus Driver Minibus Driver

Minibus Driver

Permanent Part time

7am to 9am and/or 3.30pm to 5.30pm Monday to Friday

Salary £13.44 per hour plus holiday pay

Closing Date: 25 March 2024

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and responsible Minibus Driver to join our welcoming Estates and Facilities team.  This is an exciting time to be joining King Edward’s School and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the School and its community.

This rewarding role will require a polite and friendly manner and the ability to work independently and provide a safe and reliable driving service to the pupils of King Edward’s School. The successful candidate will have a full clean UK driving licence, including D1 Minibus entitlement and will have excellent time management and outstanding personal skills particularly with an ability to relate well to young people, parents, colleagues and external agencies.  Experience of driving passenger vehicles is highly desirable along with First Aid and MIDAS training.

The role will be 10 or 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am to 9am and/or 3.30pm to 5.30pm.  The successful applicant may be permitted to keep the vehicle at their property overnight if they live within a sensible distance to the bus route, they are servicing.  A formal induction program is planned to provide training and support during the initial first term. You will be based at our North Road site, and we offer a competitive salary which will be enhanced by the School’s generous staff benefit package including holiday pay, free food and parking.  Training and a uniform will be provided.

To discuss this role please contact Peter Brockwell, Estates and Facilities Manager on 07778 507654. An application form can be downloaded from our website www.kesbath.com and completed forms need to be returned to Heather Baker, HR Manager at her email address [email protected].  The closing date for this position is 8.30am on Monday 25 March 2024.  Interviews may be held for suitably qualified and experienced candidates after 11 March 2024, but consideration will be given to applications received up to the 25 March 2024.

Please read our Privacy Notice which describes why and how we collect and use personal data about you and provides information about your rights in relation to that data. 

Privacy Notice Staff.pdf (kesbath.com)

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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