In return you can access excellent benefits:

• • Free staff lunch on the days you work, during term time
  • 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rated according to your contract
  • Scottish Widows Group Personal Pension Plan (depending on your role)
    • Personalised industry expert pension advice
    • 3 x death in service benefit
  • Partial fee discount, where applicable and according to eligibility
  • Free use of the school gym
  • Free use of the swimming pool
  • A suite of termly staff celebrations and wellbeing initiatives
  • Topical health and wellbeing advice via our EAP
  • Employee assistance programmes to support you personally and professionally
  • Discounted group private health with BUPA
  • Optical support
  • A comprehensive further study programme
  • Access to a cycle to work scheme
  • Access to a salary sacrifice electric car scheme
  • Invites to parenting webinars on key topics
  • Free access to school productions, speakers and events
  • Free onsite car parking

Read more about our benefits here 

Current Opportunities

Willow Lodge Midday Assistant – Term Time Only position

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our friendly Willow Lodge team and support our pupils during the busy lunchtime period. This permanent, part‑time role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and is looking for school‑friendly hours that fit around other commitments.

As a Midday Assistant, you’ll help create a safe, happy and engaging environment for our 4–7‑year‑old pupils. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising pupils in the dining hall, playground and indoor areas during lunchtime
• Encouraging safe, creative play to support pupils’ wellbeing
• Providing basic first aid when needed
• Being a positive, approachable and supportive presence for our children

Pay : £4,627 per annum (£12. 71 per hour)

Hours: 8 hours 45 minutes – Monday to Friday, 11.15am–1pm, term time only.

Closing Date for application – 9am Friday 24th April
We encourage early applications, as this role typically attracts a high level of interest. We look forward to hearing from you!

PA to Head of Willow Lodge & Junior School – Full Time, Term Time Only + 2 Weeks

We are seeking a warm, highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Head of Willow Lodge & Junior School. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, people focused environment and enjoys work that is varied, meaningful and central to the smooth running of a school community.

Based at the heart of our Junior School, you will be the first point of contact for many parents, staff and visitors. Your professionalism, calm approach and ability to juggle competing priorities will help ensure that the school day runs seamlessly and that the Head is supported to lead effectively.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the Head’s diary with confidence, clarity and foresight, acting as an effective gatekeeper and ensuring time is used efficiently
• Handling sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion and integrity
• Building strong relationships with colleagues, parents and external partners, becoming a trusted and approachable presence within the school
• Supporting the planning and delivery of key school events, including Prize Giving, the Cathedral Carol Service.
• Playing a key role in the day to day administration of the school

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• A natural relationship builder who works positively with colleagues across the school
• Highly organised, adaptable and able to stay calm in a fast paced environment
• Confident in managing multiple priorities and communicating clearly with a wide range of people
• Previous PA experience is essential
• Experience in a school setting is desirable, but a genuine interest in education and working with families is just as valuable

Hours: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm, Term time only + 2 weeks
Salary £24,835 per annum (Full time equivalent £29,410 per annum)
For full details of our staff benefits please see our Applicant pack.

Closing date 9am Wednesday 6th May 2026
Interviews may take place ahead of the official closing date so early applications are encouraged.

Director of Hockey

We are seeking an outstanding and inspirational Director of Hockey to lead and develop this thriving programme from September 2026.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic teacher or coach with experience of playing or coaching hockey to a high standard. They will join a highly collaborative and committed sports department, dedicated to developing confident, curious and resilient students, and to advancing an already exceptional co-curricular sports provision.

Hockey is a major strength of the school, with a strong record of success at county, regional and national level. The programme benefits from a well-established player pathway, excellent coaching, and high levels of participation across both boys’ and girls’ hockey.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and delivering high-quality coaching sessions before school, at lunchtime and after school
• Managing teams and accompanying pupils to fixtures, including a full Saturday programme
• Overseeing the strategic development of hockey across all age groups
• Contributing to the wider life of the department, including administration and meeting
• Coaching an additional summer sport (cricket experience desirable)

The successful candidate will work closely with a large and experienced sports team, supported by specialist coaches and excellent facilities, including a state-of-the-art Sports Centre.

This is an exciting opportunity to build on a highly successful programme, further increasing participation, performance and enjoyment of hockey across the school.

Playworker (After School club) – Permanent – 12 hours per week – Term Time Only

We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic After-school Playworker to join our team in a permanent, part-time role.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and creating fun, engaging activities in a safe and supportive afterschool environment.

Key tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Planning and providing safe and creative activities for the club
• Administering first aid as appropriate

Your Skills

• Level 2 qualification in childcare or willing to work towards this (this is an excellent opportunity and the school will provide funding for you to study this qualification)
• Experience of working with primary and infant school aged children

For further information please see the attached Applicant Information Pack.

Hours of work – Owls – 3-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during term time only (12 hours per week).

Salary -£12.71 per hour
Closing Date – 9am Monday 20th April