Career Opportunities

Salary: £21,216
Interviews - Thursday 15th August
 
Role Overview
Would you like to join a small, yet dedicated team committed to providing a tip top service to our customers? You will be overlooking some fluffy sheep, in a lovely rural setting on the outskirts of Bath?
 
You will be responsible for driving pupils to and from school, including Saturday mornings, including some school trips. You will also be on hand to help the Security and Fleet Manager with day to day duties. Please refer to the Information Pack for further details. If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact the HR department on 01225 721149.


We pride ourselves on our lively Christian ethos. At Monkton, we are setting standards for life; giving young people the qualities of character they need.

 
We are committed to continuing to hone and improve our practice in different areas. We intentionally reflect on our professional development throughout the year. As part of this, and to support it, we train staff in coaching skills, and staff coach each other, as well as gaining valuable skills to use day to day. Over the next three years, our aim is to train all staff in coaching.


So, if you strive to work collaboratively as a team to provide a first class service, then we think you will feel right at home here.

Safeguarding
Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
 
How to apply
You should write to us, the HR department (recruitment@monkton.org.uk), enclosing a letter of application, fully completed application form and full curriculum vitae, with details of your qualifications and experience.

Interviews to be held upon successful application

Monkton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our friendly team and work with us to give our customers an outstanding experience while contributing to our ethos of fresh, modern, British cooking using sustainable, honest, local ingredients.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for all Kitchen staff and duties including proactively leading the day to day running of the opernation, shift cover, ordering and training.

Please review the attached job description and terms of employment for further information.

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Steve Brown on 01225 721192.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interviews to be held upon successful application

Monkton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join the Catering Department. They will be responsible for the timely delivery of outstanding food service experiences, monitoring quality and ensuring staff perform well. They will be responsible for helping Monkton to eat healthily easily, within budget while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety

The ideal candidate will possess a great blend of the following skills, knowledge and experience:

A strong ability to organise themselves and others, i.e. to work with and lead others during busy food production periods

The ability to cook and present a wide range of dishes from around the world from scratch.

Experience of food production in a high-volume environment. Term-times are busy while the school holidays are quieter with reduced staffing levels.

Have an eye-to-detail when it comes to managing quality

Please review the attached job description and terms of employment for further information.

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Steve Brown on 01225 721192.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interviews: 12th August 2019

Monkton is seeking to appoint an energetic and dedicated Art Technician for the forthcoming academic year, starting in September, initially on a 12 month fixed term contract but with the possibility of an extension or move to a permanent contract. Monkton Senior School is located in the beautiful Midford valley within walking distance of Bath.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience of working with young people in a supportive Christian ethos school environment, and would especially suit those who are considering a future career in teaching or working with children.

Single accommodation may be available which may be offered at a reduced or zero rent where evening duties are included within the successful applicant’s role.

Please review the attached job description and terms of employment for further information.

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact the HR department on 01225 721149.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interviews to be held upon successful application

Monkton is seeking to appoint a Kitchen Porter to join our current team and work with our team to give our customers an outstanding experience and contribute to our ethos of fresh, modern, British cooking using sustainable, honest, local ingredients.

The School has a varied menu which includes breakfast, lunches and suppers as well as a variety of weddings, formal dinners and residential lets throughout the year.

The ideal candidate will;
● Work in harmony with fellow employees.
● Assist where instructed with the induction of new fellow employees.
● Comply with the instructions
● Report any incidents, accidents or potential accidents

This position is for 37.5 hours per week x 45.4 weeks per year including holiday entitlement. Working pattern will be 5 days a week including weekends.

Please review the attached job description and terms of employment for further information.

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Steve Brown on 01225 721192.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interviews to be held upon successful application

Monkton is seeking to appoint Food Service Assistants to join our current team and work with our team to give our customers an outstanding experience and contribute to our ethos of fresh, modern, British cooking using sustainable, honest, local ingredients.

The School has a varied menu which includes breakfast, lunches and suppers as well as a variety of weddings, formal dinners and residential lets throughout the year. We’re looking for people who are:

● Passionate about food and people

● Committed to providing first class customer service

● Dedicated to enjoying the job and working as a team.

Positions available:

weekend only work

1 x position for 37.5 hours per week x 45.4 weeks per year including holiday entitlement.

Please review the attached job description and terms of employment for further information.

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Steve Brown on 01225 721192.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, imaginative and ambitious colleague to join our Art and Design department. You will want to train to teach in a first class environment and have experience of being a practising designer. You are likely to have had some management experience and be keen to transfer those skills to work with the Head of Department in further developing our sector-leading programmes. We see education as far more than what goes on in a workshop, gallery or classroom, and you will be keen to share your broader skills and interests within the wider co-curricular setting to inspire our students to become confident, kind and ambitious adults who live fulfilling lives.
 
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to build on the developments made over recent years in the Design department. The introduction of the 3D Design course at A level has enriched the creative discourse between the Design and Art departments, fulfilling some of the original high ambitions for the new faculty building. Applications from candidates interested in exploring the way that the Design curriculum can interact imaginatively with Art, Textiles and Photography are especially welcome.
The salary offered is in accordance with the Monkton Combe Teaching Staff Salary Scale.
Interested potential applicants are encouraged to ring Joe Sidders on 07590 872941 for an informal conversation.
 
To apply please complete in full the school application form, and send along with a covering letter which sets out your areas of interest, skill and suitability for the post.
 
Human Resources
E: recruitment@monkton.org.uk  
T: 01225 721149
 
Please note: Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service

Interview date: Week commencing 22nd July 2019

Monkton is seeking to appoint talented and committed individual with a ‘hands-on’ approach to their work and experience of working across platforms. They would lead a committed team of technicians, who enjoy a very varied role with tasks including everything from providing classroom support, to developing and administering the network and server infrastructure.  They will also need to be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and students with differing levels of IT skills.

This is an exciting role working closely with the recently appointed Educational Technologist and Vice Principal to impact the strategic direction of ICT Services across a large site, consisting of three schools. Monkton is committed to investing significantly in IT over the next few years and this role will be at the heart of the decision making and procurement processes.  We are looking to appoint an experienced candidate who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and is able to deliver a first class support service.

For an informal discussion please contact the HR Department, who will direct your enquiry appropriately. To apply please complete in full the school application form, and send along with a covering letter which sets out your areas of interest, skill and suitability for the post.

Human Resources
E: recruitment@monkton.org.uk  
T: 01225 721149

Please note:  Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interviews - Week commencing 19th and 26th August 2019

Monkton is seeking to appoint a Front of House and Events Manager in the Catering Department to join their enthusiastic and friendly team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and development of an effective, customer focussed workforce to provide the hospitality services required across Monkton. They will need to monitor quality, ensure staff under your direction perform well and gather customer feedback. This exciting role will be responsible for leading and managing all non-food costs and work closely with the HSM on any marketing initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess a great blend of the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• A strong ability to organise themselves and others, complete administration and IT related work efficiently
• Experience of menu planning and / or food production in a large scale environment
• A conference and banqueting background from point of client negotiation to service delivery
• Have an eye-to-detail when it comes to managing quality

Applicants should complete and return the School application form, along with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to the HR Department, at recruitment@monkton.org.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Steve Brown on 01225 721192.

Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.