Work With Us

We seek passionate individuals who live out our four core values (confidence, integrity, humility and service) and inspire our bright, curious and enthusiastic students. Monkton thinks differently. We appreciate and value difference, and our ambition is to attract, develop and retain a diverse mix of talented people that will contribute to our ethos and values.

Support staff at Monkton carry out a range of vital and valued positions. The School’s ability to function and perform outstandingly well depends on the work our non-teaching staff do.

We continue to enjoy a distinctive Christian ethos which provides a solid foundation from which we can all, students and staff, make our own responses to matters of life and faith.

Monkton thinks differently and we encourage our people to be innovative and think creatively. We have recently launched an innovation fund where our people are able to reflect on possible areas of experimentation and apply for funding to follow their idea through. Some ideas we are championing are:

  • Developing a unique EYFS curriculum that is highly creative, uses rich and real resources/ experiences strong in STEM content.
  • Increasing the use of our outdoor spaces by offering new water-based activities like paddleboarding.

If this sounds like somewhere you would love to work then please get in touch. A list of our current vacancies and details of how to apply are below. 

We are always looking for inspiring individuals to join our team, so even if there is currently not a suitable vacancy please do get in touch by emailing [email protected]

Current Vacancies

Head of Geography

Full time, Permanent 

Start date: September 2024

Monkton is seeking to appoint a full time Head of Geography from September 2024 to teach throughout the senior school (Years 9 to 13) and lead a successful and forward-thinking department. As a dynamic and ambitious teacher, you are seeking to develop in a school which grows fruitful people through innovation and a commitment to professional growth, and which prioritises relationships over systems.

You will share our vision for fostering a love of lifelong learning, both for students and teachers. You will be passionate about delivering an excellent holistic education and have a commitment to individuals, seeing this as the basis for students to flourish. You will see education as lighting fires rather than filling pails as well as the vital part that a proactive pastoral approach plays in a student’s development.

In addition to teaching an academic timetable, all staff at Monkton are involved with the wider life of a busy boarding-ethos school. Co-curricular activities go far beyond those clubs and societies which are closely connected with a teacher’s academic subject and all staff play a rich pastoral role with both day and boarding pupils. As such, a full-time teacher will coach or support two terms of sport, or equivalent - eg CCF, drama, community service - have a tutor group, supervise an evening work period once a week in a boarding house, and run a co-curricular activity. Applicants should make clear in their application how they would see themselves contributing to school life in these wider ways; applications which focus solely on classroom practice are likely to be less successful.

The salary offered is in accordance with the Monkton Combe Teaching Staff Salary Scale. 

For more information on the role please see the Candidate information pack below.

 

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the Application Page button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to the HR department ([email protected]) enclosing a letter of application, fully completed application form and full curriculum vitae, with details of your qualifications and experience. 

 

Closing date: Monday 15th April 2024 

We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. 

If you would like more information please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR department either at [email protected] or by telephone at 01125 721181.

Science Technician (Physics)

Monkton Combe School is seeking to appoint a Science Technician to join our team. The role will be primarily based at our Senior School with approx. 6 hours per week of support at our Prep School.

The successful applicant will share our enthusiasm for fostering a love of science and will play an active role in developing practical, innovative and inspiring practical Science. The role will support mostly within Physics, but at the Prep School will support in general science.

You will perform a variety of tasks to help facilitate the teaching of science at all levels in the School, with due regard to the health and safety of pupils and staff and ensure the efficient operation of the Science Department referred to above, thus enabling pupils to maximise the opportunities in the specific subject area. 

Some responsibilities include:

  • Follow all Health and Safety guidelines and safe working practices within the Science Department. Reference being made to the departmental Handbook and CLEAPSS Handbook
  • Prepare, set-up and check the apparatus, materials and reagents for demonstrations and practical work
  • Ensure all Physics equipment is in good working order by cleaning, testing and servicing at regular intervals. Organise for the servicing of equipment, where required
  • Set up displays and equipment for school Open Days and as needed on departmental display boards throughout the course of the academic year

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 15th April 2024

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181. We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy if suitable candidates are found.

Candidate Information Pack

Prep School Graduate Teaching Assistant

Start date: August 2024
Term-time only, 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £14,477 (you’ll receive accommodation and full board during term time)

Do you have what it takes to inspire young people and have a devotion to support an excellent holistic education?

We are seeking to appoint a number of Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTA) for the forthcoming academic year, starting in August 2024, on a 12 month fixed term contract at Monkton Prep School, set in the beautiful Midford valley on the outskirts of Bath. 

Although this role is titled Graduate Teaching Assistant, it  would also be suitable for individuals looking for a placement year position or those who have graduated school and are looking to gain work experience in education before going onto University or starting a career. 

Graduate Teaching Assistants are seen as an important part of the Pastoral and Academic teams at Monkton.  This is an exciting opportunity to explore and gain experience of working with young people, ages 2-13 years, in a supportive environment and allow you to decide if teaching or pastoral care is the right career path for you. You will have the opportunity to get involved with various activities during the school day, such as supporting in a classroom environment and covering lessons, supporting and supervising sport lessons and other extracurricular activities, to be resident on site, and to help care for the boarders after the academic day has finished and at the weekends. 

Find out more about being a GTA at Monkton

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

So, if you strive to work collaboratively and want to actively get involved in the co-curricular, pastoral life of the school, then we think you will feel right at home here.

Previous GTAs have gone on to a variety of careers including (but not limited to) SCITT and PGCE courses, counselling or church leadership - the perfect springboard for many different types of careers. We have a number of previous GTAs who are still working with us here at Monkton in a variety of roles!

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. Applicants should also be aware that it is an offence to seek employment in regulated activity with children if you have been barred from doing so.

How to apply

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to the HR department ([email protected])  enclosing a letter of application, fully completed application form and full curriculum vitae, with details of your qualifications and experience.

We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.  If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR department on 01125 721181.

Candidate Information Pack

Marketing & Communications Executive

Marketing & Communications Executive

Salary: iro £35,000-£40,000

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Start Date: March 2024

Are you a marketing maestro with a passion for communication, a knack for creativity and a relentless drive to make a real impact?

We’re looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic marketeer to join our External Relations team and offer a fresh perspective, ready to bring bold ideas to the table and elevate our school’s brand.This role might suit someone with experience or a recently qualified professional seeking to grow their experience in a fast changing world.

You will take responsibility for  all marketing activities, publications, communications, our website and social media shaping and delivering Monkton’s message in collaboration with the senior leadership of the school. You will also drive stakeholder engagement and promote Monkton by working with agencies on the creation of eye-catching campaigns and multi-channel advertising which will resonate with our audience.

Excellent communication, creativity and project management skills are essential for the successful candidate, as well as a good understanding of the technical side of the role, including SEO and digital campaigns.

If this sounds like you and you have previous experience within a MarComms role, as well as sound understanding of branding, marketing methods and enhancing engagement, we would love to hear from you!

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 17th March 2024

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181.

Candidate Information Pack

PA to Deputy Head Pastoral & Deputy Head Academic at the Senior School

Salary: £27,563 per annum (FTE 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year plus 33 days holiday (including public holidays)

Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm. For the right candidate a reduction in the number of working weeks may be available. 

Start Date: August 2024

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and experienced individual looking to join our enthusiastic administration team to provide operational support to the Deputy Heads Pastoral and Academic in the day to day running of the senior school.

You will undertake a range of responsibilities and PA duties monitoring busy inboxes, responding to emails and phone calls and managing complex diaries. In addition other tasks will include, co-ordinating the school’s daily registration process, setting up staff cover, running parents evenings throughout the year, minuting meetings and event management including involvement in the planning of the Prizegiving weekend and Leavers Ball at the end of the summer term.

We are looking for someone with excellent personal, professional and technical skills that will be able to liaise and communicate with our students, parents and staff, often dealing with confidential matters.  If you like a fast paced environment, working to deadlines and where no two working days are the same we would really like to hear from you.

To see a full Job Description and Person Specification please see the Candidate Information pack below.

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

Closing date: Upon successful application

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181

Candidate Information Pack

Assistant IT Technician

Salary: £23,795 per annum 

Full time, 12month fixed term contract

Start Date: March 2024

There is an opportunity to join the dynamic ICT team at Monkton, helping to develop innovative solutions to 21st century teaching environments. Monkton is a leading Google Workspace practitioner looking to appoint an Assistant IT Technician to support its fresh round of investment in new technology and deployment of 1:1 Chromebooks.

The successful candidate will assist with the development, operation, management and maintenance of the School’s ICT infrastructure and develop effective relationships with staff and pupils across the School sites and respond to their needs, supporting all staff and pupils in their use of the resources and network under the guidance of the Network Manager. The role holder will be required to travel between the Monkton Combe School sites (Prep and Senior) and All Hallows School.

For further information please see the Candidate Information Pack

 

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181 or at [email protected] 

We reserve the right to close the advert early upon successful application.

Apprentice IT Technician

Full time, apprenticeship

Monkton is seeking to appoint a full time IT Technician Apprentice to join our dedicated and talented team working across all three school sites based on the outskirts of Bath. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in IT and will have the exciting opportunity to carry out personal development and training through an apprenticeship scheme.

You will be working closely with our dynamic ICT team helping to develop innovative solutions to 21st century teaching environments over all three school sites.

The successful candidate would be a person who wishes to kick start their career in IT.

For further information please see the Candidate Information Pack

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 submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

For more information please contact the HR department on 01225 721181 or at [email protected] 

We reserve the right to close the advert early upon successful application.

Medical Pupil Escort

This role requires a flexible time commitment

Rate of pay: £10.90 per hour

We are seeking a Medical Escort to accompany pupils to scheduled, non-emergency medical appointments, acting in a non-medical capacity as a responsible adult. 

You will be responsible for the care and welfare of the pupils travelling, ensuring that they reach their destination safely. To help you achieve this, you will be expected to attend all appropriate training as and when required.

Note: The post holder may be reasonably required to perform duties other than those given in the job description for the post. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to posts may vary from time to time without changing the character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

 

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

Closing date: Upon successful Application

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.

Candidate Information Pack

Housekeeping Supervisor

35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: £21,820
Start date: Immediate

Are you passionate about providing the best possible service? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and motivated Housekeeping Supervisor to join our dedicated Domestic Services team at Monkton Combe School.
In this role, you will support the Housekeeping Manager and Domestic Services Manager in the day to day running and supervision of the Domestic services team. The working hours will be from 6am to 1pm Monday to Friday, with a requirement to work an occasional Saturday to cover special functions.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Supporting the Housekeeping Manager with the supervision of the day to day work of the Domestic cleaning / laundry staff across the relevant campus in order to maintain standards and deliver a quality service.
  • Organise the morning rotas. 
  • Contribute to Domestic cleaning and laundry. 
  • Maintain up to date knowledge of all chemicals in use and training in COSHH Regulations.
  • Responsible for carrying out all electrical checks, fridge checks and record keeping reporting to DSM.
  • Assist the Housekeeping manager with the requirements of all external lets.

Please see the candidate information pack for more information.

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
Closing date: 29th March 2024

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the Application Page button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

We encourage early application as w​e reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. If you would like more information please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR department on 01225 721149 or, please contact Tracey Harris, the Domestic Services Manager on 07715540076. 

Candidate Information Pack

Site Assistant

35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: Up to £19,800

Are you passionate about providing the best possible service? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and motivated Site Assistant to join our Domestics team to help us ensure that we are providing a safe, welcoming and purposeful environment for children, staff and visitors at Monkton Combe School.

Hours of work: 6am - 1pm Monday to Friday and working 1 in 4 Saturdays

As Site Assistant, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that all areas of the school are kept tidy and presentable. You will conduct various regular cleaning duties, assist with the moving of furniture to ensure Monkton staff and pupil accommodation are equipped appropriately each year, help set up furniture for various events and complete light maintenance duties in the Domestics team.
Please see the candidate information pack for more information.

 

Benefits

● 25 days annual leave plus bank holiday
● Free lunch
● 75% discount on membership at Monkton Leisure Centre (based at the Prep
School)
● Company pension scheme & life assurance
● Employee Assistance Programme, access to free confidential emotional,
physical, financial and legal support
● Cycle to work scheme
● Opportunities for career progression and development. Including internal
mentoring and coaching programmes.
● Discounts in hundreds of shops, cinemas and hotels via Benefit Hub

 

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. Please see the candidate information pack for more information.

 

How to apply

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the Application Page button at the bottom of this web page. Alternatively you should write to us, including a completed application form, to the HR department ([email protected]) with details of your qualifications and experience.

Candidate Information Pack

Painter and Decorator

Full time or Part time, 12 month fixed-term contract
Salary up to £23,900 per annum

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Painter and Decorator to join our dynamic Maintenance team based at Monkton Combe School. You will carry out internal and external paint and decorating work across both of our School sites (Senior and Prep).
You will contribute to the appearance of the School to the highest possible standards and ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times. You will be able to work well within a team with a demonstrable commitment to health and safety and service.

 

Key responsibilities

● Preparing walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint
● General painting and decorating duties, washing down, filling and preparing and painting
● Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material
● Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right colour or texture
● Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools
● Apply varnish and other finishes
● Estimating materials and assisting in purchasing of sundries etc.
● Paperhanging and associated work.
● Glazing including fixed beads, repairs etc
● General basic maintenance/building work, i.e simple plumbing, concrete and plaster work
● Roof repairs, tiling, fitting and maintaining gutters
● Erection and use of aluminium scaffold towers and ladders
● Wall tiling and general finishing to new works
● Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions

Benefits
● 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
● Free lunch
● 75% discount on membership at Monkton Leisure Centre (based at the Prep School)
● Company pension scheme life assurance
● Employee Assistance Programme, access to free confidential emotional, physical, financial and legal support
● Cycle to work scheme
● Opportunities for career progression and development. Including internal mentoring and coaching programmes.
● Discounts in hundreds of shops, cinemas and hotels via the Benefit Hub

 

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
Closing date: Upon successful application

You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the Application Page button at the bottom of our work with us webpage. If you would like to discuss this role further, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0122 721181.

Candidate Information Pack

Pastoral Technology Lead - Internal

Monkton is looking for our next Pastoral Technology Lead. The successful person will lead on and develop Monkton Senior School’s pastoral support of students in their use of technology. You will work with and advise the Pastoral SLT on policy and practice. Researching outstanding practice at other schools and organisations in order to keep abreast of new developments and technologies. 


The post holder will be a part of the pastoral team, responsible to Deputy Head Pastoral for this aspect of their employment. While the role is focussed on the Senior School the holder will also work with the Prep School pastoral team in their support of students with technology, ensuring a coherent development of support through the years and advising the MPS team in technical matters.


Remuneration:   The post holder will receive an ‘E’ allowance or equivalent.

 

How to apply

To apply, please send a covering letter to the HR department at [email protected] 

For further information please contact Beth Lewis.

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.  

Diversity Statement

We seek passionate individuals who live out our four core values (confidence, integrity, humility and service) and inspire our bright, curious and enthusiastic students. Monkton thinks differently. We appreciate and value difference, and our ambition is to attract, develop and retain a diverse mix of talented people that will contribute to our ethos and value

MSS Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead - Internal

Monkton is seeking the next MSS DDSL from September 2024. 

The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead will manage referrals, liasing with the Principal or DSL to update them of all ongoing issues and enquiries. You will act as a source of support, advice and expertise to staff on matters of safety and safeguarding and when deciding whether to make a referral.

The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead should receive appropriate training carried out every two years in
order to understand the assessment process for providing early help and intervention and have a working knowledge of how local authorities conduct a child protection case.

You will ensure each member of staff has access to and understands the school’s child protection policies and
procedures, ensuring all new staff receive training in a timely manner after commencing employment.

Overall you will be alert to the specific needs of children in need, those with special educational needs and young carers; be able to keep detailed, accurate, appropriate, secure written records of concerns and referrals; and encourage a culture of listening to children and taking account of their wishes and feelings, among all
staff, in any measures the school may put in place to protect them.

How to apply

To apply, please send a covering letter to the HR department at [email protected] 

For further information please contact Beth Lewis.

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.  

Diversity Statement

We seek passionate individuals who live out our four core values (confidence, integrity, humility and service) and inspire our bright, curious and enthusiastic students. Monkton thinks differently. We appreciate and value difference, and our ambition is to attract, develop and retain a diverse mix of talented people that will contribute to our ethos and value

To apply for any of the above positions, please complete our application form and submit any necessary documents through our application page.

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