Queen’s vibrant and thriving community is enjoyed by both staff and students alike. Our superb staff members bring with them warmth, dedication, experience and a wealth of knowledge, which allows them to offer a truly incredible educational experience to each and every one of our students. We welcome the opportunity for like-minded individuals to join our team.

Working At Queen’s

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

Grounds and Gardens Assistant

40 hrs per week

£26,208  per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Queen’s College as a Grounds and Gardens Assistant working within the Grounds and Gardens team to maintain the entire school site. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with the Grounds and Gardens Foreman with the efficient and effective preparation of gardens and sports facilities  across the whole site.

Queen’s College, Taunton has a reputation for the quality of its grounds and sports pitches and the successful candidate will play an integral part in working with the existing team to ensure that this continues. The facilities include seven rugby pitches, six cricket pitches and five multi usage games surfaces.  

You will also assist with the preparation and presentation of all garden areas within the school campus to help ensure that the site is immaculately presented at all times.  

A professional, courteous, friendly and methodical approach is required as the role involves contact with staff, students, parents and visiting sports teams to the school.

For further information please contact Emily Turner, HR Manager ext@queenscollege.org.uk 

Please have a look at the benefits of working at Queen’s. 

Completed application forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk 

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form.

We do not accept CVs.  No agencies please.

Deadline for applications: 12pm Tuesday 1st July 2025

Interview date: TBC

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS.  We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Grounds and Gardens Assistant

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 1 to 18 years and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

Porter/Caretaker
Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary £12.60 an hour

Generous benefits package which includes free parking and a hot lunch during term-time.We are looking to replace a Porter/Caretaker who is retiring after 23 happy years at Queen’s. This is a year-round, full time post including some weekend and evening work on a shift arrangement.

If you are a ‘people person’ then this could be the job for you!

This role engages and supports staff across all areas of the College site to help deliver the best activities and events for students and the wider Queen’s community alike. A willingness to be helpful and go the extra mile to get things done is a must!

Queen’s College is a friendly, family-orientated environment to work in with amazing facilities and staff who all contribute to the development of our young people.

Benefits of working at Queen’s College

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.

We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.

For further details about the role please contact: Emily Turner, HR Manager ext@queenscollege.org.uk

Deadline for applications: Tuesday 12pm 1st July 2025

Interview date: TBC

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and with the DBS. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Porter

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 1 to 18 years and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

Minibus Driver

Part Time, term time only.

Permanent contract

Split shifts – 3.5 hours per day; 7.00am – 8.45am and 5.00pm – 6.45pm

£13.00 per hour

Generous benefits package

Are you a reliable, safety-conscious driver with a passion for working with children and young people? We are seeking a courteous and professional Minibus Driver to join our friendly and supportive team.

In this vital role, you will be responsible for safely transporting pupils aged 4 to 18 on our home-to-school minibus service, driving a 17-seater vehicle. 

The driver is expected to carry out daily vehicle checks, maintain the condition of the minibus, and promptly report any damage or maintenance issues. As a representative of the school, the driver should always conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner, promoting a positive image at all times.

What You’ll Need

• Full, valid UK driving licence with D1 entitlement
• At least 2 years’ driving experience (minibus experience desirable)
• Experience working with children or young people

Please have a look at the benefits of working at Queen’s linked below:

Benefits of working at Queen’s College

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.

We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.

For further details about the role please contact: Emily Turner, HR Manager ext@queenscollege.org.uk

Deadline for applications: Friday 4th July 2025

We reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Interview date: TBC

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS.  We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  

Minibus Driver

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

Cleaners

Term time and all year round, part-time (morning and evening) positions available

What we offer:

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

The opportunity to be part of the wider school community

Use of our sports facilities and other great benefits

We are looking to appoint friendly, self-motivated and reliable cleaners to join our friendly Housekeeping team.  The successful candidates will be required to perform cleaning tasks and duties as directed by the Domestic Manager to provide a clean and safe School for our staff, students and visitors.

Cleaners will be responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleanliness is maintained throughout the School using correct materials and equipment. 

For further details about the role, please contact Emily Turner, HR Manager at ext@queenscollege.org.uk

Please have a look at further benefits of working at Queen’s linked below:

Benefits of working at Queen’s College

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.

We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS.  We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

JD Domestic Staff

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Are you looking for a rewarding challenge?

Queen’s College, Taunton is looking to recruit new Governors  interested in using their skills and expertise in a rewarding, voluntary role, helping to support the leadership team and shape the future of the College.

Queen’s College is a forward thinking day and boarding school providing a high quality education to children from the age of 3 until 18. Our motto “We educate not for school, but for life” underpins our approach and we aim to provide an education which creates caring, ambitious and well educated individuals. 

Our Governors are a key part of the strategic and effective leadership needed for a high performing school, working closely with the Head and College Leadership Team. Acting as “critical friends” Governors provide challenge and support in equal measure.  All our Governors have integrity, understand our ethos and have a desire to add value, asking questions alongside offering the benefit of their professional experience.

We welcome interest from anyone who feels they have the right skills or experience to contribute to the work of the Board. 

We actively encourage applications from all members of society. Full training and support will be provided.

If you are interested in discussing the role further or would like an application pack please contact our Clerk, Sarah Hickey:

seh@queenscollege.org.uk

01823 340801

Or Vice Chair, Mrs Janet Walden, janet.walden@queenscollege.org.uk

Queen’s College Governor JD