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

Founded in 1843, Queen’s College has been a cornerstone of education in Taunton for over 180 years. Originally based in Taunton Castle and moving to our current site on Trull Road in 1846, we remain proud of our heritage as the town’s oldest school and one of the South West’s leading independent day and boarding schools.

Today, Queen’s is a vibrant, forward-thinking community that balances academic excellence with creativity, wellbeing and personal growth. We offer a bespoke, individualised education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, with the same guiding aim throughout – to help every pupil thrive.

Teacher of Maths and Science (KS2 and KS3 focus)
Full time or part time considered

Start date September 2026

Queen’s is seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher of Maths and/or Science to join our supportive and forward thinking team working across the Prep and Senior Schools. This is a flexible role with scope to grow, making it an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

The role will include:

• Teaching Maths and Science across KS2 and KS3
• Delivering engaging, well structured lessons that build confidence and curiosity
• Potentially 1:1 maths support lessons, tailored to individual pupil needs
  

For the right candidate, there is scope for additional responsibility, including:

• Prep School Science Lead
• Teaching GCSE Maths or a GCSE Science
  

Why work at Queen’s?

• A friendly, collaborative staff body who genuinely support one another
• Small class sizes and motivated pupils
• A school that values strong subject knowledge, creativity in the classroom and professional trust
• Opportunities to shape provision and take on leadership responsibilities
• Flexible working considered, including part time appointments
  

This post would suit an experienced teacher looking to broaden their role, or an ambitious practitioner keen to develop leadership experience in a nurturing school environment.

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

Benefits of working at Queen’s College

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

Deadline for applications: 24th February 2026

Interview date: w/c 2nd March 2026

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.  

Maths Science Teacher JD

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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

Generous benefits package

An exciting opportunity is available to join Queen’s College as a Grounds and Gardens Assistant within the Grounds and Gardens team. The role involves helping to maintain and enhance the entire school site, working closely with the Grounds and Gardens Foreman to ensure the efficient preparation and upkeep of gardens and sports facilities across the College.

Queen’s College is renowned for the high quality of its grounds and sports pitches, and the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the existing team to uphold these standards. Responsibilities include assisting with the maintenance, preparation and presentation of all garden areas to ensure the site is consistently well presented. The role will also involve contributing to the upkeep of the College’s extensive sports facilities, including seven rugby pitches, six cricket pitches and five multi-use games surfaces, all maintained to a high standard.

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 e-mailed 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 Friday 20th February 2026

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 JD

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Founded in 1843, Queen’s College has been a cornerstone of education in Taunton for over 180 years. Originally based in Taunton Castle and moving to our current site on Trull Road in 1846, we remain proud of our heritage as the town’s oldest school and one of the South West’s leading independent day and boarding schools.

Today, Queen’s is a vibrant, forward-thinking community that balances academic excellence with creativity, wellbeing and personal growth. We offer a bespoke, individualised education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, with the same guiding aim throughout – to help every pupil thrive.

Exams Officer

Part time, term time only + 6 days – average 20 hrs per week, hours dependent on demand 

Generous benefits package

Are you super‑organised, unflappable under pressure, and ready to take on a role that really makes a difference? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Exams Officer to keep our exams running like clockwork and help our students shine.

In this fast‑paced and rewarding role, you’ll be at the heart of our school—coordinating exam timetables, supporting staff and students, and ensuring everything runs smoothly and fairly. If you love details, enjoy working with people, and thrive on variety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What you’ll be doing:
Managing exam schedules and entries
Organising and supporting our invigilator team
Keeping everything compliant and stress‑free
Helping students feel confident and prepared

You don’t need previous exam‑office experience—just great organisation skills, confidence with IT, and a positive, proactive attitude. We’ll provide all the training you need to succeed.

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

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 Steve Green, Head of Senior School sjg@queenscollege.org.uk

Deadline for applications: 12pm Friday 13th February 2026

Interview date: w/c 23rd February 2026

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.  

Examinations Officer JD

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.

PERIPATETIC PIANO TEACHER AND ACCOMPANIST 

Hours of work to be confirmed

We are looking for an accomplished pianist to join our thriving Performing Arts Department as a Piano Teacher and Accompanist.

The role involves delivering one-to-one piano lessons, accompanying pupils for exams, recitals and concerts, and supporting the wider musical life of the school. There may also be opportunities to lead small ensembles.

About you:

• Skilled and experienced pianist, with proven teaching and accompanying ability.
• Able to inspire and motivate pupils of all ages and abilities.
• Flexible, professional, and collaborative.

For any further details please contact Ian Trafford, Director of Performing Arts ivt@queenscollege.org.uk 

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.

Deadline for applications: 12pm Friday 30th January 2026

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.

Piano Teacher and Accompanist Job Description

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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.

Lead Driver 

Part Time – Term Time + 4 weeks (38 weeks)

Split Shift: 5 hours per day – 6:00am – 9:00am and 5:00pm – 7:00pm. (Exact timings subject to refinement).

Competitive salary and benefits

We are recruiting a Lead Driver for a newly created role as the College brings its home-to-school transport service in‑house. This key position will support the effective, safe and compliant delivery of our transport operations. The Lead Driver will provide day‑to‑day leadership and oversight of the driving team, while also undertaking regular driving duties on one of our home‑to‑school routes.

As Lead Driver, you will lead the driving team, upholding strict safeguarding standards for our home-to-school services, fostering a professional and safety-conscious culture.

Beyond team management, you will oversee maintenance for our passenger-carrying vehicle fleet, ensuring vehicles remain roadworthy, clean, and ready for service. Your oversight will ensure that all transport operations meet legal requirements and our own high safety standards.

This role requires high operational readiness, and strong problem-solving skills will be essential for optimum transport service delivery.

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.

For further details about the role please contact Jay Lanchbury (jpl@queenscollege.org.uk)

Deadline for applications: 12pm Thursday 5th February 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

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.  

Job Description Lead Driver

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Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Join the marketing team at Queen’s College, a bold and creative school with a digital first approach. You will help shape how life at Queen’s is seen online, focusing on video, social media and digital content, while also gaining experience across the wider world of marketing. This apprenticeship is also about learning how to be a great asset in the workplace. You will be supported in how you communicate, how to take ownership of your own areas, and how to be a positive influence on everyone around you. 

Our team has a bold test and learn culture, which means you will be encouraged to try new ideas, experiment with different approaches, assess the results and learn from them, with no fear of failure. This hands-on role will help you build real skills, grow your confidence, and learn by doing in a supportive, energetic environment. We are looking for someone starting out on their journey who is curious, creative and ready to embrace the opportunity to learn and develop.

• Create digital first content, especially short form video and social media, capturing everyday moments and stories from around the College
• Film and edit videos for different platforms and learn what works for each platform
• Write captions and short copy that feel natural and engaging
• Share content strategically across Queen’s digital channels, thinking about the message, the timing and the audience
• Support email marketing, including drafting and scheduling campaigns
• Contribute to hero marketing campaigns, the biggest and most important campaigns of the year, with the chance to deliver real areas of work
• Gain experience with our super visual brand, experimenting with creative graphics and visual content that is different to anyone else
• Help manage the website, including updates and writing articles
• Understand how data is stored safely and used to inform decisions
• Review performance and audience insight to see what content connects
• Experiment with new ideas, formats and creative approaches
• Work closely within the marketing team and see what a modern marketing role looks like day to day

This apprenticeship gives exposure to all areas of marketing, with the freedom to focus on the areas that excite you most as well as those that support the needs of the College.

We know this is a long list, but it is here to show just how wide a range of opportunities there are. All training and support is provided, so you do not need to be an expert in any area yet. What matters most is your curiosity, creativity and excitement to learn.

Find Out More

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

Generous benefits package

An exciting opportunity is available to join Queen’s College as a Grounds and Gardens Assistant within the Grounds and Gardens team. The role involves helping to maintain and enhance the entire school site, working closely with the Grounds and Gardens Foreman to ensure the efficient preparation and upkeep of gardens and sports facilities across the College.

Queen’s College is renowned for the high quality of its grounds and sports pitches, and the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the existing team to uphold these standards. Responsibilities include assisting with the maintenance, preparation and presentation of all garden areas to ensure the site is consistently well presented. The role will also involve contributing to the upkeep of the College’s extensive sports facilities, including seven rugby pitches, six cricket pitches and five multi-use games surfaces, all maintained to a high standard.

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 e-mailed 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 Friday 30th January 2026

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 JD

Application Form (Word)

Job Application Form (Editable PDF)

Full-time or Part-time

All Year Round

Bank staff opportunities also available

At Queen’s childhood is cherished, individuality is celebrated and curiosity is encouraged every single day. We are seeking a warm, passionate Nursery Educator to join our vibrant team, working with children aged three to four, right at the very beginning of their Queen’s journey.

Our Nursery is a place full of energy, imagination and joy. Children explore, create and discover, from the classroom to the playground, from the art table to the garden. With your care, enthusiasm and guidance, they will grow in confidence, uncover their strengths and begin developing the values and skills that will stay with them for life.

You will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child feels known and valued. Just as we nurture our pupils, we invest in our staff too. This role offers exciting opportunities for professional development and career progression, within a forward-thinking, supportive community guided by our Methodist values of kindness, respect and service.

If you are enthusiastic, reflective and committed to giving young children the very best start, we would love to hear from you.

 For informal enquiries, please contact Emily Turner, HR Manager: ext@queenscollege.org.uk 

Queen’s 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 appropriate safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We proudly embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note: we reserve the right to contact suitable applicants prior to the closing date.

Application deadline: Monday 9th Feb 2026
Interview date: tbc

Job Description Nursery Educator

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