Our Current Vacancies
Any completed job applications should be sent to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.
All job applicants and volunteers will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS.
Benefits of Working at Queen's
Benefits of Working at Queen's
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.
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Resident Art Graduate
Resident Art Graduate
Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 600 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Resident Art Graduate
Full time, term time only
An exciting opportunity has been created for an Art Graduate to work alongside and support the Art staff in the delivery of all elements of the Art provision at Queen’s College, both in Senior and Prep. This role is also residential and will involve carrying out boarding duties including co-curricular activities within the Art department.
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: 9th May 2024
Interview date: TBC
We are actively seeking passionate individuals who share our values and are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the education sector.
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.
Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Part Time – Term Time or All Year Round
Generous benefits package
Start date – Summer 2024 (immediate for the right candidate)
A unique opportunity to join our outstanding EYFS team!
We are looking for a qualified (Level 3 Early Years) Nursery Practitioner to join our Queen’s Mini’s team, providing care and education for children within their pre-school year.
This rewarding role provides opportunities for staff to extend their skills and knowledge through various opportunities to train in a variety of different areas.
If you have passion for delivering the very best childcare provision and have the relevant qualifications and experience we would welcome your application. Come and join us!
We offer the highest standard of care and education by enthusiastic, qualified and experienced staff. We pride ourselves in providing an exceptional nurturing experience in a beautiful, warm and friendly environment.
A full job description and application form can be found at https://www.queenscollege.org.uk/vacancies
For enquiries or a tour of the Nursery, email Mrs Donna Kershaw, Assistant Head Pre-Prep dmk@queenscollege.org.uk
Bank Staff opportunities are also available, please contact us if this may be of interest.
All applicants must email their completed application form to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.
Deadline for applications: 7th May 2024
Interview date: 10th May 2024
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.
Please note that we reserve the right to contact suitable applicants prior to the application deadline.
Job Description Nursery Practitioner
Specialist Learning Mentor
Specialist Learning Mentor
Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 600 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Specialist Learning Mentor
Full time, term time only
Salary dependent on experience
Generous benefits package
Queen’s College is seeking a hard working and dedicated Specialist Learning Mentor (Cognition and Learning) , passionate about supporting children with SEN, to become an integral part of the Learning Support team.
This rewarding role will see you play an important part in shaping the inclusive educational journey of the children and young people at Queen’s, creating a warm and stimulating environment where they can flourish.
Working as part of a specialist team, the successful candidate will provide personalised support for individuals and small groups of learners with SEN across the college. With support from the SENCo they will develop and deliver high quality learning opportunities that empower independence and develop sustainable skills.
Experience in providing maths/numeracy interventions would be an advantage.
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 Esme Townsend elt@queenscollege.org.uk
Deadline for applications: 3rd May 2024
Interview date: Week commencing 13th May
We are actively seeking passionate individuals who share our values and are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the education sector.
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.
Food and Nutrition Technician
Food and Nutrition Technician
Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating day and boarding boys and girls aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Food and Nutrition Technician
Temporary, term time only
We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated, friendly, enthusiastic, organised, efficient and reliable Food Technician to work alongside our Food and Nutrition Team. The post-holder will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of Food and Nutrition lessons through practical, administrative and classroom support.
For enquiries email: Emily Turner, HR Manager ext@queenscollege.org.uk
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.
Closing date: 10th May 2024
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.
Temporary Food And Nutrition Technician JD
Resident Boarding Assistant
Resident Boarding Assistant
Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 600 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Resident Boarding Assistant
Full-time
Term Time Only (including weekends)
Fixed Term until July 2024
We are looking to recruit a Resident Boarding Assistant for one of our Senior boarding houses. The role is responsible for supporting the Boarding Houseparent in all matters relating to the pastoral welfare of the pupils in their care. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of residential community life in a caring environment. They will also have excellent interpersonal skills and be organised and flexible. This is a non-teaching role, but the successful candidate will be required to get involved in a pupil-facing role during the school day.
This opportunity provides real insight into working in an Independent School, with the aim of developing skills and experience to potentially pursue this as a chosen career.
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 Carla Shearman at cxs@queenscollege.org.uk
Deadline for applications: 29th April 2024, we reserve the right to interview applicants 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.
Resident Boarding Assistant JD
Multi-Skilled Tradesperson
Multi-Skilled Tradesperson
Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 600 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged n12 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Multi-Skilled Tradesperson
Permanent – 37.5 hours per week
Salary £21,255 – £24,401
We are looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Multi-Skilled Tradesperson to assist in the smooth operation and development of the College by dealing with day-to-day maintenance tasks and various project works and to provide repair and maintenance support to colleagues. Working within the Estates and Maintenance team, the successful candidate will need experience of a variety of different trades.
We are looking for a self-motivated, reliable, honest and versatile person with the ability to problem solve. They will be capable of working under pressure and with conflicting priorities and timescales.
A professional, courteous, friendly and methodical approach is required as the role involves contact with parents, suppliers, staff, students and other visitors.
All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.
All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form.
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.
Cleaners
Cleaners
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
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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.
About Queen’s College
Queen’s College has a long history – the oldest school in Taunton – of pastoral care, academic excellence, and a commitment to developing the whole person, as set out in the College’s motto: ‘not for school, but for life’. There is a strong and very evident sense of community. Indeed, Queen’s College is ‘the family school of choice in the South West’. Here is an exciting workplace, with care at its heart. The breadth of activity will ensure that challenge and opportunity aplenty is available for our pupils and our staff. As ever, the more you get involved, the more you get back. As a recent joiner myself, I know well the warmth of welcome that colleagues receive, as well as the support and guidance on offer to assist personal and professional development. I would welcome the opportunity to share more of life at Queen’s. Please do get in touch.
Mr Julian Noad – Head of College
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