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.

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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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

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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.

Exam Invigilators

Part Time

Casual during exam periods

We are seeking reliable, attentive, and professional individuals to join our team as Exam Invigilators. This is a vital role in supporting the smooth and secure running of examinations and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to perform at their best in a calm and well-organised environment.

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 Emily Turner ext@queenscollege.org.uk

Deadline for applications: 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. 

Exam Invigilator Job Description

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⏰ 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.

A full job description and application form can be found at

www.queenscollege.org.uk/vacancies.

 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 26th Jan
🗓️ Interview date: Week Beginning  26.1.26

Job Description Nursery Educator

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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.

Evening Porter/Caretaker (x2)

Part-time, Term Time Only 

Salary £12.60 an hour and a generous benefits package 

Queen’s College is seeking two reliable and proactive Evening Porter/Caretakers to join our friendly team. Working from 5.30pm to 10.30pm, you will play an important role in ensuring our College remains safe, welcoming, and well-prepared for the wide range of activities and events that take place each day.

The two successful candidates are needed to share the evening duties so to cover 7 days a week during term time from 5.30-10.30pm

In this varied and hands-on role, you will support staff across the College site, helping to create the best possible environment for our students and wider Queen’s community. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to go the extra mile are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Work independently, using initiative to manage and complete tasks efficiently
• Prioritise daily workloads to ensure all duties are completed on time
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in person and via email
• Conduct security checks during late shifts to ensure buildings and the perimeter are secure
• Lift, move, and set up furniture or equipment for events, room changes, and refurbishments
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks
• Distribute internal mail, parcels, and temporary signage
• Assist with the unloading of large deliveries
• Support colleagues with heavier cleaning duties, including floor scrubbing/polishing and moving furniture as needed
• Respond promptly to accidental spillages
  

Requirements

• A valid UK driving licence is essential
• A practical, adaptable approach with the ability to work confidently on your own
• Good communication skills and a high level of reliability
  

Queen’s College offers a welcoming, family-orientated working environment with excellent facilities and a strong sense of community. If you enjoy varied, practical work and take pride in helping things run smoothly behind the scenes, we would love to hear from you.

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 Emily Turner, HR Manager on 01823 340904.

Deadline for applications: 22nd January 2026.

Interviews 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.  

Evening Porter/Caretaker

Application Form (Word)

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