Our Vacancies

IT Technician

Required: As soon as possible

Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum according to experience

Line Manager: Bursar

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a driven and proactive IT Technician to deliver a first-class IT support service to staff, students and other stakeholders. You will support the provision of safe, secure and reliable IT infrastructure and ensure the network, systems and School devices are working at optimum levels to enable efficiency of teaching and learning.

This exciting role will give the successful candidate ample opportunity to apply their expertise and skills in an educational setting, and to shape the IT provision within the School ensuring both pupils and staff can fully benefit from the opportunities that technology can bring to the classroom.

The School

The King’s School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and being Highly Commended again in 2022. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King’s was proud to be declared ‘excellent in all areas’.

Main Duties

• Ensure equipment throughout the School is maintained in good working order and resolve any day-to-day problems as they arise;
• Manage the performance and maintenance of the School administration systems (e.g. iSAMS, MySchoolPortal) and other systems/platforms to ensure they meet the requirements of users and that their data is adequately managed;
• Monitor the use of IT throughout the School, ensuring access to the network and applications is suitably controlled and that cyber security provision is robust;
• Manage the maintenance of other IT operated through the network, e.g. telephone system, CCTV, website etc.;
• Ensure the use of IT and the network is appropriate and in accordance with the School’s Acceptable User Policy, ensuring suitable reports are made available to senior colleagues with responsibility for safeguarding;
• Provide technical support for staff and pupils as necessary;
• Provide staff with IT training when required;
• Help deliver and manage projects through the research, analysis and planning phase to the implementation and review of the project;
• Liaise with suppliers regarding existing contracts and look to facilitate future developments;
• Manage the inventory of software and hardware resources;
• Manage stock of consumables and distribute as necessary;
• Perform and check backups;
• Deal with arrangements for booking of IT resources and AV equipment for school events and functions and provide on-site support as required;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Bursar or Headmaster.

Personal Profile

• Excellent proficiency in IT, including hardware configuration and diagnostics, network management, system implementation and control, system security and risk management;
• A desire to work in an educational environment;
• Enthusiasm, drive and a proactive attitude to cope with the many demands placed on this busy department;
• Outstanding customer care and the ability to work across the entire scope of the School;
• Excellent communication skills, able to work well within a small team and establish good working relationships with both staff and pupils;
• The ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload effectively and manage colleague frustrations with tact and understanding;
• Be capable of showing initiative, including the ability to think ahead and work flexibly;
• A willingness to learn and develop as technology and best practice evolves;
• Prior experience of working in a school would be advantageous but training in school systems will be provided;
• Good to excellent knowledge of Microsoft desktop and server operating systems, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure/Entra ID/Office 365 platform, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft OneDrive, Azure AD Sync;
• An IT-relevant qualification is desirable.

Hours of Work

The IT Technician shall work from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break. This may vary on occasion to allow support for events at non-core times, and there may be other occasions when you are required to work, including evenings and weekends. Remuneration will be given for any additional hours worked.

Holidays

Holiday entitlement will be 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days per annum after 5 years of service.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fee remission for children at King’s;
• Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.

Click here for a copy of the Job Description

Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by sending a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to [email protected].  A CV is not required.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to [email protected].

The King’s 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: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.   In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.

Junior School Reception Administrator (Part-Time)

Required: As soon as possible

Salary: £12,225 per annum

Line Manager: PA to the Head of Junior School

Hours: 20.5 hours (2.5 days) per week, job share

Closing date: Tuesday 4^th June, 12:00 noon

Interview date: Monday 10^th June

The Role

We are seeking to appoint an exceptionally organised and adaptable individual to work collaboratively with a job share counterpart, for just over two and a half days per week on the Junior School Reception. This is an extremely busy role and the successful candidate will play an instrumental part in the efficient day-to-day operations of The King’s Junior School.

As the first point of contact for many visitors to the School, this role carries an essential marketing aspect and high-quality customer care is essential when dealing with the needs and requests of pupils, staff, parents and visitors. The ideal candidate will be capable of working under their own initiative whilst also being part of the wider administrative team providing support to the whole School.

The School

The King’s School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021 and being Highly Commended again in 2022. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King’s was proud to be declared ‘excellent in all areas’.

Main Purpose

• Meet and greet all visitors to Junior School Reception, ensuring compliance with safeguarding regulations and representing the school as the first point of contact;
• Complete relevant administrative tasks to support the work of Junior School staff and ensure the School operates efficiently;
• Manage all incoming calls to Junior School Reception and distribute messages in a timely manner;
• Assist with registration and signing-out of the pupils.

Key Duties

• Collate and distribute the weekly digital newsletter in conjunction with the Head of Junior School;
• Place stationery and equipment orders for Junior School and Little King’s;
• Care for sick children, administer or seek first aid in the case of minor injury, as required;
• Maintain the Junior School’s fire registers;
• Organise sales, distribution and design of tickets and programmes for Junior School events;
• Assist staff and external club providers with the end-of-day signing-out process;
• Distribute incoming post and lost property for the Junior School;
• Stay calm and take immediate action in the event of an emergency (e.g. fire drill);
• Deal with enquiries from parents, staff and pupils in a professional manner;
• Handle complaints efficiently and non-judgementally according to the School's policy and procedures;
• Provide administrative support to Junior School staff;
• Provide support to the Head of Junior School’s PA as necessary;
• Attend staff training and meetings as necessary;
• Provide cover for the wider administrative team when required;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Headmaster or Head of Junior School.

Personal Profile

The successful candidate should:

• Have previous experience in a school or similar environment;
• Have a desire to work with children and young people;
• Be diplomatic, friendly and approachable, able to build appropriate relationships with pupils, parents and staff;
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of Office 365, particularly Word, Excel, SharePoint and Forms;
• Be IT-literate and able to pick up the various School IT systems quickly;
• Have good communication skills and an excellent telephone manner;
• Be resourceful and able to work under pressure;
• Be a calm and reassuring presence in case of an emergency;
• Exemplify integrity, confidentiality and professionalism at all times;
• Be prepared to take complete responsibility for the busy and challenging environment of the Junior School Reception.

Hours of Work

The post is for 2.5 days per week, term-time only plus two weeks during the School holidays and INSET days, with hours worked as follows:

• Wednesdays 11:00 – 16:30
• Thursdays & Fridays 08:00 – 16:30, with a one-hour break

There will be occasions such as School events, Open Days, festivals and performances when additional hours may be required. Provision of occasional cover may also be required during term time. Remuneration will be given for any extra hours worked.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fees remission for children at King’s;
• Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
• Access to a doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.

Click here for a copy of the Job Description

Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by submitting a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to [email protected]. A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 4^th June at 12:00 noon, with interviews taking place on Monday 10^th June. However, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date if appropriate.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to [email protected].

The King’s 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: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.

French Language Assistant (Part-Time)

Required: September 2024

Line Manager: Head of MFL

Hours: 8 per week

Hourly rate: £18.50

Closing date: Wednesday 5^th June, 12:00 noon

Interview date: Thursday 13^th June

The Role

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and passionate native level French Language Assistant to join the MFL Department of The King’s School, Gloucester. The successful candidate will be an ambassador for the French language, and will demonstrate the ability to communicate and instil a lifelong love of their language in the next generation.

The role of the Language Assistant is to support MFL teaching staff in whole-class situations, and to lead independent activities (e.g. speaking practice) with individuals and small groups. You will play a vital role in developing students’ skills in general conversation, pronunciation, fluency and idiom.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the MFL Department in one of the country’s leading HMC Independent Schools, and to the wider life of the School through clubs and activities, ensuring a thoroughly enjoyable and enriching experience for students of French at King’s.

The School

The King’s School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and being Highly Commended again in 2022. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King’s was proud to be declared ‘excellent in all areas’.

The Department

In today’s world, we believe all pupils should have the opportunity to study a Modern Foreign Language, and we are fortunate to be able to provide this opportunity in an inspirational setting overlooking the magnificent Gloucester Cathedral.

The Modern Foreign Languages Department at King’s aims to make students proficient in the use of two languages: French and Spanish. This involves not only linguistic competence, but also an understanding of different cultures; as such, we actively encourage participation in events, competitions, clubs and overseas trips. Our schemes of work look to teach beyond the confines of the specifications, and inspirational teaching brings languages to life.

In their first year, all pupils learn both French and Spanish. As they progress through the curriculum, they may choose to carry on one or both languages to GCSE and beyond. By the end of the course, our objective is for all students to communicate effectively in the target language and appreciate the countries and cultures in which it is spoken. Visits abroad provide a practical opportunity to use their language skills; every year, Second Form (Year 8) pupils attend an activity and language course in Normandy; every other year, Third Form (Year 9) through to Upper Sixth (Year 13) pupils can join us on a trip to Spain and/or France.

Main Duties

• Under the direction of MFL teaching staff, to take responsibility for weekly speaking lessons with individual students and/or small groups, amounting to 8 hours per week;
• Collaborating with teachers in the classroom to support individual students;
• Liaising with the Head of MFL to develop appropriate resources for all students/groups taught, including provision of current topic-related materials that will stimulate discussion;
• Devising appropriate strategies to support students with particular SEN, and to stretch the most able students;
• Ensuring lessons follow examination-relevant topics, practising specific examination skills and conducting mock examinations with individual students;
• Communicating effectively with the Head of MFL to ensure the smooth running of speaking sessions;
• Assessing and recording students’ progress in accordance with departmental policies;
• Promoting the importance of French and MFL in a modern world;
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Headmaster or Head of MFL.

Personal Profile

• Native and highly literate speaker of French with a good command of English and an active interest in French current affairs;
• A desire to work with and ability to understand children and young adults;
• Enthusiasm and passion for the French language, the School and the pupils;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish professional relationships with all staff and students;
• A willingness to both offer and take on new ideas;
• Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload and remain professional at all times;
• Ability to deliver high standards, accuracy and attention to detail, meeting all deadlines;
• A flexible approach to working with students and staff;
• A desire to be involved in the wider life of the School.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fee remission for children at King’s;
• Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work / Car Scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.

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Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by submitting a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to [email protected].  A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 5^th June at 12:00 noon, with interviews taking place on Thursday 13^th June. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing and interview dates, if appropriate.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to [email protected].

The King’s 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: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.   In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.

Minibus Driver

Required: September 2024

Salary: £11,374 per annum

Line Manager: Facilities Manager

Closing date: 23^rd May 2024, 12:00 noon

The Role

The King’s School, Gloucester, is seeking a Minibus Driver to support with our new bus routes from September 2024. The Minibus Driver plays a vital role in creating a safe and secure environment for the children during their commute. They must maintain order and encourage good behaviour within the vehicle, enforcing safety rules and protocols to minimise the risk of accidents or incidents. There may be potential to join the team as a Relief Driver instead, subject to candidate circumstances.

The School

The King’s School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and being Highly Commended again in 2022. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King’s was proud to be declared excellent in all areas.

Main Duties

• Pick up pupils on the morning run as detailed on the schedule provided, only leaving a stop once all registered pupils are on board or no earlier than the scheduled departure time;
• Drop off pupils in a safe place on the home run as detailed on the schedule provided;
• Ensure the safety of pupils/passengers at all times;
• Undertake the required daily checks and evidence their completion;
• Ensure the vehicle is left in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the day;
• Report any issues or concerns regarding the vehicle immediately to the Facilities Manager, only driving the vehicle if deemed to be in roadworthy condition;
• Undergo mandatory Health & Safety and First Aid training as directed;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Facilities Manager or Bursar.

Personal Profile

• Full, clean UK Driving Licence (D1);
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance;
• Prior training, and a willingness to undergo training, in Health & Safety and First Aid as directed;
• Friendly and approachable, able to build relationships with both pupils and staff;
• Reliable and punctual, able to work flexibly according to the needs of the School.

Hours of Work

The Minibus Driver will work from 06:30 to 08:30 and from 16:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, term-time only.

Holidays

Holiday entitlement will be 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days per annum plus Bank holidays after 5 years’ service. Payment in lieu of this entitlement is included in the salary.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS, and associated Life Assurance;
• Generous fee remission for children at King’s;
• Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.

Click here for a copy of the Job Description

Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by sending a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to [email protected].  A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is 23^rd May 2024 at 12:00 noon, however, early applications are encourage and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date, if appropriate.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to [email protected].

The King’s 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: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.   In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.