Employment Opportunities
King Edward VI School is a welcoming, friendly and professional learning environment.
We currently employ over 300 members of staff across King Edward's and King Edward's Preparatory. We combine traditional values with forward-looking policies and technological innovation. Working here feels part of a family.
As well as excellent job opportunities, both teaching and non-teaching staff are encouraged to get involved with the wide range of co-curricular activities provided for our bright, focused pupils.
Please consult the details for any roles you may be interested in applying for and submit the required documentation. We look forward to hearing from you.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Assistant Duke of Edinburgh Manager
Assistant Duke of Edinburgh Manager, Part-Time
Average of 24 hours per week worked flexibly throughout the year. Hours will be greater from March – October. You will be required to be trip lead and organiser on practice and expeditions
Salary £18,162 - £20,108 per annum (£28,000 - £31,000 FTE)
+ competitive benefits package
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Assistant Duke of Edinburgh Manager to work alongside our Duke of Edinburgh Manager at King Edward VI School. The Duke of Edinburgh programme is hugely valued at the school, and plays a big part in the co-curricular programme. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic person with a love of outdoor education and a belief in what these experiences can offer an individual. There are high levels of participation at Bronze and Silver levels at the School with some pupils also achieving the Gold award. We are ideally looking for a September start.
Due to the nature of this role flexibility is required. The role will involve working at weekends and during school holidays. Previous experience in a similar role with knowledge of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, assessment and management system would be desirable. A mountain leader qualification, up to date first aid qualification and a clean driving licence with category D1 entitlement (drivers who passed their car test before 1st January 1997), or a current PSV licence would be an advantage but training can be provided.
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, contributory pension scheme, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
A full job description and application form are available below. If you have any questions regarding the role please contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or on 02380 704561.
Closing Date for applications: 9am Friday 9 May 2025
Interviews to be held: week commencing 19 May 2025
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
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Library Manager
Library Manager
37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 36 weeks per annum plus 4 weeks to be worked in the school holidays (some flexibility can be offered with start and finish times)
Salary £26,472 - £30,001 pro-rata salary (£30,000 – £34,000 FTE) (Depending on qualifications and experience)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Library Manager to join us in our busy library at King Edward VI School. You will be responsible for leading and developing the school library provision in order to provide a high quality, professional library service to all pupils and staff. The library is a modern and bright space at the heart of the school; a busy, vibrant facility that is well used by the school community, supporting both teaching and learning activities.
This is an integral role supported by two part-time Library Assistants. Duties include running the KS3 timetabled reading sessions and research projects, organising our World Book Week celebrations and other Library events, arranging author visits, recruiting library leaders from our pupil body, managing and developing the Library Management System (Heritage Cirqa), organising, classifying and cataloguing all library materials in line with professional standards, and fully engaging with Heads of Department and pupils to ensure academic resources remain relevant and effectively support teaching and learning across the school. An ability to empathise and relate positively to young people and a genuine interest in supporting them to succeed as well as read for pleasure is essential.
You will be a qualified librarian with at least 3 years’ experience (preferably in the education sector). We are looking for an organised individual with excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have excellent customer service skills and be patient and calm under pressure.
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days’ with service, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
A full job description and application form are available below. If you have any questions regarding the role please contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or on 02380 704561.
Closing Date for applications: 9am Wednesday 1 May 2025
Interviews to be held: w/c 5 May 2025
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
SEN Teacher / SEND HLTA
SEN Teacher / SEND HLTA
Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
37.5 hours per week, term time, 8.30am–4.00pm, (part time hours considered.)
Open to Teachers (MPS/UPS) and
Teaching Assistants (£28,289 - £30,000 FTE per annum {£22,217 – £23,560.33 pro-rata per annum} + competitive benefits package
Required for September 2025
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. The School boasts outstanding facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre, modern library, new Sixth Form Centre, a 300 seat theatre and outstanding sports facilities. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher or SEND HLTA to join our Curriculum Support Team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be experienced in providing SEN provision and have a positive attitude and ability to inspire young people to reach their full potential. You will work closely with the Head of Curriculum Support and the wider Curriculum Support team to ensure the department runs efficiently. You will be expected to plan and teach lessons, working with small groups and individual pupils and to prepare teaching materials, take registers and write reports. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for helping pupils develop their confidence and independence and encouraging them to learn. Experience in an SEN role within a secondary school environment and proficiency with assessment tools is required.
For teaching colleagues a willingness to contribute to the School’s wide range of co-curricular activities is expected. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.
King Edward’s has its own generous salary scale as well as contributing a highly competitive 22.5% employer contribution to the APTIS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme for teachers, a competitive pension scheme for support staff and a reduction in school fees for all staff. The school boasts a range of quality professional development opportunities and offers flexibility to work off site when appropriate.
Further details and an application form is available below or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: Tuesday 6 May 2025 - 9am
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing 12 May 2025
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Teacher of Design Technology
Teacher of Design Technology
Full-Time, Permanent
Required for September 2025 or January 2026
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. The School boasts outstanding facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre, modern library, new Sixth Form Centre, a 300 seat theatre and outstanding sports facilities. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We are seeking a well-qualified and dynamic Teacher of Design & Technology to join a thriving and successful Department. The subject is both popular at GCSE, which includes core materials content as well as a focus in a specific area, namely; Resistant Materials, Graphics, and Textiles, as well as at A level where a Product Design course is followed. Experience in Resistant Materials is particularly preferable. The Department is housed in purpose-built accommodation and enjoys a high level of resourcing.
The post would be equally suitable for someone seeking a first appointment or an experienced teacher. A willingness to contribute to the School’s wide range of co-curricular activities is expected. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.
King Edward’s has its own generous salary scale as well as contributing a highly competitive 22.5% employer contribution to the APTIS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and a reduction in school fees. The school boasts a range of quality professional development opportunities and offers flexibility to work off site when appropriate.
Further details and an application form are available below or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Tuesday 6 May.
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing Monday 12 May.
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Assistant Network Manager
Assistant Network Manager
Full-time 37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary up to £38,000 pa
King Edward’s is one of Hampshire’s leading independent day schools with a mission to operate a forward-thinking, modern IT infrastructure to support over 1500 staff and pupils at our excellent School. The Assistant Network Manager will work closely with the Head of IT to effectively manage the IT Systems at King Edward VI School, Southampton and King Edward VI Preparatory School, Romsey, to include networking, cybersecurity and cloud services. You will be a member of the IT Support Team and provide efficient and effective technical support in a manner consistent with the School’s aims and ethos to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency across our 3 sites. The Assistant Network Manager will take operational responsibility for the development of the School’s network systems and infrastructure, under the direction of the Assistant Head (Digital Strategy) and Head of IT.
The successful candidate will be a highly skilled IT professional who is up to date with current and emerging trends and best practices with an excellent knowledge of wired and wireless networks, VLANs, VPNs and network security. You will have a deep understanding of Microsoft server and desktop environments, including Active Directory, DNS and DHCP. The selected candidate will be a strong communicator with excellent customer service skills and skilled in a technical IT support role, with experience in managing and supporting network infrastructure (access points, switches, firewalls) and familiar with network monitoring tools and diagnostic software.
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days with service, continuous professional development, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
The successful applicant should be a car driver as the role will involve travel between sites.
Further details and application forms are available below or contact HR by e-mail at: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Thursday 24 April 2025
Interviews: To be held w/c 28 April 2025
The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers
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Network Engineer
Network Engineer
Full-time 37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary up to £32,000 pa
King Edward’s is one of Hampshire’s leading independent day schools with a mission to operate a forward-thinking, modern IT infrastructure to support over 1500 staff and pupils at our excellent School. We are currently seeking a Network Engineer who will support the Head of IT to effectively manage the IT Systems at King Edward VI School, Southampton and King Edward VI Preparatory School, Romsey. As a key member of the IT Support Team, the Network Engineer will provide efficient and effective technical support in a manner consistent with the School’s aims and ethos.
The ideal candidate will be looking to grow their networking, cybersecurity and cloud service expertise. You will be passionate about expanding your problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and proactive in anticipating issues or situations that may impact service delivery. As a Network Engineer, with guidance from the Head of IT, you will install and configure network hardware ensuring that it meets the school’s needs in terms of speed, reliability and security and provide IT support for teachers and pupils where needed. You will have a solid understanding of networking principles and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs) as well as a familiarity with networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, access points).
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days with service, continuous professional development, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
The successful applicant should be a car driver as the role will involve travel between sites.
Further details and application forms are available below or contact HR by e-mail at: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Thursday 24 April 2025
Interviews: To be held w/c 28 April 2025
The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers
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Teacher of PE
Teacher of PE
Full-Time, Permanent
Required for September 2025
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. The School boasts outstanding facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre, modern library, new Sixth Form Centre, a 300 seat theatre and outstanding sports facilities. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We are seeking a well-qualified and dynamic Teacher of PE to join our thriving Sports Department on a full-time basis. You would be joining a large department delivering a sports programme that is regularly gaining recognition at regional and in some cases national level.
The department promotes a range of sporting activity through its Physical Education and Games curriculum encouraging students to work to achieve their potential. The ability to teach across the full sporting range is essential and expertise in rugby would be an advantage. Examination PE is a popular subject at both A Level and GCSE and the ability to teach the subject towards GCSE examination is desirable. There could also be the opportunity to deliver at A level for the right candidate.
Teaching takes place within our excellent on-site facilities, including a sports complex with a good-sized sports hall, an all-weather surface, netball courts, rugby pitches, a cricket field with 4 outdoor nets and a newly installed fitness suite. In addition, the school owns an off-site facility of a very high quality. This has over 30 acres of playing fields with a water based astro turf, 4 netball courts, 6 rugby fields and can host up to 8 cricket matches at any one time.
King Edward’s runs an extensive Saturday fixture programme, and this is an important part of the overall sports programme. All newly appointed PE staff are expected to play a full part in this taking a Saturday team in each of the three terms. Our teams are very successful on a regional level and have also gained recognition in the latter stages of national competitions too.
The post would be equally suitable for someone seeking a first appointment or an experienced teacher. A willingness to contribute to the School’s wide range of co-curricular activities is expected. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.
King Edward’s has its own generous salary scale as well as contributing a highly competitive 22.5% employer contribution to the APTIS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and a reduction in school fees. The school boasts a range of quality professional development opportunities and offers flexibility to work off site when appropriate.
Further details and an application form are available below or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Thursday 24 April
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing 28 April
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Head of Rugby
Head of Rugby
Full-Time, Permanent
Required for September 2025
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. The School boasts outstanding facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre, modern library, new Sixth Form Centre, a 300 seat theatre and outstanding sports facilities. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We are seeking a dedicated and well-qualified Head of Rugby to join the Sports Department. As part of a varied job description you will, amongst other tasks, provide dynamic leadership of all aspects of the school’s rugby programme, deliver high quality coaching, support and advise all rugby team coaches, ensure an appropriately competitive fixture list is in place, complete all required administrative tasks in a timely manner, develop touring opportunities for rugby, and continue to develop the support for the provision of rugby in the preparatory school. This role is a teaching position, and you would have a full teaching timetable with responsibility remission for the role.
You should have considerable rugby coaching or playing experience and would either have or be prepared to work towards relevant rugby coaching qualifications. A degree in a sport related subject is preferred but not essential. You will be required to drive a school minibus. If you do not hold a PCV licence the School will pay for the necessary training for you to get the appropriate minibus driving qualification.
The role presents an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the sports programme of a school where sport plays a central role within the life of our students. They are fortunate to benefit from excellent facilities, which include outstanding fields at Wellington Sports Ground and a recently developed fitness suite.
King Edward’s runs an extensive Saturday fixture programme, and this is an important part of the overall sports programme. All newly appointed PE staff are expected to play a full part in this taking a Saturday team in each of the three terms. Our teams are very successful on a regional level and have also gained recognition in the latter stages of national competitions too.
The post would be equally suitable for someone seeking a first appointment or an experienced teacher. A willingness to contribute to the School’s wide range of co-curricular activities is expected. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.
King Edward’s has its own generous salary scale as well as contributing a highly competitive 22.5% employer contribution to the APTIS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and a reduction in school fees. The school boasts a range of quality professional development opportunities and offers flexibility to work off site when appropriate.
Further details and and an application form are available below or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Thursday 24 April
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing 28 April
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Minibus Driver
Minibus Driver
06.30 – 08.30, 16:00 – 18:00, and 17:30 – 19:30 Term Time Only
£13.23 per hour plus benefits
Required for September 2025
We are looking to appoint minibus drivers to join our team. The role is Monday to Friday, term time only. The available shifts are 06:30 – 08:30, 16:00 – 18:00 and 17:30 – 19:30 we welcome applicants who would like to be considered for one or two shifts. You would be responsible for driving one of our 16-seater minibuses to drive students to and from school.
You must hold a clean driving licence with category D1 entitlement (drivers who passed their car test before 1st January 1997), or a current PSV licence. The successful candidates will be required to complete Midas training within 6 months of appointment. Previous experience of working with young people would be an advantage.
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
To apply, please send a CV in the first instance to hr@kes.hants.sch.uk If you are invited for an interview, you will be asked to complete a school application form.
Closing Date: Applications will be considered as they are received.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Bank Nurse
Bank School Nurse
£20.08 per hour
King Edward VI, is a thriving co-educational 11-18 day school and we are looking to recruit a qualified bank nurse to provide medical care at the school. You must be an excellent communicator, effective at building relationships and have a warm, approachable, and calm manner.
As a member of our small team of bank nurses you would provide cover for our current nursing team as and when required.
You will provide to our school community a clinically effective, high-quality service of nursing care, including First Aid, welfare and health information. Two years minimum qualified experience is essential; experience of working with children and families in a community setting and experience of A&E/minor injuries is desirable.
To apply, please send a CV in the first instance to hr@kes.hants.sch.uk If you are invited for an interview you will be asked to complete a school application form.
To receive the application form please see below or contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or on 02380 704561.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
