Employment Opportunities

Teacher of English

Part Time or Full Time, Permanent

Required for September 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 English to join our English Faculty on a part time or full time basis from September. All pupils take both English and English Literature at GCSE, whilst at A level both English Language and English Literature are offered. The ability to teach the full age range is essential. You will be part of a strong and successful department where examination results are consistently high.

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 can be found below, or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.school or Tel: 02380 704561.

Closing Date for Applications: 9am Wednesday 18 March

Interviews to be Held: Week commencing Monday 23 March

CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form. 

Information Pack

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.

KING EDWARD VI SCHOOL, SOUTHAMPTON

Minibus Driver

5.30pm – 7.30pm - Term Time Only

£13.69 per hour plus benefits

We are looking to appoint a minibus driver to join our team, Monday to Friday late shift 5.30pm – 7.30pm during term time only. 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.  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 contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or on 02380 704 561. 

Closing Date: Applications should be submitted to hr@kes.school and will be considered as  soon 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

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Library Manager

37.5 hours per week

Monday – Friday 08.00 – 16.00 (some flexibility can be offered with start and finish times)

36 weeks per annum plus 4 weeks to be worked in the school holidays

Pro-rata salary £26,472 - £30,884 (£30,000 – £35,000 FTE)

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.school or on 02380 704561.

Closing Date for applications: 12.00pm Thursday 19 March 2026

Interviews to be held Week commencing 23 March 2026

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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