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 professional services 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
Teacher of Chemistry
Teacher of Chemistry
Full-Time or 0.8, Fixed-Term
Required for April 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 Chemistry to join our Science and Technology Faculty either full-time or part-time on a 0.8 timetable, for one year. The successful candidate will be expected to teach across all ages. All of our pupils take Chemistry at IGCSE and many go on to study the subject at A level. In addition, all pupils undertake a combined Science course in Years 7 and 8. The department is housed in excellent, well-equipped laboratories 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.school or Tel: 02380 704561. To submit your application, please email it to the HR department.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Monday 1 December 2025.
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing Monday 8 December 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.
Minibus Driver
Minibus Driver
16:00 – 18:00, Monday – Friday, Term Time Only
£13.69 per hour plus benefits
We are looking to appoint a minibus driver to join our team. The role is Monday to Friday, 16:00 – 18:00pm 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 submit your CV to HR at hr@kes.school.
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.
Teacher of Geography
Teacher of Geography
Full-Time, Permanent
Required for April 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 Geography to join our Humanities Faculty full-time. Geography is a popular and successful subject area at King Edward’s, enjoying both large numbers at iGCSE and A-level and excellent examination results. It is expected that the successful candidate will teach across the full range of ages and topics.
In addition to learning within the classroom, co-curricular activities and fieldwork play a central role within the department. Both day and residential field trips offer students hands on learning experiences and it is hoped that the successful candidate would contribute fully to all co-curricular and fieldwork events.
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 is available below or contact the HR department by email: hr@kes.school or Tel: 02380 704561. To submit your application, please email it to the HR department.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Friday 5 December.
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing Monday 8 December.
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.
