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
Commercial Manager
Commercial Manager
37 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm
2 Year Fixed Term (with the potential to become permanent)
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience + competitive benefits package
King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. 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 have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Finance team on a 2-year fixed-term contract. You will be an experienced Commercial Manager able to develop and implement a sustainable strategy to maximise commercial opportunities for the school. You will lead on strategic planning for revenue growth, identifying all potential, suitable market opportunities. You will deliver against agreed commercial targets in line with the business objectives of the school and report on these to the board of governors.
We are looking for a motivated individual who has a high level of attention to detail with a drive for continuous improvement and someone with an experienced and successful background in commercial development.
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 25 July 2025
Interviews to be held week commencing 4 August 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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