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Bedales School, a unique educational establishment set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, has been leading the way in innovative, student-centred learning for over a century. The school champions creativity, authenticity, and academic excellence in a distinctive and inspiring environment.

We are seeking a Communications & Digital Content Lead to drive external communications with an emphasis on digital - managing the school’s website and social media content. You'll craft compelling stories that reflect our distinctive ethos, which balances the needs of the individual with the community – work of each for weal of all. If you’re skilled in digital communications, content creation and brand promotion, help us shape Bedales’ voice and enhance the school’s online presence.

Experience & Background

Using persuasive storytelling and copywriting skills with a keen eye for detail, you will enjoy creating engaging communications content for a variety of audiences. You will have experience of website content management systems, social media, and designing and editing content for digital platforms.

With an ability to work effectively under pressure, you will be well organised, flexible and able to prioritise. Success will depend on the ability to form positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues.

Duties

You will be responsible for:

• Coordinating content across the Whole School, uploading content to the website content management system. (Storyblok), ensuring key sections are up to date. 
• Keeping our social channels updated in a methodical and strategic way, reflecting our brand and unique ethos, through engaging stories and exciting visuals.
• Liaising closely with the Admissions Marketing Executive to ensure the admissions pages on the website and social media channels have dynamic admissions-related content, including maintaining/updating the digital prospectus.   
• Monitoring and evaluating the overall performance of the website, optimising its structure and content to enhance traffic, visibility and SEO.   
• Keeping abreast of web developments and advising on how these could enhance Bedales’ online profile.  
• Managing the content of the school’s main social media sites, i.e. Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads, proactively seeking content from across the Whole School. 

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

This post works 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday during term time for 33 weeks a year. In addition, the postholder will be required to work an additional 187.5 hours per year which will usually be worked in non-term time and by agreement with the line manager.

Salary

Actual salary of £33,701 per annum based on the above hours and weeks of work.

Benefits

• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London
• Life Assurance
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal Accident Cover
• Free lunch is provided during term time 
• Free on-site parking
• Staff use of sports facilities
• Beautiful working environment

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Monday 3 August 2026
Application discussion via MS Teams: Wednesday 19 August 2026
Interview Date: Friday 4 September 2026

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please read the Job Description which includes full details regarding the post.  CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.

To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact our Head of Marketing & Engagement, Taj Leonard, by email to tleonard@bedales.org.uk.

All other enquiries relating to the recruitment process, should be forwarded to recruitment@bedales.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement:

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We have an exciting opportunity for a versatile and enthusiastic Singing Teacher with a classical background to join our thriving and successful Music Department.

The ideal candidate will have highly effective teaching and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to inspire, empower and motivate students to develop their love of singing and broaden their musical horizons. Essential to the post is a genuine commitment to putting students first and an enjoyment of working with young people.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, renowned for its focus on the creative arts and its student-centred approach to learning; we look for teaching styles that will support and enhance this ethos. 

Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Experience & Background

An inspirational and encouraging tutor, who can motivate students, help them technically build their voices and broaden their musical horizons. Experience of teaching students aged 13-18 would be an advantage and a broad knowledge of repertoire suitable for developing voices in this age range is essential.  The tutor would be working in an enthusiastic and passionate department of highly motivated professional musicians. A team player with good communication skills, you will have an enthusiastic approach in all of your dealings with students, colleagues and parents.

Duties

• Enable the students to perform musically and to achieve their full potential in music examinations, competitions and concert performances as appropriate
• Facilitate one-to-one lessons
• Carry out student assessments and provide written reports
• Completing any administrative tasks in relation to the post including recording missed lessons

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

From September 2026, we anticipate that the successful candidate would be offered in the region of one full day teaching with the possibility of more as the academic year progresses. There is some flexibility as to when the 1-1 tutoring can take place and applicants are invited to provide information on the days and hours of their availability as part of their application.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London for eligible staff
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free lunch is provided during working hours in term time
• Beautiful working environment

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

• Closing date: 9:00am, Monday 10 August 2026
• Application review: ongoing throughout advertising period
• Interviews: TBC

Early application is advised as Bedales reserve the right to make an appointment at any stage of the application process.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this post, please read the Job Description which includes full details regarding the post.  CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.

For further details on how to apply, please visit the recruitment portal on the Bedales Schools website:

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To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact our Director of Music, Doug Mcilwraith by email to: dmcilwraith@bedales.org.uk

All other enquiries relating to the recruitment process, should be forwarded to recruitment@bedales.org.uk                                                                                                     

Safeguarding Statement:

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Second Chef to join our catering team. You will support the Head Chef and work with the school’s team of chefs to provide a high-quality catering service to staff and students at Bedales School.

Our catering team is friendly & approachable with a pro-active attitude, motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery. As a flexible team player, with excellent communication skills, your working style will support and enhance this ethos.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Duties

Preparing and cooking food items to the specifications determined by the Head Chef:

• Being responsible for the provision of meals of excellent standards whilst working within the constraints of the catering budget and to a minimum wastage policy.
• Working to high standards of hygiene and basic food hygiene.
• Deputising in the absence of the Head Chef.

Please read the job description for more details.

This post is Regulated Activity.

Experience & Background

The ideal candidate will need to meet the following criteria:

• NVQ Level 2 in Catering
• Experience within a high-volume catering environment
• Have a friendly & approachable character
• Enjoy working as a part of a large team
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery
• A flexible and pro-active team player

A smart and tidy appearance is imperative to this role.

Hours of Work

45 hours per week term time, usually 33 weeks per annum, plus an additional 240 hours to be worked over the year normally during half terms for deep cleaning and / or pre and post term. The post will be contracted up to a total of 42 weeks per annum.

Salary

£30,026 per annum based on the above hours and weeks of work.

Benefits

• Pension with Royal London
• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal accident cover
• Life Assurance
• Free lunch and breakfast are provided during term time 
• Free on-site parking
• Beautiful working environment

Closing Date:  9:00am, Friday 7 August 2026

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply

To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact our Head of Catering for an informal discussion with details of their experience by email to: mpotts@bedales.org.uk

Suitable candidates must complete our full application process via our online recruitment portal. CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of an application form.

If you require assistance on this recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01730 711556.

Safeguarding Statement

Bedales is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include :

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and passionate Kitchen Porter to join our catering team.

Our catering team are friendly, approachable and pro-active, motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery. As a flexible team player, with excellent communication skills, your working style will support and enhance this ethos.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Experience & Background
•    No experience is necessary as full training is given
•    An NVQ Level 1 in Catering or a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is helpful but not essential.

High personal hygiene standards and a smart and tidy appearance is imperative to this role.

Duties
You will be responsible for:

• maintaining high levels of service and assist with the smooth running of the school kitchens.
• providing support to the Catering Department through the preparation and servicing of the dining room.
• assisting with basic food preparation.
• ensuring all kitchen equipment like food mixers, fridges, cookers are kept clean and in good working order and reporting any faults.
• maintaining the kitchen work areas in accordance with HACCP regulations.
• washing up.

Please read the job description for more details.

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work
This post works 35 hours a week during term time for 33 weeks a year. Working Monday to Friday, the hours of work will be 07:00 until 14:30 (inclusive of a 30 minute unpaid lunch break).

The postholder will be required to work an additional 140 hours per annum that will generally be worked in non-term time.

There may be the opportunity for additional weekend working and this will be discussed further at the interview stage.   

Salary
£18,606 per annum based on the above hours and weeks of work, which is pro-rata of the full time equivalent salary of £24,785 per annum.

Benefits

• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking
• Free lunches during work hours in term time
• Beautiful working environment

Closing Date:  9:00am, Friday 31 July 2026

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.

Pre-Appointment Checks
All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply
To find out more about this opportunity, candidates are encouraged to contact Matt Potts, our Head of Catering, for an informal discussion with details of your experience by email to: mpotts@bedales.org.uk.  

Candidates must complete our full application process via our online recruitment portal. CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of an application form.

If you require assistance on the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01730 711556 or by email at recruitment@bedales.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:
•    Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
•    fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
•    providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
•    playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm; 
•    When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student. 

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Bedales School is a unique and vibrant community where every member of staff plays a meaningful part in creating an environment that feels warm, welcoming, and purposeful. Set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, our ethos centres on respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to the “work of each for the weal of all.”

We are now looking for a friendly, motivated Evening Domestic Cleaner to join our Domestics team and help us maintain the high standards that support our students and staff every day.

Experience & Background

The successful candidate will need to be a reliable and capable individual, who can use their own initiative, as well as work as part of a team. Experience of cleaning in a school environment would be beneficial but not essential as full training and support will be given.

Duties

As part of our Whole School Domestics Department, you will work closely with our Domestic Supervisors and the wider Domestic Operations Team to deliver outstanding cleaning services across the school. This is a role where reliability, pride in your work, and a positive attitude really matter.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out a range of cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and cobwebbing.
• Working on a rotational basis to support the team and cover absence.
• Contributing fully to Spring and Deep Cleaning programmes.
• Continuously seeking ways to improve cleaning standards and techniques.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Facilities department.
• Upholding excellent timekeeping, attendance, and professional standards.
• Following Health & Safety policies, including manual handling and COSHH requirements.
• Demonstrating a strong personal commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

This post works all year round both during when the school is open and students are present and during school holiday and closure periods and you will be required to work 15 hours each week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 19:00 hrs and 22:00 hrs of 3 hours per evening. You will also work 1 in 4 Saturdays for 3.75 hours.

£12.71 per hour, Annual salary is £10,485.75 based on the above hours and weeks of work which is pro-rata of the full-time equivalent salary of £24,784.50 per annum.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform
• Free lunch during term time
• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform entitling you to discounts and rewards on services, shopping, holidays and much more
• Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling support, wellbeing services and more

Closing Date: 9:00am, Friday 31 July  2026
Interview Date: TBC
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.

Pre-Appointment Checks
All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply
To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact our Domestic Operations Supervisor Sarah Morris with their contact details in the first instance by email to: smorris@bedales.org.uk or 01730 711668.

Once in receipt of your details the Team will contact you for a telephone or Microsoft Teams 30-minute interview to find out if you are a suitable fit. Candidates who pass this stage will be invited to complete our online application form and to attend face-to-face interview. Before applying for this post, please read the Job Description with Person Specification which includes full details regarding the post. CVs will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.

If you require assistance on this recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01730 711556 or by email to recruitment@bedales.org.uk.

Safeguarding Statement:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.