Career Opportunities
We are delighted that you are considering joining our energetic, forward-thinking and inspiring team at Handcross Park. Set in 52 acres of glorious parkland in West Sussex, Handcross Park is an exceptional school.
At Handcross Park, you can focus on what you should be doing – inspiring and teaching the children. The team of teachers bring such a wide range of experience and character to the school
Head of Pre-Prep and Nursery
We’ve been shortlisted for numerous awards in the last 12 months including: Prep School of the Year, Best Use of Technology and Early Years Setting of the Year at the prestigious TES Awards. We were also named an ACER Innovation School (one of only 15 in the world) and we are a Google Reference School.
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We are part of the Brighton College Family of Schools, which offers all staff the opportunity to collaborate and work with colleagues within the group to share knowledge and best practice. As part of the Brighton College Family of Schools, there is also the opportunity for movement and promotion within the group - both within the UK and internationally.
We are looking for passionate and talented individuals who are looking to join our progressive community.
If you would like to work with the very best, please do take a look at our current vacancies below. If there is nothing that suits you currently, but you are still interested in working with us, please do complete the form below and we will keep your details on file.
Current Vacancies
Handcross Park School require a Science Technician to work part time from January 2025.
Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a successful forward thinking school? We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, inspirational, highly motivated and experienced Science Technician to join our friendly, ambitious and highly professional team.
Handcross Park is part of the Brighton College Family of Schools where it allows our staff the opportunity to collaborate and work with other staff within the group. It is also an innovative school where the pupils are fully engaged in the teaching and learning process.
A brief letter of application highlighting why you are an ideal candidate and a completed and signed application form should be addressed to the Senior Deputy Head, Mr Edward Johnson, (please send via email to [email protected]) as soon as possible.
Closing date: Friday 08 November 2024. We reserve the right to appoint sooner if appropriate and so early applications are encouraged.
Application forms and further details are also available on our website or word application forms from the HR Department, email - [email protected]
Early applications are encouraged.
Handcross Park School, Handcross, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HF.
Tel: 01444 400526
Handcross Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate child welfare screening including checks with former employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038
We are seeking a dedicated and organised Laundry Assistant to join our boarding team at Handcross Park School from January 2025. This non-residential role is integral to the smooth running of the boarding house. The successful candidate will work closely with the Houseparents’ and report to the Head of Boarding. If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people in a pastoral environment and take pride in maintaining high standards, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Laundry Duties:
- Collect, wash, dry, fold, and distribute boarders' laundry.
- Ensure clothing and bedding are clean and ready for use.
- Maintain an organised and efficient laundry system.
- Additional responsibilities and hours may be available.
Requirements:
- Experience in a similar role, preferably in a school or boarding environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding standards.
- A warm and empathetic approach to working with children.
- Flexibility and reliability to adapt to the needs of the role.
- First aid training (or willingness to undertake training).
This job description outlines the duties for the time being for this post to indicate the level of commitment and responsibilities expected. It is not a comprehensive or exclusive list and duties may vary from time to time, which does not change the general character of the job or the level of responsibility.
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.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS checks and provide satisfactory references.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities:
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for whom you are responsible, and with whom you come into contact.
- Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
- Be aware of, support and ensure equality for all
- Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
- Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
- Participate in training and other learning opportunities and performance development as required.
- Assist with pupil needs as appropriate during the school day.
What We Offer:
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
Hours: 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday during School term times at times to be agreed.
Closing date: Wednesday 4th December. We reserve the right to appoint sooner if appropriate and so early applications are encouraged.
How to Apply: APPLICATION FORM
A completed and signed application form should be addressed to the Head of Boarding, Mr Marcus Carter, as soon as possible. These can be emailed to [email protected]
Application forms and further details are also available from [email protected]
Handcross Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing all pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure, the receipt of satisfactory references, the School’s pre-employment medical questionnaire, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates.
Required January 2025 or April 2025
We are looking for a well-qualified and experienced leader, who will take on this exciting new role, focused on nurturing excellent relationships with Brighton College as well as with a wide range of other senior schools, to which our pupils progress. They will ensure that all of our pupils, and their parents, are supported in their journey to the right senior school for them.
The Head of Future Schools will have a specific responsibility for assessment, including ISEB Pre-Tests and all examinations. They will become an important member of our Senior Leadership Team and will be pivotal within the academic leadership of a school. We seek someone who loves getting involved across many aspects of a broad prep school experience. Exceptional people skills, outstanding levels of organisation and efficiency, flexibility and energy, together with positivity and a willingness to ‘go the extra mile’, are all essential.
Details of the post and application forms are available on the school website www.handcrossparkschool.co.uk or from [email protected] Tel: 01444 400526.
Full details are available here: CANDIDATE BRIEF
A letter of application (no more than 2 typed pages) highlighting why you are the ideal candidate for this role and a completed and signed application form should be addressed to the Headmaster, Jonnie Besley, as soon as possible. Letters and application forms should be sent to [email protected].
We encourage early applications and may well interview on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will have an intial interview, possibly online, and those selected for the final stage will be invited to school for a panel interview and to complete a number of other tasks. We hope to appoint before Christmas, although it may be necessary to delay final decisions until early January.
Handcross Park School, Handcross, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HF.
Tel: 01444 400526
Handcross Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate child welfare screening including checks with former employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038