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, Brighton College Prep Handcross 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 20 hours a week during our school term times.
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. Our Head of Science, Emer Gardener, can be contacted on [email protected] with any questions you may have about the role.
Closing date: Friday 28 February 2025. 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
Required to start as soon as possible.
This is a key position within Brighton College Prep Handcross. The role demands flexibility and attention to detail together with energy and enthusiasm and the willingness to go the extra mile. The Head of Maintenance role encompasses all aspects of site maintenance and requires a close working relationship with the Facilities Manager and Bursar. The role requires supervision of the Facilities team. A building trade is desirable but not essential.
Hours of work:
- This is a 52-week a year, full-time position. The hours are 8.00am to 5.00pm with half hour unpaid lunch break.
- In addition there may be a requirement to work a small number of evening and weekend commitments.
For full details of the position please read the JOB DESCRIPTION
Application Process:
An Application form should be addressed to the Bursar, Ms Fionna Thomson. These can be emailed to [email protected]. Word version application forms are available from [email protected]
The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025 but we encourage early applications and may well interview on a rolling basis.
Brighton College Prep Handcross 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). https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice
The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038a
Required for September 2025.
We are looking for a motivated, creative and fun Resident Matron and Assistant Houseparent to join our wonderful boarding team. You will be responsible to the Head of Boarding for all aspects of the effective running of the Boarding House. You will help support the welfare of all boarding pupils under your charge. The role requires enthusiasm, energy and excellent communication skills.
Accommodation is provided and the role will require regular evening and weekend duties. The Boarding House is a thriving, multicultural environment, very much a family in its own way, with a mix of Part-Time, Weekly and Full-Time boarders.
For further details please read our candidate brochure
Closing Date: Interviews will be considered on a rolling basis so, therefore, early applications are advised.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
A brief letter of application (no more than 2 typed pages) highlighting why you are the ideal candidate and a completed and signed application form should be addressed to the Headmaster, Jonnie Besley, as soon as possible. This can be sent via [email protected]
Brighton College Prep Handcross, London Road, Handcross, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HF
Tel: 01444 400526
Brighton College Prep Handcross 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
Required from September 2025
We are looking for someone who can lead the Department with the highest standards of professionalism and provide strong, strategic leadership which results in the provision of first-class teaching and learning opportunities. You will teach Computer Studies to pupils in Year 3 to Year 8, while also empowering teaching staff to lead in EdTech adoption and supporting the seamless integration of technology into both their teaching practices and pupil learning.
Brighton College Prep Handcross is a happy and vibrant day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 2 to 13. We believe childhood is precious and want our pupils to enjoy this special time for as long as possible, within an environment that offers a wide range of stimulating opportunities for growth and development, both inside and outside the classroom.
Our school is purposeful, ambitious, forward-thinking and most importantly of all, it is kind. Set in 52 acres of idyllic countryside, we offer an exciting, bright and buzzing family school, where we are well known for our welcoming atmosphere, high academic standards, outstanding teaching and exceptional care for every child. We offer full, weekly and part-time boarding in our beautiful, home from home boarding house.
For more information on the role please read our candidate brochure.
A brief letter of application (no more than 2 typed pages) highlighting why you are the ideal candidate and a completed and signed application form should be addressed to the Headmaster, Jonnie Besley, as soon as possible. Application forms are also available from [email protected]
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis so we encourage early applications for this position. Selected candidates will have an initial interview, possibly online, and those who are selected for the final stage will be invited to school for a panel interview and to complete a number of other tasks. Any enquiries and completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]
Brighton College Prep Handcross 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). https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice
The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038