Employment Opportunities
The employment opportunities at King Edward VI Preparatory School are diverse and broad. We foster a welcoming and friendly learning environment where we combine traditional values with forward looking policies and technological innovation. As a result, working here feels like being part of the family.
To apply, please complete the Application Form and Monitoring Form below. We do not accept applications submitted without the School Application Form. You may also find our Recruitment and Selection and Child Protection policies useful, which can be found on our policy page.
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If you are interested in working at the School but there are no suitable vacancies, please contact our HR team on 023 8070 4561 or email hr@kes.hants.sch.uk. To view vacancies at King Edward VI School, Southampton, click here.
We are currently recruiting for the below positions.
Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Full-time year round and part time options with flexibility to start as soon as possible or in September 25.
Full Time Salary - £28,260 per annum plus a competitive benefits package
Term Time Monday – Friday Core Hours 8.15-16.45
School Holidays Monday – Friday Core Hours 8.30-17.30.
(The capacity to cover some early starts from 7.30 or late finishes until 17.45 is also desirable)
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and motivated Nursery Practitioner to join us during an exciting time of development at our beautiful rural nursery. We are an incredibly friendly and committed team, working in a unique setting with stunning outdoor space and brand new adjoining Early Years Forest school site – Little Meadow.
We aim to create a magical and nurturing environment, that is full of fun and variety. From music and movement, yoga and sing and sign sessions with our performing arts specialist, sports and games with our PE teachers, and farm and forest school sessions with our dedicated and passionate outdoor learning team, the curriculum at King Edward VI Nursery presents something special for both our children and the nursery staff alike.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from age 2 to 11, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a through school, whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural nursery and prep school with a nurturing, family feel. 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. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in an Early Years environment and have good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Having a full and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification in childcare is essential.
We offer a range of benefits including: competitive contributory pension scheme; generous annual leave of 31 days, rising to 36 days with service; reduction in school fees at King Edward VI Prep and Senior; free lunch, refreshments and onsite parking; Health Cash Plan; Christmas shutdown; three INSET days each year to facilitate high quality training opportunities.
Further details and an application form are available below or contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or 023 8070 4561.
Closing Date for Applications: The final date for applications is 9am Friday 18 April.
The School will look to interview suitable candidates as applications are received so interested applicants are encouraged to submit a CV as soon as possible. We welcome visits to the nursery or informal conversations prior to applying.
If you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to complete the School’s 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.
Cleaner
Cleaner
15 hours per week
Monday – Friday 5.00pm – 8.00pm
£12.00 per hour
We are seeking to appoint a part time cleaner to join our team and help ensure that the school buildings are maintained in a well-presented and hygienic condition, providing a suitable environment for the teaching and learning of pupils.
The successful candidate should be approachable, well-motivated and able to work equally well alone or as part of a team. Previous experience would be an advantage, including use of floor-cleaning equipment and CoSHH, although training will be given.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel.
KES Prep offers a range of benefits including free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme and 31 days’ annual leave.
A full application form is available at: Employment Opportunities | Contact Us | KES Prep | Southampton or contact HR by email: HR@kes.hants.sch.uk or by phone 02380 704561.
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.
Cleaner (AM)
Cleaner
15 hours per week
Monday – Friday 5.00am – 8.00am - Term Time plus 6 weeks to be worked in the school holidays
£12.00 per hour
We are seeking to appoint a part time cleaner to join our team and help ensure that the school buildings are maintained in a well-presented and hygienic condition, providing a suitable environment for the teaching and learning of pupils.
The successful candidate should be approachable, well-motivated and able to work equally well alone or as part of a team. Previous experience would be an advantage, including use of floor-cleaning equipment and CoSHH, although training will be given.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel.
KES Prep offers a range of benefits including free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme and 31 days’ annual leave.
A full application form is available below or contact HR by email: HR@kes.hants.sch.uk or by phone 02380 704561.
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.
Head of Learning Support
Head of Learning Support
Part Time, 3 Days, Fixed Term
Required for September 2025
We are looking to appoint a well-qualified Head of Learning Support with a proven track record of fulfilling the responsibilities of a SENCo teacher. This role is for a fixed term of one year, and is part time, ideally Monday – Wednesday. You will be a passionate advocate for pupils with SEND, EAL and SEMH needs and be a warm and caring communicator. You will lead, manage, develop and maintain high quality SEND provision which enables quality teaching, excellent learning outcomes and the success of SEND pupils at our School. You will be supported in your role by a dedicated team of 17 Learning Support Assistants and a Wellbeing Centre Manager.
KES Prep is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The Prep School enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel.
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. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
KES Prep has its own salary scale, a Defined Contribution pension scheme, generous PPA allocation and numerous other benefits including free lunch and refreshments and a reduction in school fees.
Further details and application forms are available below, or contact HR by email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or Tel: 02380 704561.
Closing Date for Applications: 09:00am Tuesday 29 April.
Interviews to be Held: Week commencing Monday 5 May.
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.
Registrar and Head's PA
Registrar/Head’s PA – 2 years fixed-term
£30,000 - £33,000 per annum
4 or 5 days per week to include Thursdays and Fridays
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the regions leading independent prep schools at a time when we are forging greater links with our senior school, King Edward VI, Southampton, growing our Nursery and strengthening our position in the area.
This is a significant role within our School and will provide an opportunity for the right person to showcase their strong market knowledge alongside excellent interpersonal, communication and recruitment skills. The Registrar will act as a true ambassador for the School when communicating with prospective and current families and the wider community. You will work with the current part-time Registrar/Head’s PA to lead on and implement both short and long-term recruitment strategies.
The successful candidate will be a warm, welcoming and service-oriented professional who can offer an exceptional parent experience from the first point of contact through to the first day of school for our families. You must be committed to growth, going above and beyond to drive admissions at the key entry points of Early Years, Year 3 and Year 5. You will be able to work collaboratively with a passionate Senior Leadership Team and energetic 2-18 Marketing and Admissions Team. Ideally the successful candidate will have prior admissions experience and a good working knowledge of the independent prep school market.
The close working relationship between the Registrar and the Prep School Head means that the Registrar also carries out the role of Head’s PA.
KES Prep offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days’ with service, and a reduction in school fees at King Edward VI School Preparatory and Senior Schools.
A full job description and application form are available at: https://stroud.kes.school/78/employment-opportunities or contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or 02380 704561. CVs are not an acceptable alternative.
Closing Date for applications: 9am Wednesday 30 April 2025
Interviews: week commencing 5 May 2025
Completed application forms should be sent to hr@kes.hants.sch.uk
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 (where applicable).
