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At Gosfield School we don’t just aim to help all of our pupils achieve their full potential, we also hope to bring the very best out of our teachers and support staff. We offer our teachers and nursery practitioners lots of opportunities to develop their skills and add to their qualifications as they are key to our pupil’s success.

We also give all of our teaching and support staff a genuine opportunity to help shape the way the school works. We are a school where the potential of our teachers and staff is realised, making this an especially fulfilling place to work. If you would like to join our staff, please see below for our current private school teaching jobs and non-teaching vacancies. Please check back often.

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Current Vacancies

We are always looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our school for future possible roles please contact Mrs Sara Bowles, EA to the Principal and Vice Principal for more information (sara.bowles@gosfieldschool.org.uk or 01787 474040)

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

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Wraparound Care - Cover Supervisor/s

Due to maternity leave, we have a vacancy for a cover supervisor for our Wraparound Care provision – Breakfast Club, which operates every school day. We would welcome interest from anyone who would like to offer occasional cover for the evening Late Club. If you are interested in supporting on a regular or occasional basis, please contact Sara Bowles on sara.bowles@gosfieldschool.org.uk for further details.

Breakfast Club is open to all pupils from Reception upwards and is based in the Dining Hall from 7.30 am – 8.25 am.

Late Club based in the Prep School is open to all pupils from 4.50 pm – 6.00 pm, Monday to Thursday and 3.50 pm – 6.00 pm on Fridays, for supervised play or homework with a light tea provided.

Payment is at an agreed rate for the sessions that run and flexibility will be required.

Part Time School Minibus Driver - 20 hours per week or job share

Gosfield School is an exceptional co-educational Independent School set in 110 acres of parkland, serving Colchester, Chelmsford, Sudbury and South Cambridge area. At the heart of our success is our commitment to a personal education tailored to your child.

Due to an increase in pupil numbers, we wish to appoint a Minibus Driver to safely transport children to and from School, collecting and dropping off at various points on a given route. You will need to be available on an ad hoc basis, to work anytime from Monday to Friday during the school term time to work for two hours in the morning and/or two hours in the afternoon. Flexibility to undertake additional, ad hoc driving work during the School day for fixtures, trips and other purposes is an advantage. Applicants must possess a D1(not 101) category licence and/or a CPC Licence.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Please contact Mrs Sara Bowles sara.bowles@gosfieldschool.org.ukor telephone 01787 474040 for an application form and further information.

Head of Finance and HR [Bursar]

Remuneration: Highly competitive based on experience

Gosfield School, a thriving Independent School near Halstead in Essex, is seeking to appoint a Bursar to join the school’s leadership team.. The ideal candidate will be an experienced management accountant with an exceptional work ethic and the flexibility required to work within a small non-teaching team and lead the finance team. The successful applicant will sit on the school’s Finance, Grounds and Premises and Safety and Compliance Committees and will be a member of and work closely with the  school’s Senior Leadership Team.

Experience with Sage or similar accounting systems and a formal accountancy qualification are essential.

Finance Responsibilities:

  • Developing Financial Policies
  • Budget Management and Forecasting
  • Financial Accounting
  • Production of Management Accounts
  • Treasury Management
  • Financial Compliance
  • Procurement and Expenditure
  • Oversee Payroll and Fee Billing
  • Oversee stock control
  • Overseeing the school uniform shop

Bursarial Duties will also be undertaken or overseen by the successful applicant. These include liaison with external HR advisors, working closely with the schools admissions team, employment contract lead and IT and Estates teams. Close liaison with the schools SLT when parental issues arise is also an expectation.

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

For details and an application form, contact Mrs Sara Bowles, EA to Principal (recruitment@gosfieldschool.org.uk 01787 474040)

Deadline for applications: Noon, Tuesday 22 April 2025

Interviews: w/c 21 or 31 April 2025 

Start Date: June 1st or by negotiation

*Please Note to avoid disappointment applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the deadline as we reserve the right to consider applications as they are received and to appoint prior to the deadline.

Head of Finance and HR [Bursar] Application Pack

Teacher of Music at Gosfield School

All pupils, from Reception upwards, are taught Music and Drama by subject specialist who also teach in the Senior School, with use of the purpose-built Performing Arts Centre.

Our Curriculum is designed to ensure that music, singing, dance and drama are enjoyable and accessible to all. Throughout the school year, there are a number of performances from Music Recitals, Dance Shows and Christmas Shows, to full musical productions for both Prep and Senior pupils. Performing Arts also contributes significantly to our Co-curricular programme, offering daily Performing Arts options during both lunch and after school, including activities for all ages and abilities and areas of interest. From Gosfield Dance Company or our Performing Ats Competition Team, to Drama Club, Choir, or Stage Lighting Club, there is something for everyone.

In addition to a broad and varied curriculum and Co-curricular programme, we also have a team of ten talented peripatetic teachers, who provide 1:1 tuition in a wide range of instruments, as well as singing, LAMDA and dance.

Teacher of Music at Gosfield School Application Pack

Head of Music at Gosfield School

All pupils, from Reception upwards, are taught Music and Drama by subject specialist who also teach in the Senior School, with use of the purpose-built Performing Arts Centre.
Our Curriculum is designed to ensure that music, singing, dance and drama are enjoyable and accessible to all. Throughout the school year, there are a number of performances from Music Recitals, Dance Shows and Christmas Shows, to full musical productions for both Prep and Senior pupils. Performing Arts also contributes significantly to our Co-curricular programme, offering daily Performing Arts options during both lunch and after school, including activities for all ages and abilities and areas of interest. From  Gosfield Dance Company or our Performing Ats Competition Team, to Drama Club, Choir, or Stage Lighting Club, there is something for everyone.
In addition to a broad and varied curriculum and Co-curricular programme, we also have a team of ten talented peripatetic teachers, who provide 1:1 tuition in a wide range of instruments, as well as singing, LAMDA and dance.

Pastoral Assistant - Part time

We are looking for an experienced Pastoral Assistant ready to make a real difference, supporting the growth and achievement of our students. Gosfield is a small family School with high expectations of students. We are situated in a gorgeous green environment, where everyone is treated with warm respect and where everyone strives to reach and exceed their personal best.

Pastoral Assistant/Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Pastoral and Learning Support Assistant ready to make a real difference, supporting the growth and achievement of our students. Gosfield is a small family School with high expectations of students. We are situated in a gorgeous green environment, where everyone is treated with warm respect and where everyone strives to reach and exceed their personal best.

Teacher of English

This position is suitable for ECT applicants. The successful candidate will join a thriving English department made up of passionate and experienced educators.
Embedded in the ethos of our department is a commitment to high standards, a love of literature and language, and an inclusive environment where all students are supported and challenged.
Gosfield School boasts specialist English classrooms equipped with interactive displays, a well-stocked library, and access to digital learning platforms that enhance both teaching and learning. Small class sizes allow for personalised support and interactive discussion-based lessons.

Trainee English Teacher

This position is suitable for final year or recent English graduates who wish to pursue a career in teaching.
The successful candidate will join a thriving English department made up of passionate and experienced educators.
Embedded in the ethos of our department is a commitment to high standards, a love of literature and language, and an inclusive environment where all students are supported and challenged.
Gosfield School boasts specialist English classrooms equipped with interactive displays, a well-stocked library, and access to digital learning platforms that enhance both teaching and learning. Small class sizes allow for personalised support and interactive discussion-based lessons.

Cleaner Required

15 hours per week (3 hours per day), Monday to Friday, term time plus occasional extra hours for events and holiday cleaning.
The caretakers and cleaning team as a whole are responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school.  We are looking for an additional cleaner who will take pride in meeting the frequency and cleanliness standards set out. Each cleaner is responsible for an area of the School, reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor but you may also be required to cover cleaning duties across other areas of the school, for cover purposes.  Full training will be provided.
There will be the opportunity to assist with special functions at the school which may be outside of normal working hours.
Salary is minimum wage based on age and experience.
The closing date for applications is Monday 7 April 2025.
Please download the application form from our website and send to Mrs Sara Bowles, EA to the Principal on recruitment@gosfieldschool.org.uk with a covering letter, explaining your interest in the role.

Techer of Business

Gosfield School is looking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Teacher of Business to take responsibility for the curriculum in this highly regarded department. The successful candidate will have a relevant degree, genuine passion for the subject and be well placed to generate and sustain a high degree of motivation in all pupils, many of whom are of a high ability.

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

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