Inspiring Minds, Enriching Childhoods
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The Elms School is a warm, vibrant and forward-looking community where childhood is cherished, and every member of staff plays a part in helping pupils thrive. Whether in the classrooms, on the sports field, in boarding, or on the school farm, our team is passionate about giving children the very best start in life. If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Explore our current vacancies below.
Current Vacancies
Before You Apply
Before applying for a job at The Elms we ask that all applicants read our safeguarding information and policy, available via the links below.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS and reference check before you join our team.
Sorry, we do not have any vacancies at the moment
However, we are always happy to hear from passionate individuals who feel they might be agood fit for our school. Feel free to email our Business Manager with your CV using the button
Farm Manager
We are seeking a reliable and friendly Farm Manager to manage our school farm and to teach Rural Studies Lessons.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary
• Supportive, school-based environment
• Opportunity to contribute positively to students’ school experience
If you are a hard-working individual with a passion for working with animals children, we’d love to hear from you!
Gap Student
We are seeking an enthusiastic Gap Student to join our friendly team and play an active role in school life.
Gap Students turn their hand to a wide variety of tasks and are an important link between staff and pupils. You don’t need to be an expert — just willing to get involved, show initiative, and approach each day with commitment, enthusiasm and a smile.
What We Offer:
• A varied and rewarding gap year experience at the heart of a warm, supportive school community
• The opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education, sport, pastoral care and boarding life
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced teaching and pastoral staff
• Onsite accommodation and
• All meals included during term time
• Involvement in a wide range of sporting, academic and co-curricular activities
• The chance to develop valuable transferable skills including teamwork, communication, organisation and leadership
• A role where you are truly valued as part of the staff team, building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• A supportive environment ideal for those considering a future in teaching, coaching, childcare or pastoral roles
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, positive individual to grow in confidence, responsibility and experience while making a meaningful contribution to school life
Learning Support Assistant
We are seeking a reliable and friendly Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a KS3 child who needs support in the classroom and the wider school environment.
What We Offer:
• Competitive hourly rate
• Supportive, school-based environment
• Term-time hours ideal for work-life balance
• Opportunity to contribute positively to students’ school experience
We are willing to consider applicants looking for full time, part time or job share.
If you are a nurturing individual with a passion for working with children, we’d love to hear from you!
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Come to an Open Morning
Join us for one of our termly Open Mornings to gain an insight into the type of education, facilities, care and provision that The Elms has to offer.
Enquire and Visit
The best way to really experience our special ethos and atmosphere is to visit us. Come and see the school in action and meet the Headmaster.
