School Jobs in South West England

Librarian - Independent Secondary School - Cheltenham Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale Librarian An Independent Secondary School in Cheltenham is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Librarian to manage and develop their school library. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about literacy, reading and supporting students in becoming confident independent learners. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operation of t…

An academically ambitious secondary school in Gloucester is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Librarian to join its support team as soon as possible. You will be responsible for the management and strategic development of the school’s Learning Resource Centre, fostering a lifelong love of reading and supporting independent research across the curriculum. The library is a vital hub for the school’s academic life, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to transform the spac…

Librarian – Dynamic Independent Secondary School – Bath, Somerset Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience School Information This is an 11 to 18 well-established Independent secondary school in Bath with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and the development of independent learners. The school is known for its strong literacy focus and supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop a…

We are working with a prestigious Independent school in Bristol seeking an organised School Librarian for an ASAP start. This is a full-time, permanent role focused on fostering a scholarly reading culture. The Role • Resource Management: Oversee the school’s digital and physical collections, ensuring they support a knowledge-rich curriculum. • Research Support: Provide technical support to students and staff for high-level research and academic inquiry. • Literacy Promotion: Lead reading initiatives and coordinate literary events to encourage a love for the "whole person" through literature. • Environment: Maintain the library as a tranquil, safe, and inspiring space for independent study. About the School A traditional and flourishing school in Bristol that prides itself on humanity and respect. The leadership team offers a deeply supportive environment where the library is viewed as the heart of the campus. • Start Date: ASAP | Contract: Permanent • Requirement: Right to Work in the UK and relevant library/information management experience. How to Apply To register your interest, please click apply now. If shortlisted, I will contact you via telephone for a pre screening call.

Are you a passionate bibliophile and information specialist ready to lead a thriving school library in a historic city? This is a wonderful opportunity for a Librarian to join an elite independent school in Bath. Distinguished independent school in Bath Full-time permanent role | September start Responsibility for library management and digital resources We are seeking a Librarian who can inspire a love of reading while supporting students in their research and digital literacy. You will manage…

School Office Manager | Immediate Start | Plymouth, Devon Lead a dedicated team in the heart of the South West. A welcoming and modern secondary school in Plymouth is looking for an Office Manager to join them as soon as possible . This role is perfect for a professional who thrives on variety and wants to be at the center of a school’s daily success. The Snapshot Location: Plymouth (Convenient for A38 commuters) Salary: £33,000 – £39,000 (Dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent, Full-time…

School Office Manager | Bristol Drive efficiency and support in a creative and inclusive city school. A fast-paced secondary school in Bristol is seeking an Office Manager to start as soon as possible. We are looking for a "problem solver" who can manage a diverse workload while providing high-level support to the Senior Leadership Team. The Snapshot Location: Bristol (Central/Redland area) Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 (Dependent on experience) Contract: Full-time, Permanent (Year-round) Profile: …

Office Manager – Full‑time, term‑time only, long‑term role which is ongoing from September 2026 This welcoming and well‑organised school offers a supportive and dynamic environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations. With strong leadership and an ethos centred on pupil success and staff development, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Office Manager seeking a long‑term role starting in September 2026. Duties as Office Manager: Overseeing dail…

Start Date: ASAP Salary Range: Competitive Location: Taunton, Somerset Key Responsibility To manage and coordinate the efficient administration of all internal and external examinations, ensuring examinations are conducted in accordance with awarding body regulations and school policies. Role Purpose The Exams Officer provides administrative and organisational leadership for the school’s examination processes. The role ensures that all examinations and assessments are planned, managed, and deli…

Job Title: Attendance Officer Location: South Bristol Start Date: September Salary: £25,900 - £31,000 per annum Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for improving student attendance and wellbeing? Do you have the confidence to build positive relationships with students, families and external agencies? Are you looking for a rewarding permanent Attendance Officer role within a supportive secondary school? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming secondary sc…

Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale Food Technology ECT A high-achieving Secondary School in Swanage is seeking a professional and highly organised Food Technology Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their experienced academic team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school. The successful candidate will provide da…

Are you an experienced school business leader ready to drive operational excellence and financial strategy within a prominent secondary academy? This could be an exceptional opportunity to shape the business, estate, and administrative direction of a high-achieving school. High-achieving secondary academy based in Swindon School Business Manager to lead finance, HR, resources, and operations Full-time, year-round leadership role | September start Our client is seeking a highly analytical and fo…

Attendance Officer – Bristol Role: Attendance Officer Location: Bristol (BS Area) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Salary: £24,500 – £27,500 per annum (depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time plus 1 week Agency: Wayman Education About the School: We are seeking an energetic, organized, and highly resilient Attendance Officer to join a bustling, successful comprehensive secondary school in Bristol. The school boasts an excellent reputation for professional development and provides a highly supportive network for all its non-teaching administrative staff. About the Role: This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual with a background in school administration, housing, social work, youth coaching, or emergency services who wants to transition into an impactful educational role. You will spend your days investigating absences, working directly with pupils to motivate them, and ensuring school records are flawless. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure all student absences are accounted for daily, logging detailed, accurate notes on the database. • Work in partnership with families to identify underlying issues causing poor attendance (e.g., anxiety, bullying, transport problems). • Conduct targeted home visits within the local Bristol area to engage with parents of persistently absent pupils. • Collaborate closely with the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Safeguarding teams. • Assist in compiling legal packages for the Local Authority if attendance enforcement or fines become necessary. Requirements: • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and reassuring telephone manner. • Competency in data management, reporting, and using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Prior MIS experience is preferred. • Ability to remain calm, objective, and supportive under pressure. • A valid UK driving license and personal vehicle are essential due to the home-visit requirements of the role. • Commitment to safeguarding children; a full enhanced DBS check will be processed upon appointment. To Apply: Please send your CV to Wayman Education.

A well-established secondary school in Bristol is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive Finance Assistant to join their finance team as soon as possible. This is a full-time, permanent role, offering the opportunity to work within a professional and collaborative school environment. About the Role As a Finance Assistant, you will provide essential support to the Finance Manager and wider school leadership, ensuring accurate financial administration and smooth day-to-day operations.…

Contract: Permanent – 14 hours per week (Monday and Tuesday), term-time only (39 weeks per year) Salary: COL2 £25,213 to £26,174 (Pro-rated to £8,097 to £8,406) Start Date: 03 September 2026 We are seeking a proactive, organised and compassionate Pastoral Admin Assistant to join our Wellbeing and Pastoral Team. This role is central to supporting the day-to-day operation of the Wellbeing Centre and providing high-quality administrative support across safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral function…

Receptionist – Outstanding Secondary School – Bournemouth Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Bournemouth is recognised for its professional standards, excellent student behaviour, and strong operational systems. The school prides itself on presenting a welcoming and well-organised environment for students, staff, and visitors. The front office plays a vital role in maintaining the smooth daily running of the school. It is often the first point of contact for families and visitors, and professionalism is essential. The school is seeking a confident, organised, and personable Receptionist. Role Overview The Receptionist will manage front-of-house duties and administrative support. Key responsibilities include: • Welcoming visitors and managing sign-in procedures • Answering and directing telephone enquiries • Managing reception emails • Supporting student attendance processes • Assisting with administrative tasks • Maintaining safeguarding visitor logs • Supporting first aid procedures • Coordinating deliveries • Assisting with parent communication • Supporting office systems The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to multitask. Administration Team The Receptionist works closely with the School Administrator, Attendance Officer, and senior leadership within a structured office environment. Candidate Requirements • Experience in reception or administration • Strong communication skills • Professional and welcoming manner • Organised and efficient • Ability to handle confidential information • IT proficiency • Commitment to safeguarding Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.

School Attendance Officer | ASAP Start | Torquay, Devon Supportive, professional, and dedicated to student participation. A picturesque and welcoming school in Torquay is looking for a Attendance Officer to join them as soon as possible . This role is perfect for someone with a background in social work, policing, or school administration who enjoys working directly with the community to achieve positive outcomes. The Snapshot Location: Torquay, Devon (Easy access from Paignton and Newton Abbot…

An Outstanding secondary school in Bournemouth is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Exams Officer to join the administration team with an ASAP start . This is a full-time, permanent position , ideal for someone experienced in examination administration or school office management who thrives in a fast-paced and structured environment. About the School This Outstanding secondary school in Bournemouth is renowned for its high academic standards, supportive leadership, and strong orga…

School Receptionist – BS37, Yate (Bristol) | Full-Time | Immediate & September Start Previous School Receptionist or School Administration experience is essential. Are you an experienced School Receptionist looking for your next opportunity in education? Protocol Education is currently recruiting a full-time School Receptionist to join a friendly and welcoming school in BS37, Yate, Bristol . This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive school community where you'll play a key …

Administrative Assistant - Specialist SEN School, Poole Full-time, Monday-Friday This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly professional, resilient, and well-organised individual to join a warm, dedicated specialist school supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with a range of special educational needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities, and life-limiting conditions. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's administrative operations, working in a fast-paced environment where emotional intelligence, discretion, and attention to detail are essential. For the right candidate, there is potential to progress into roles such as PA to the Headteacher. Contract Details Location: Poole Position: Administrative Assistant Type of Work: High-level administrative and organisational support within a specialist SEN school Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday for the rest of the summer term (Potential to extend to longer term) Pay: £14.25ph Hours: Full-time Experience, Training and Qualifications Strong administrative background, ideally within a school or education setting Experience managing and maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR) is desired GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths Confident using Microsoft Office and school MIS systems Excellent literacy, numeracy, and written communication skills High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail Understanding of safeguarding, data protection, and equality policies Personal Qualities Resilient, calm, and adaptable Compassionate and able to communicate sensitively with pupils, families, and staff Proactive, solution-focused, and able to work independently as well as part of a team Committed to supporting a school community where every day makes a difference Eligibility Right to Work in the UK Enhanced child-barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Ability to provide two professional references What Prospero Teaching Offers Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and school administration training Support from an experienced Education Team Clear pathways for career development within school administration If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Registration with Prospero Teaching will be required

Administrative Assistant - Specialist SEN School, Poole Full-time, Monday-Friday This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly professional, resilient, and well-organised individual to join a warm, dedicated specialist school supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with a range of special educational needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities, and life-limiting conditions. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's administrative operations, working in a fast-paced environment where emotional intelligence, discretion, and attention to detail are essential. For the right candidate, there is potential to progress into roles such as PA to the Headteacher. Contract Details • Location: Poole • Position: Administrative Assistant • Type of Work: High-level administrative and organisational support within a specialist SEN school • Start Date: ASAP • Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday for the rest of the summer term (Potential to extend to longer term) • Pay: £14.25ph • Hours: Full-time Experience, Training and Qualifications • Strong administrative background, ideally within a school or education setting • Experience managing and maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR) is desired • GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths • Confident using Microsoft Office and school MIS systems • Excellent literacy, numeracy, and written communication skills • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities • Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail • Understanding of safeguarding, data protection, and equality policies Personal Qualities • Resilient, calm, and adaptable • Compassionate and able to communicate sensitively with pupils, families, and staff • Proactive, solution-focused, and able to work independently as well as part of a team • Committed to supporting a school community where every day makes a difference Eligibility • Right to Work in the UK • Enhanced child-barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) • Ability to provide two professional references What Prospero Teaching Offers • Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and school administration training • Support from an experienced Education Team • Clear pathways for career development within school administration If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Registration with Prospero Teaching will be required.

School Administration Assistant September 2026 Start (Potential to Start Earlier) Be the Organised Heart of a Specialist School Teaching Personnel is recruiting an experienced School Administration Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Chippenham area. This full-time opportunity is available from September 2026 , with the possibility of an earlier start for the successful candidate. We're seeking a highly organised and professional individual who has previous experience workin…

A well-organised and supportive secondary school in Gloucester is seeking an experienced School Administrator to join its busy office team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a structured and professional school environment where strong administration and communication are highly valued. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school and ensuring accurate data management. Key Responsibilities • Providing general administrative support to the school office and senior leadership • Managing pupil records and maintaining accurate data on the school MIS • Handling telephone and email enquiries from parents and external stakeholders • Supporting attendance processes and admissions administration • Assisting with reports, correspondence, and document preparation • Working collaboratively with teaching and support staff The Ideal Candidate Will Have • Previous experience working in a school administrative role • Experience using school MIS systems including SIMS, Arbor, and Bromcom • Strong data entry skills and attention to detail • Excellent organisational and communication skills • The ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment • A professional, friendly, and proactive approach This secondary school in Gloucester is known for its supportive leadership, positive working culture, and well-structured systems. The School Administrator will be a valued member of the wider school team. Salary • Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Application To apply for this School Administrator position in Gloucester, please submit your CV or contact us for further information. Early applications are encouraged.

School Administrator - Mixed Secondary School - Exeter Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Administrator A well-established Mixed Secondary School in Exeter is seeking a professional and highly organised School Administrator to join their experienced administrative support team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where administrative staff play an essential role in the smooth…