Working with us

We have an exciting opportunity for a versatile and enthusiastic Singing Teacher with a classical background to join our thriving and successful Music Department.

The ideal candidate will have highly effective teaching and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to inspire, empower and motivate students to develop their love of singing and broaden their musical horizons. Essential to the post is a genuine commitment to putting students first and an enjoyment of working with young people.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, renowned for its focus on the creative arts and its student-centred approach to learning; we look for teaching styles that will support and enhance this ethos. 

Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Experience & Background

An inspirational and encouraging tutor, who can motivate students, help them technically build their voices and broaden their musical horizons. Experience of teaching students aged 13-18 would be an advantage and a broad knowledge of repertoire suitable for developing voices in this age range is essential.  The tutor would be working in an enthusiastic and passionate department of highly motivated professional musicians. A team player with good communication skills, you will have an enthusiastic approach in all of your dealings with students, colleagues and parents.

Duties

• Enable the students to perform musically and to achieve their full potential in music examinations, competitions and concert performances as appropriate
• Facilitate one-to-one lessons
• Carry out student assessments and provide written reports
• Completing any administrative tasks in relation to the post including recording missed lessons

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

From September 2026, we anticipate that the successful candidate would be offered in the region of one full day teaching with the possibility of more as the academic year progresses. There is some flexibility as to when the 1-1 tutoring can take place and applicants are invited to provide information on the days and hours of their availability as part of their application.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London for eligible staff
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free lunch is provided during working hours in term time
• Beautiful working environment

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

• Closing date: 9:00am, Monday 10 August 2026
• Application review: ongoing throughout advertising period
• Interviews: TBC

Early application is advised as Bedales reserve the right to make an appointment at any stage of the application process.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this post, please read the Job Description which includes full details regarding the post.  CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.

For further details on how to apply, please visit the recruitment portal on the Bedales Schools website:

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To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact our Director of Music, Doug Mcilwraith by email to: dmcilwraith@bedales.org.uk

All other enquiries relating to the recruitment process, should be forwarded to recruitment@bedales.org.uk                                                                                                     

Safeguarding Statement:

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and passionate Kitchen Porter to join our catering team.

Our catering team are friendly, approachable and pro-active, motivated by a passion for quality and great service delivery. As a flexible team player, with excellent communication skills, your working style will support and enhance this ethos.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Experience & Background
•    No experience is necessary as full training is given
•    An NVQ Level 1 in Catering or a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is helpful but not essential.

High personal hygiene standards and a smart and tidy appearance is imperative to this role.

Duties
You will be responsible for:

• maintaining high levels of service and assist with the smooth running of the school kitchens.
• providing support to the Catering Department through the preparation and servicing of the dining room.
• assisting with basic food preparation.
• ensuring all kitchen equipment like food mixers, fridges, cookers are kept clean and in good working order and reporting any faults.
• maintaining the kitchen work areas in accordance with HACCP regulations.
• washing up.

Please read the job description for more details.

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work
This post works 35 hours a week during term time for 33 weeks a year. Working Monday to Friday, the hours of work will be 07:00 until 14:30 (inclusive of a 30 minute unpaid lunch break).

The postholder will be required to work an additional 140 hours per annum that will generally be worked in non-term time.

There may be the opportunity for additional weekend working and this will be discussed further at the interview stage.   

Salary
£18,606 per annum based on the above hours and weeks of work, which is pro-rata of the full time equivalent salary of £24,785 per annum.

Benefits

• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking
• Free lunches during work hours in term time
• Beautiful working environment

Closing Date:  9:00am, Friday 31 July 2026

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.

Pre-Appointment Checks
All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply
To find out more about this opportunity, candidates are encouraged to contact Matt Potts, our Head of Catering, for an informal discussion with details of your experience by email to: mpotts@bedales.org.uk.  

Candidates must complete our full application process via our online recruitment portal. CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of an application form.

If you require assistance on the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01730 711556 or by email at recruitment@bedales.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:
•    Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
•    fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
•    providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
•    playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm; 
•    When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student. 

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Third Chef (live in)

Are you a passionate or aspiring chef looking for a rewarding role in a friendly, supportive team? Do you want a great work-life balance while still doing what you love?

Bedales School in Hampshire is looking for a Live in Third Chef to join our vibrant catering team, creating delicious meals for our students and staff. You’ll work in a professional kitchen alongside experienced chefs, supporting the Second Chef in delivering high-quality meals.

Why Join Us?

• Great Work-Life Balance - Enjoy school holidays off! (Mostly term-time role)
• Competitive Pay - £25,749 annual salary
• Accommodation provided (one bedroom flat)
• Free Meals - Enjoy breakfast & lunch on us during term time
• Career Development - Opportunities for growth & training
• Fantastic Benefits - Pension, healthcare cash plan, life Assurance, personal accident cover and Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive Team - Work with friendly colleagues in a positive environment
• Free On-Site Parking & Uniform Provided

What We’re Looking For:

• Catering Experience - Preferably in a high-volume kitchen
• Passion for Food & Service - Motivated by quality & great customer experience
• Team Player - Friendly, approachable, and reliable
• Flexible & Hardworking - Can work under pressure and adapt when needed
• High Standards - Good personal hygiene and tidy appearance

An NVQ Level 2 in Catering is preferred but not essential. We would welcome applications from people who are interested in obtaining this qualification with our support.

Duties

• Preparing and cooking food items to the specifications determined by the Head Chef:
• Being responsible for the provision of meals of excellent standards whilst working within the constraints of the catering budget and to a minimum wastage policy
• Working to high standards of hygiene and basic food hygiene

Hours of Work

45 hours per week term time (includes weekends), usually 33 weeks per annum, plus an additional 240 hours to be worked over the year normally during half terms for deep cleaning and / or pre and post term. The post will be contracted up to a total of 42 weeks per annum.

Please read the job description for the post for more details.

This post is Regulated Activity.

Closing Date:  Monday 27 July 2026

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply

To find out more about this opportunity, candidates are encouraged to contact our Head of Catering for an informal discussion with details of their experience by email to Matt Potts - Head of Catering - mpotts@bedales.org.uk.

Suitable candidates will be asked to complete our full application process via our online recruitment portal. In line with the guidance of Keeping Children Safe in Education, CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of an application form.

If you require assistance on this recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01730 711556 or by e-mail to:  recruitment@bedales.org.uk.

Safeguarding Statement:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student. 

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.