Current Vacancies

Padworth College is pleased to invite applicants for the new role of Director of Summer School, with the opportunity to join our school at an exciting time in our history, as we celebrate our 60^th year.  We are seeking a highly-motivated and dedicated individual to lead the development, management and co-ordination of the Padworth Summer School.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of success in creating and delivering unique residential programmes and providing first-class pastoral support for teenagers, whilst having the capacity to manage a broad range of overseas stakeholders.  The successful candidate will have experience within educational leadership in a residential school setting and a detailed understanding and commitment to child protection and safeguarding.  They will also have experience of recruiting, training and overseeing the performance of temporary staff.

The Director of Summer School will play a pivotal role in the reputation of the College overseas.  Working alongside the Director Global Engagement and a team of International Recruitment Officers (IROs) located in Hong Kong, Nigeria and Russia, the successful candidate will enhance existing partnerships with agents and develop new relationships with ‘partner schools’.  They will also develop new recruitment markets.  The Director of Summer School will also work closely with the central support functions (e.g., finance, HR and IT) of Inspiring Futures Education (the parent company of Padworth College), along with a dedicated admin resource for the Summer School.

This is a challenging but immensely rewarding full-time position, with a residential requirement whilst the programme is in operation but with the opportunity for hybrid working during the remainder of the year.  The Director of Summer School will need to demonstrate a passion for providing a first-class experience for international students that is reflective of the College’s values and ethos.

The closing date for applications is Friday 28 July 2023.  Early applications are encouraged.  Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.   We reserve the right to offer the post at any stage in the appointment process or not to offer the post.

If you have any questions regarding the role please contact us at recruitment@padworth.com

Completed Application Forms should be returned to recruitment@padworth.com together with a covering letter.  CVs without an Application Form will not be accepted.

Padworth College Director of Summer School Candidate Information Pack July 2023

We are seeking to appoint a House Parent to be part of our boarding and pastoral team, leading by example and providing outstanding pastoral care.

We are looking for someone with lots of ideas, energy, ambition and enthusiasm, alongside a calm, compassionate and nurturing nature.  We would also like a colleague who will be kind to the community, who loves the company of people and is great fun to be around.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to nurturing and supporting young people and will be an excellent communicator.  They will also have the ability to quickly win the respect of staff and students and to liaise effectively, when appropriate and necessary with parents, agents and guardians.

The closing date for applications is 14 August 2023.  Early applications are encouraged.  Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.   We reserve the right to offer the post at any stage in the appointment process or not to offer the post.

If you have any questions regarding the role please contact us at recruitment@padworth.com

Completed Application Forms should be returned to recruitment@padworth.com together with a covering letter.  CVs without an Application Form will not be accepted.

Padworth College Houseparent Candidate Information Pack May 2023

We are seeking to appoint a responsible, patient and compassionate individual with a good sense of humour to join our boarding team.  A willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life is essential, including evenings and weekends.

The role would suit those considering a career in education, having perhaps had some relevant or other experience working in teams.  It offers variety and the successful applicant will learn how to deal with many different situations and eventualities relating to pastoral care, developing initiative in the process.  The role provides good preparation for those considering a career in pastoral care or teaching.

The role comes with a salary of c.£14-16k, subject to experience; 5% pension contributions; accommodation; and all meals and bills (during term time).  The postholder will be required to commit 5.5 days per week during term time, with some attendance at the start and end of term and a few weeks in the summer.  Ideally, the candidate will hold a UK driving licence.

The closing date for applications is 14 August 2023.  Early applications are encouraged.  Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.   We reserve the right to offer the post at any stage in the appointment process or not to offer the post.

If you have any questions regarding the role please contact us at recruitment@padworth.com

Completed Application Forms should be returned to recruitment@padworth.com together with a covering letter.  CVs without an Application Form will not be accepted.

Boarding Tutor Advert May 2023

Boarding Tutor Job Description May 2023

We are seeking to appoint permanent staff as Pastoral Assistants who can work flexibly as a team according to the needs of the College.

This role would suit someone living locally, who in addition to daytime duties would be able to do some overnight work (a sleep-in requirement, not awake doing “night shift” work).  The role has some similarities with posts in the care sector and will appeal more broadly than just to those seeking employment in the education sector.

Key responsibilities include supervising and caring for the international boarding students who attend the College and taking an active role in ensuring students’ welfare and happiness, helping them to develop intellectually, socially and emotionally.

Hours are flexible and will be discussed with applicants. Pastoral Assistants do not normally supervise students in lessons, so most of the hours occur after school, in the evenings, and at wake-up and breakfast time, and at weekends.

The annual holiday entitlement is 8 weeks, normally to be taken when the College is closed.  All meals are provided when on duty and particular dietary needs are routinely accommodated.

Accommodation & washing facilities are provided for non-resident staff when on overnight sleep-in duties.

Pay rates are competitive (please be clear on the Application Form about your current rate of pay), with salary being commensurate with experience.  An up to 5% pension contribution is made by the College alongside an up to employee 5% contribution, where enough hours are worked to meet eligibility criteria.

If you would like further information, please contact the College directly by email at: recruitment@padworth.com

Pastoral Assistant Advert May 2023

Pastoral Assistant Job Description May 2023

Pastoral Assistant Person Specification May 2023

Padworth College Application Form