School Vacancies
Our community is warm, caring and inclusive. We greatly value our committed and hard-working staff, whose dedication makes possible the achievements of our pupils.
If you have an interest in joining our team at the Senior School or Junior School, please view the appropriate details below.
Teaching Vacancies
Teacher of Music (1 year)
We are seeking a new full-time Teacher of Music for 1 year from September 2021.
This post could suit either an experienced teacher, someone seeking NQT status (we can offer a full induction programme) or an exceptional graduate wanting to enter the profession (again, we have a full training and induction programme in place).
The ideal candidate for the post will be an enthusiastic and well-qualified musician who is educated to degree level. The ability to motivate and inspire (both students and teachers) is vital as well as being able to work as part of a strong team.
Music is integral to life at Alleyn’s. The musical life of our School is rich and diverse, and everyone is encouraged to participate in co-curricular musical activities beyond the classroom. With more than 40 ensembles rehearsing each week, and over 50 performance opportunities in the course of a single year, we truly believe there is something for everyone.
The Music Department is particularly well-resourced and offers outstanding facilities, small teaching groups and a commitment to excellence.
The working environment is excellent and the staff engender a good-humoured and highly motivated atmosphere; relationships between the full-time staff and the visiting instrumental staff are excellent and truly valued.
We have our own competitive salary scale and accommodation may be available.
Making an Application
Full details of the role can be found here in the job specification which is also attached below as a pdf.
If you wish to make an application, everything you need is available using the links below. Our application form needs to be completed, together with the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and we also require a CV and a covering letter addressed to Mrs Jane Lunnon, Head of Alleyn's, explaining why you are interested in this particular position at Alleyn’s and why you think it would suit you at this time in your career.
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
The deadline for applications is midday on Thursday 4 March 2021.
Interviews are planned for Thursday 11 March, and further details will be sent to invited applicants.
If you have any questions you are very welcome to contact the Personnel Administrator by email at personnel@alleyns.org.uk or by phone on 020 8299 8009.
- Job Description: Flip Book Format | PDF format
- Letter to applicants from the Head, Jane Lunnon
- Application Form
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
- Job Description
- Explanatory Notes on Recruitment and Application
- DBS Barred List and Recruitment of Ex Offenders Policy
Please also read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Privacy Notice, both available from our Policies page.
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. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Teacher of Biology
We are seeking to appoint a full-time teacher of Biology for September 2021 and the ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and well-qualified, with a real love for Science. Being able to motivate and inspire students and teachers alike is vital as well as being able to work as part of a strong team. The ability to teach a second science at KS3 would also be an advantage.
This post could suit either an experienced teacher, someone seeking NQT status (we have a full induction programme in place) or an exceptional graduate wanting to enter the profession (again, we have a full training and induction programme in place).
The Biology Department
The successful applicant will join our friendly, dynamic and very well-resourced department of three full-time and four part-time teachers, all of whom share the GCSE and A level teaching. The Head of Biology is supported by a Second in Department and the whole team is assisted by two qualified lab technicians.
The Science Building has recently undergone a major extension and refurbishment programme and departmental accommodation now consists of five laboratories and use of a multipurpose lab. There is also a preparation room and staff office. All laboratories are equipped with CleverTouch interactive whiteboards and have docking stations for Microsoft Surface Pro’s. There is a small pond outside the department suitable for some Lower School work. The department has a well-stocked staff library along with subscriptions to scientific journals, class sets of laptop computers and iPads with internet access in all laboratories, class sets of microscopes as well as a digital microscope. We also have an electrophoresis for use at Key Stage 5.
Our exam results at both GCSE and A level are among the best in the School and a large number of students studying Biology at A level go on to study for University degrees in the Biological or Medical sciences.
We have our own competitive salary scale and accommodation may be available.
Making an Application
Full details of the role can be found here in the job specification which is also attached below as a pdf.
If you wish to make an application, everything you need is available using the links below. Our application form needs to be completed, together with the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and we also require a CV and a covering letter addressed to Mrs Jane Lunnon, Head of Alleyn's, explaining why you are interested in this particular position at Alleyn’s and why you think it would suit you at this time in your career.
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 8 March 2021.
Interviews are planned for the week beginning Monday 15 March and further details will be sent to invited applicants who will also be asked to plan and teach a lesson.
If you have any questions you are very welcome to contact the Personnel Administrator by email at personnel@alleyns.org.uk or by phone on 020 8299 8009.
- Job Description: Flip Book Format | PDF format
- Letter from the Head to Applicants
- Application Form
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
- Explanatory Notes on Recruitment and Application
- DBS Barred List and Recruitment of Ex Offenders Policy
Please also read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Privacy Notice, both available from our Policies page.
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. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Other Vacancies
- Director of Development and Alumni Relations
- Cleaner (Part Time)
- Junior School Gap Year Assistant (Full Time)
- Head Chef (Full Time)
- Junior School Head of Learning Support
Director of Development and Alumni Relations
We are seeking an outstanding, sector leading, Director of Development and Alumni Relations who can help Alleyn’s become one of the UK’s most successful fundraising schools. This is a senior appointment; the post-holder will report to the Head and be a member of the School’s Senior Management Team.
The successful candidate will build upon previous fundraising successes, and set strategy to take development, and major gifts fundraising, to the next level. They will lead the Development and Alumni Relations team in all aspects of fundraising and alumni relations. Most recently, the School’s strong community of supporters – alumni, parents and staff – came together to celebrate the School’s 400th Anniversary. Launched in 2019, the Growing Bursaries for the Future anniversary campaign looks to create a step-change of support for means-tested bursaries.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior development strategist and major gifts specialist. The importance of the post will be recognised with a salary commensurate with experience and at the top end of industry norm.
Further information can be downloaded from the RSAcademics website www.rsacademics.com/vacancies
Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange a confidential discussion with one of the consultants handling this appointment:
Peter Lockhart PeterLockhart@rsacademics.com or +44 (0)7876 354185
Debra Price: DebraPrice@rsacademics.com
Deadline for applications: 10.00am GMT on Thursday 18th February 2021
Alleyn’s School is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications for all posts from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service.
Cleaner (Part Time)
The School seeks to appoint a Cleaner to join the enthusiastic and professional support team.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Housekeeper and Premises Manager to ensure that designated areas of the school are cleaned efficiently and promptly.
Applicants should be punctual, well organised and have a good eye for detail. Please be aware that the role of cleaner is physically demanding; applicants should read the job description in advance of applying for further details.
The job is available working all year round, with core hours based on a 10 hour week.
The starting salary will be around £5,400 per annum.
Full job description and application details may be downloaded below or by contacting Human Resources on 020 8613 5016 or by email at hradmin@alleyns.org.uk.
- Application Form: MS Word format | PDF format
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: MS Word format | PDF format
- Job Description
- Explanatory Notes on Recruitment and Application
- DBS Barred List and Recruitment of Ex Offenders Policy
Please also read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Privacy Notice, both available from our Policies page.
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. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Junior School Gap Year Assistant (Full Time)
Full Time, Term Time Only, 1, 2 or 3 terms
Alleyn’s Junior School is looking for a Gap Year Assistant to contribute to both the curriculum and co-curriculum of Alleyn’s Junior School life by supporting academic and support staff whilst also maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding.
Applicants must be ready to understand and espouse child protection practice and should be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. They will have excellent organisation skills and integrity, understand the need for confidentiality and be able to work well within the Junior School team of staff.
The closing date is Monday 22nd March 2021 at 9:00am.
For full job description and application details please contact juniorschool@alleyns.org.uk
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. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Head Chef (Full Time)
Head Chef
Full Time, all year round
We are looking for a Head Chef to join the enthusiastic and professional support team at Alleyn's.
The successful candidate will manage the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen to ensure the School’s reputation for high quality food is maintained at all times.
Applicants must have a keen interest in catering and the important role it plays in school life. They will also have a flair for innovation in catering.
The salary will be £30,000 per annum, rising to £32,000 after successful completion of the 6 month probation.
The closing date is 10 March 2021 at midday.
Full job description and application details may be downloaded below or by contacting Human Resources by email on hradmin@alleyns.org.uk.
- Application Form: MS Word format | PDF format
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: MS Word format | PDF format
- Job Description
- Explanatory Notes on Recruitment and Application
- DBS Barred List and Recruitment of Ex Offenders Policy
Please also read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Privacy Notice, both available from our Policies page.
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. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Junior School Head of Learning Support
Head of Learning Support
Full Time, starting September 2021
Alleyn’s Junior School is looking for a suitably qualified and/or experienced Head of Learning Support. This will involve working alongside pupils and teachers throughout the Junior School to help ensure all pupils achieve their potential and develop skills and practices to support lifelong learning.
The start date will be 2nd September 2021.
Salary will be based on qualifications, experience and the successful applicant’s ability to contribute to the life of the School.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 15th March 2021
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 22nd March 2021
For full job description and application details please contact juniorschool@alleyns.org.uk or 020 8557 1519.
Alleyn’s School is an Equal Opportunities employer, and welcomes applications for all posts from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Alleyn’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB).
We seek excellent, committed and dynamic people who will promote and protect children's welfare in all aspects of their contribution to School life.