Staff Vacancies

Kingsley School offers excellent working conditions, including free parking and free lunches on working days during term time. We are a friendly, caring organisation where all staff and students are respected and valued. Set in beautiful grounds just above the town of  Bideford and with a real focus on environmentalism and sustainability, the school offers a unique working environment for all.

Teaching Vacancies (see further below for non-teaching roles)


Non-teaching and Support Staff Vacancies

Please use the following form to apply for all Non-teaching and Support Staff vacancies, plus Volunteering positions.

Application Form - Non-teaching / Support Staff


Science Technician

£14.20/hour
37.5 hours per week, 35 weeks of the year (term-time only)

We are seeking a proactive and organised Science Technician to support our dynamic Science Department across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. You will also be involved in our STEM Pathway which forms part of our Extensive Curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering engaging, practical science education within a well-resourced and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

Working closely with our teaching staff, you will:

  • Prepare and set up equipment and materials for practical lessons across all three sciences
  • Ensure laboratories and prep rooms are safe, organised, and fully equipped
  • Support the delivery of practical work at GCSE and A-Level
  • Maintain equipment and manage stock, including chemicals and consumables
  • Uphold the highest standards of health and safety

About You

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is highly organised, reliable, and able to manage a varied workload
  • Has a keen eye for detail and a practical, hands-on approach
  • Enjoys working as part of a team in a busy school environment
  • Has a good understanding of science (experience in a school or lab setting is desirable but not essential)
  • Is committed to supporting young people in their learning

What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Well-equipped laboratories and strong departmental support
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Free lunches, generous staff discounts, Staff Voice and staff appreciation, and a genuine focus on wellbeing and job-satisfaction.

How to Apply

Complete and submit a Support-Staff application form above.

If you are passionate about helping children achieve their best, we would love to hear from you.


Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

HLTA position until December 16th 2026, immediate start. 3 days per week until 5.00pm.

Be part of something genuinely different.

Kingsley School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and a Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our specialist Connect Centre provision on a fixed-term, part-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the most progressive and inclusive schools in the South West. Kingsley’s bespoke Connect Centre provides specialist support for students with additional needs, helping young people to develop independence, confidence, life skills and successful pathways into adulthood.

Working closely with the Specialist Centres’ Manager and teaching staff, you will play a central role in planning and delivering targeted learning and intervention programmes for individual students and small groups.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong relationships, thinking creatively and making a visible difference every day.

The HLTA Role

You will:

  • Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities and interventions for individual students and small groups.
  • Support students’ academic, social and emotional development.
  • Deliver programmes linked to life skills, independence, study skills, PSHE and preparation for adulthood.
  • Organise and support community-based learning opportunities, including volunteering and work-related experiences.
  • Promote inclusive education and enable students to achieve ambitious outcomes.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, external professionals and families.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions.
  • Support transition planning into further education, employment and next steps.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has experience working with children or young people with SEND (special educational needs and/or EAL experience welcomed).
  • Holds HLTA status (desirable but not essential).
  • Has excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Is calm, adaptable and able to work independently.
  • Is passionate about helping young people develop resilience, independence and confidence.
  • Understands safeguarding and inclusive educational practice.
  • Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Why Kingsley?

Kingsley School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2–19, set in beautiful North Devon. We are ambitious for every child and proud of our nurturing, inclusive culture.

Our Connect Centre forms an important part of that vision, offering specialist provision that enables students to thrive academically, socially and personally.

To apply, please complete the online application form above.


Join Our Local Board of Governors

Kingsley School is inviting expressions of interest from individuals who would like to join our Local Board of Governors and contribute their experience and expertise to the continuing development of the school.

We are particularly interested in hearing from people with professional knowledge or experience in:

  • Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
  • Boarding education and pastoral care
  • Prep and primary education

Our Local Board of Governors is purely advisory. It provides support, challenge and informed recommendations to the KSI Management Board and the Directors of Kingsley Education Limited (KEL). Membership of the Local Board therefore does not carry the formal governance responsibilities or liabilities associated with being a company director or trustee.

This is an opportunity to play a valuable role in the life and strategic development of Kingsley School, bringing an independent perspective and specialist expertise to discussions about the education and wellbeing of our students.

If you would like to find out more, please send an expression of interest, together with a brief summary of your relevant experience, to Claudia Bickford-Smith, CEO of KSI Education on the following link.


We are always happy to accept speculative applications for any of the following roles;

  • Cleaning Staff
  • Mini-bus Drivers
  • Catering Staff
  • Teaching Assistants and SEND Assistants

Kingsley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. An online check of publicly available information will be completed to assess shortlisted candidates' suitability to work with children. The successful applicant will also be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and full identity and qualification checks.