Thank you for your interest in working at Pilgrims School. As a team we continuously strive to achieve an outstanding level of care and education for every pupil.
We nurture a child’s inherent curiosity and creativity to provide the best possible educational start. Every aspect of our school from the design of our buildings, to the way that we teach focuses on letting children be children while helping them to flourish.
If you wish to apply for any of the current vacancies, please visit our online portal here. Please note that CVs are not accepted.
If you require any additional information, please contact the Human Resources Department at Recruitment@pilgrims-school.org.uk or on 01234 369555.
All our current vacancies can be found below.
School Nurse/Health Practitioner
Are you passionate about supporting young children and their families and working in a friendly environment for an ISI outstanding rated school? Pilgrims Pre-Prep could be for you!
Applications are invited for the position of part-time School Nurse/Health Practitioner. The ideal candidate would have previous nursing experience working with children. Duties include carrying out 5-year checks (training will be provided) and providing care, support and advice to pupils, parents and staff.
The hours are 10 per week during term time only, we can offer flexibility with days.
In return, we offer a competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience), an Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing support, the option to be part of a private healthcare scheme, life insurance cover, a generous pension scheme, free refreshments and free parking.
Closing date: Friday 6 October 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 18 October 2023
cleaner
Pilgrims are looking to appoint a Cleaner to join our team on a part time basis.
The successful candidate will assist the team in ensuring the school is cleaned to a consistently high standard on a daily basis. This will include but not be limited to, mopping, vacuuming, emptying bins and polishing, all whilst ensuring health and safety standard are met.
The working hours are 6pm – 9pm, Monday to Friday, across the year.
In return, we can offer a friendly working environment, an Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing support, the option to be part of a private healthcare scheme, a generous pension scheme, life insurance cover, free refreshments and free parking.
Pilgrims reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, therefore, early application is advised.
Closing date: Saturday 30 September 2023
Interview date: W/C 21 July 2023
Before & after School Club Assistant
Are you looking for a flexible part time role to fit around other commitments?
We are currently recruiting for various positions in our Wrap Around Care department and are looking for people to assist with breakfast, lunchtime and/or tea duties.
You will assist the Wrap Around Care and Play Manager with the organisation, setting up, serving and clearing up of breakfast, lunch and/or tea. As well as, setting up and facilitating play and activities for the children where appropriate.
The available working hours for this position are as follows:
- 8am – 8.30am
- 12pm – 1.30pm
- 3.30pm – 5.30pm
These hours are Monday to Friday, with term time only and annual positions available.
In return we offer learning and development opportunities and a generous pension scheme. All employees are also covered under the generous life assurance scheme from the first day of employment. Staff also enjoy free on-site parking, as well as, free refreshments. We support employee wellbeing offering an Employee Assistance Scheme which includes support with legal issues, financial advice and counselling.
Closing date for completed applications: Friday 29 September
Interview date: TBC
Early years practitioners
Do you want to work at a thriving setting that has excellent benefits? Do you want to make a real difference to a young child’s development? Do you want to grow as a practitioner and develop your skills? If so, Pilgrims is the place for you.
Owing to an increase in numbers of children we are looking for NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners with key worker experience to join our growing team. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours a week, on a shift pattern of between 8am-6pm, Monday to Friday annually.
We look for our practitioners to demonstrate their passion for working with young children and those who have a positive attitude, are highly professional and enjoy working as part of a team. Working at Pilgrims is varied, fun, satisfying and sometimes challenging, no two days are the same, but you will always be supported working within a caring environment.
We support ongoing personal development with internal and external training programmes, mentoring and dedicated training days and activities.
If you are passionate about working with young children, have a positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team then we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience) and excellent benefits.
- 33 days holiday plus additional ex-gratia days at Christmas
- Up to 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- Hourly rate: £11.20 to £11.60 per hour
- Life Insurance up to 4 times salary
- A cash plan private healthcare scheme
- Free school lunches
- Free parking
- Employee Assistance Scheme offering wellbeing support and counselling
Interview date: TBC
Early Years SUPPORT PRACTITIONERS
Owing to an increase in numbers of children we are looking for part time Early Years Support Practitioners to join our busy Early Years department.
We are looking for individuals with lots of enthusiasm, creativity and an attentive, caring manner to work alongside our Early Years Practitioners looking after the young children in our care. You will help to support the smooth day to day running of the room ensuring you are following the school’s policies and procedures.
We are looking for full time staff to join our team, in addition to, staff to cover our breakfast and tea time (8.00am – 10.00am & 4.00pm – 6.00pm). Working patterns can be discussed as part of the interview process.
If you are passionate about working with young children then we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience) and excellent benefits.
- 33 days holiday plus additional ex-gratia days at Christmas
- Up to 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- Hourly rate: from £10.55 to £11.21
- Life Insurance up to 4 times salary
- A cash plan private healthcare scheme
- Free school lunches and refreshments
- Free parking
- Employee Assistance Scheme offering wellbeing support and counselling
Pilgrims School reserves the right to close this vacancy once a suitable number of applications are received. Early application is advised.
Interview date: TBC
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Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.