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Conveniently located in the heart of England, close to Nottingham and Derby, Trent College and The Elms offer a fantastic place to work.

 

Current Vacancies

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead

    Permanent

    Term-time plus 10 days

    September 2024

    £40,000 to £50,000 FTE

    Trent College was one of the first UK independent schools to pioneer the role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) as a stand-alone role in the school.  In this challenging and rewarding role, the DSL will be at the forefront of our continuous work to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding practice throughout the school.

    The DSL role is guided by an extensive framework of guidance and regulations.  It is a key area of focus under the inspection arrangements for independent schools.

    We welcome applications from suitably experienced applicants who have well-developed organisational, administrative and inter-personal skills.

    The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to make decisions under pressure and manage a varied and challenging workload.

    Safeguarding is at the heart of all that we do at Trent College and The Elms.  The DSL works with staff to evaluate and address safeguarding concerns whilst ensuring that we fulfil our regulatory obligations with record keeping and information sharing.

    The DSL will be joining an established and highly skilled pastoral team that supports children from nursery to 18 years of age, including boarders in the older age groups.

    Experience of working in schools may be helpful but it is not essential.  We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and will consider how their experience would enable them to provide excellent leadership of our safeguarding practice.

    Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure below.

    Recruitment Brochure

    To apply for this vacancy please download an application form from below and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter addressed to the Head, Mr Bill Penty.

    Application Form

    We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes a generous school fee discount, parking and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

    Closing date for applications:  Monday 15 April 2024 at noon

    Interview date: TBC

    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. 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).

  • Lunchtime Supervisor

    Lunchtime Supervisor – All Year Round

    Permanent, 11.50 to 13.20 Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per week)

    Situated on a striking 45-acre campus on the border of Nottingham and Derbyshire in Long Eaton, The Elms is the Nursery and Junior School to Trent College.

    The Elms Junior School is a co-educational, independent day school for 4-11 year olds. The Elms Pre-School and Nursery welcomes children from 6 weeks to 4 years old.

    The Elms Nursery and Junior School is looking for a Lunchtime Supervisor to work Monday to Friday in our vibrant and beautiful Lower and Upper playgrounds.

    The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a warm and caring nature, have experience of and a passion for working with young children.

    An application form can be downloaded below:

    Application Form

    A completed application form and a covering letter should be sent to Human Resources, Trent College, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4AD or email recruitment@trentcollege.net

    The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 5th April 2024.

    Trent College and The Elms are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

  • Teacher of Chemistry

    Required from September 2024

    Trent is a successful, selective day and boarding school where academic excellence, sporting achievement, musical accomplishment and participation in the arts are all highly prized.

    The Chemistry Department requires an exceptional and inspirational Teacher to join the department, which is already highly successful and collaborative. The appointed candidate may be experienced in teaching at all levels from Years 7 to 13. All staff are encouraged to be involved in and engaged with the full life of this vibrant School.  The post would be suitable for an NQT or more experienced Teacher.

    Salary package will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and includes a generous school fee discount and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

    An application form and recruitment brochure can be downloaded below. Completed applications and a covering letter (addressed to Mr Penty) should be sent to recruitment@trentcollege.net

    Recruitment Brochure

    Application Form

    Closing date for applications: Friday 19th April 2024, 9am.

    Trent is a Registered Educational Charity number 527180

    Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

  • Teacher of Biology

    Required from September 2024

    Trent is a successful, selective day and boarding school where academic excellence, sporting achievement, musical accomplishment and participation in the arts are all highly prized.

    The Biology Department requires an exceptional and inspirational Teacher to join the department, which is already highly successful and collaborative. The appointed candidate may be experienced in teaching at all levels from Years 7 to 13 including ‘A’ Level. All staff are encouraged to be involved in and engaged with the full life of this vibrant School. Applications from Early Careers Teachers and experienced teachers are equally welcome.

    Salary package will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and includes a generous school fee discount and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

    Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure on our website.

    To apply for this vacancy please download an application form from our website (www.trentschools.net) and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter addressed to the Head, Mr Bill Penty.

    RECRUITMENT BROCHURE

    APPLICATION FORM

    Closing date: Friday 12 April (0900)

    Trent is a Registered Educational Charity number 527180

    Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant

    Permanent, Full Time

    Required from September 2024

    We thrive on being the best we can be, and constantly look to innovate and improve to ensure our School is a happy and healthy environment for our children and our colleagues.

    We are looking for a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant of outstanding calibre, qualified to Level 3. The successful candidate will provide the highest standards of quality care and education, ensuring that health and safety and security measures are excellent for our children.

    All staff need to be aware of and act in accordance with current legislation, policy and procedures and contribute to a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in their care in conjunction with other staff.

    Benefits include a generous fee discount across The Elms Schools and Trent College (terms and conditions apply). In addition to this there is complimentary use of the School’s excellent dining and sports facilities.

    An application form and recruitment brochure can be downloaded below. Only applications with a fully completed application form will be considered.

    Recruitment Brochure

    Application form

    Please return the completed application form, along with a covering letter to the HR team, by emailing recruitment@trentcollege.net for the attention of Faith Potter.

    Closing date: Monday 22nd April 2024, 9am.

    We may close this job early should a suitable applicant be found.

    Trent College and The Elms are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

     

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term Contract)

    Full time, fixed term for academic year 2024/2025

    Required from September 2024

    We thrive on being the best we can be, and constantly look to innovate and improve to ensure our school is a happy and healthy environment for our children and our colleagues.

    We are looking for a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant of outstanding calibre, qualified to Level 3. The successful candidate will provide the highest standards of quality care and education, ensuring that health and safety and security measures are excellent for our children.

    All staff need to be aware of and act in accordance with current legislation, policy and procedures and contribute to a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children in their care in conjunction with other staff.

    Benefits include a generous fee discount across The Elms Schools and Trent College (terms and conditions apply). In addition to this there is complimentary use of the School’s excellent dining and sports facilities.

    An application form and recruitment brochure can be downloaded below. Only applications with a fully completed application form will be considered.

    Recruitment brochure 

    Application Form

    Please return the completed application form, along with a covering letter to the HR team, by emailing recruitment@trentcollege.net for the attention of Faith Potter.

    Closing date: Monday 22nd April 2024, 9am.

    We may close this job early should a suitable applicant be found.

    Trent College and The Elms are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

Our benefits*

Working within a beautiful campus

Free car parking

Use of leisure facilities

Access to free refreshments

Free lunch

Discounted school fees

Contributory pension

Welcoming community

Generous annual leave allowance

Cycle to work scheme

*Depending on hours of work.

Notice to all candidates – for appointment to any post at this school

Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Should your application be successful an Enhanced Disclosure certificate will be requested from the Disclosure and Barring Service and any contractual offer will be subject to rigorous recruitment procedures.

Your appointment will be subject to a vetting procedure.

As part of the process we have to confirm your identity and right to work in the UK. We would be grateful if you would bring with you to interview your passport or birth certificate and NI evidence, plus at least one proof of current address – such as a photocard driving licence or recent utility bill.

If there is anything which you wish to disclose in advance of an interview, you should send this information in under separate cover for the attention of the Head of HR in an envelope marked “Confidential”.

The successful applicant for this post will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service with children’s barred list information. The appointment remains provisional until this process has been completed.

Information relating to any conviction provided to the school will be treated in strict confidence and will not necessarily be a bar to appointment.

STAFF SAFER RECRUITMENT POLICY (PDF)