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 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.
Any current vacancies can be found below.
Early Years Educator
Do you want to make a difference to a young child’s development? Do you want to grow as an Early Years Educator and develop your skills? If so, Pilgrims is the place for you.
We are looking to appoint educators who hold either an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare 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.
The ideal candidates would be passionate about working with young children, have a positive attitude, highly professional and enjoy working as part of a team. Experience of being a key worker is advantageous.
Working at Pilgrims is varied, 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.
Closing date: Thursday 11 July 2024
Interview date: TBC
Pilgrims reserves the right to close the vacancy early is a sufficient number of applications are received so early application is advised.
Early Years Support Educators
Owing to an increase in numbers of children we are looking for part time and full time Early Years Support Educators 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 Educators 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 to recruit for positions 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 the following benefits.
- 33 days holiday plus additional ex-gratia days at Christmas
- Up to 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- Hourly rate: from £11.50
- 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
Closing date: Thursday 11 July 2024
Interview date: TBC
Pilgrims School reserves the right to close this vacancy once a suitable number of applications are received. Early application is advised.
TEACHING ASSISTANT & WRAP AROUND CARE ASSISTANT
Monday to Friday 12 – 5.30pm term time only. Permanent Contract 27.5 hours per week
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our KS1 team, sharing in our vision for the future.
The successful applicant will have experience of working in a classroom environment with KS1 children and will ensure the children get the very best from their education. In addition to this, they will be NVQ Level 2 qualified (or equivalent) or working towards obtaining the qualification.
Our classes provide an outstanding level of care and education for our children and the successful applicant must be able to demonstrate the ability to inspire, support, motivate and engage the class and provide outstanding care and education.
You will also assist the Wrap Around Care and Play Manager with the organisation, setting up, serving and clearing up of lunch and/or tea. As well as this you will set up and facilitating play and activities for the children where appropriate.
You will be working 5 days a week, Monday to Friday during term time only, covering class support and after school support in Owls. This is on a permanent contract.
If you would like to be part of our success story, further details, including a recruitment pack and how to apply can be found on via ESS
Closing date for completed applications: 17 July 2024
Interview date: To be confirmed
Pilgrims School reserves the right to close this vacancy once a suitable number of applications are received. Early application is advised.
If you’d like to review our policies and parental contracts
Policies for each part of the school are overarching and are openly available to all via the main school reception.
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.