Employment Opportunities
The employment opportunities at King Edward VI Preparatory School are diverse and broad. We foster a welcoming and friendly learning environment where we combine traditional values with forward looking policies and technological innovation. As a result, working here feels like being part of the family.
To apply, please complete the Application Form and Monitoring Form below. We do not accept applications submitted without the School Application Form. You may also find our Recruitment and Selection and Child Protection policies useful, which can be found on our policy page.
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If you are interested in working at the School but there are no suitable vacancies, please contact our HR team on 023 8070 4561 or email hr@kes.school. To view vacancies at King Edward VI School, Southampton, click here.
We are currently recruiting for the below positions.
Apprentice Nursery Practitioner
Apprentice Nursery Practitioner
NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Duration – 2 years
40 Hours per week Monday – Friday
£16,640 per annum
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join us during an exciting time of development at our beautiful rural nursery. We are an incredibly friendly and committed team, working in a unique setting with stunning outdoor space and brand new adjoining Early Years Forest school site – Little Meadow.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and helping them thrive, work well within a team, have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with children, parents, and staff. You will be an integral part of the Nursery Team and must have English and Maths at Grade 4 or above. A basic understanding of early childhood education principles is desirable.
We aim to create a magical and nurturing environment, that’s full of fun and variety. From music and movement, yoga and sing and sign sessions with our performing arts specialist, sports and games with our PE teachers, and farm and forest school sessions with our dedicated and passionate outdoor learning team, the curriculum at King Edward VI Nursery presents something special for both our children and the nursery staff alike.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from age 2 to 11, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a through school, whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural nursery and prep school with a nurturing, family feel. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our community and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We offer a range of benefits including: competitive contributory pension scheme; generous annual leave of 31 days, rising to 36 days with service; reduction in school fees at King Edward VI Prep and Senior; free lunch, refreshments and onsite parking; Health Cash Plan; Christmas shutdown; three INSET days each year to facilitate high quality training opportunities.
To apply, please visit https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk Reference VAC2000018317.
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 6 April 2026
The School will look to interview suitable candidates as applications are received so interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We welcome visits to the nursery or informal conversations prior to applying.
If you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to complete the School’s application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service
Data Administrator
Data Administrator
37 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 08.30 – 17.00 and Friday 08.30 – 16.30
(flexibility offered on start and finish times)
36 weeks per annum plus 4 weeks to be worked in the school holidays
£21,548 PA (£25,000 FTE)
Fixed Term Contract for 1 Year
We are seeking an organised and detail oriented Data Administrator to join our Data Team and support the effective management of school information systems and data processes across the School Group.
This varied role is central to ensuring the accuracy, integrity and security of pupil and staff data, enabling colleagues to access reliable information, reports and systems that support teaching, learning and day to day operations.
The successful candidate will assist with the administration and maintenance of the School’s Management Information System (iSAMS), pupil records, attendance data, ID systems, room bookings and access control systems, while also providing first line support to staff and parents for a range of data systems. The role also involves supporting data protection and compliance processes, including maintaining records, assisting with data retention procedures and supporting Data Subject Access Requests administration. In addition, the post holder will contribute to ongoing Data Team projects and support the implementation of new systems and processes across the Schools.
You will have strong administrative and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion. A proactive approach, strong communication skills and confidence working with data systems and technology are essential. Experience of working with iSAMS or other MIS platforms would be advantageous but is not essential. The data administrator role will be based at the Senior School site, but there will be some occasional travel required to our Romsey and Winchester Prep Schools.
King Edward’s offers a range of benefits including free lunch in term time, free parking, Health Cash Plan, contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days’ with service, onsite gym and a reduction in school fees.
A full job description and application form are available below. If you have any questions regarding the role please contact HR at hr@kes.school or on 02380 704561.
Closing Date for applications: 9am Thursday 11 June 2026
Interviews to be held W/C 15 June 2026
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers
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1:1 LSA
1:1 LSA
Between 20.5 and 22.5 hours per week Wednesday - Friday
8.15am–4.15pm
£13.53 per hour
To start September 2026 - Fixed term contract to July 2027
We are seeking to appoint a well qualified, passionate, and enthusiastic 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated Prep School, supporting a pupil in Upper Prep on a 1:1 basis Wednesday - Fridays. Experience of working with children who have social and emotional support needs is essential.
As part of your role, you will work as part of the Learning Support Team under the direction of the Head of Learning Support and Head of Upper Prep. You will provide in-class and 1:1 support for a pupil with social and emotional regulation needs. The successful candidate will prepare materials as necessary under the direction of the class teacher and follow recommendations from the Head of Learning Support whilst maintaining pupil target sheets.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and is one of the feeder schools to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel.
KES Prep offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days with service, and a reduction in school fees.
A full job description and application form are available below or contact HR at hr@kes.school or 02380 704561.
Deadline: Friday 12 June 2026
Interviews: W/C 15 June 2026
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers
LSA
LSA
16 Hours per week Monday and Tuesday
08:15 – 16.15
£13.53 per hour
Permanent Role to start September 2026
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, passionate, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team working across Pre Prep and Lower Prep.
As part of your role, you will work as part of the Learning Support Team under the direction of the Head of Learning Support, Head of Pre Prep and Head of Lower Prep. You will provide in class, small group and 1:1 support for pupils with learning based needs in a setting with small class sizes and high expectations of children’s progress and attainment.
The successful candidate will prepare materials as necessary under the direction of the class teacher and follow recommendations from the Head of Learning Support whilst maintaining pupil target sheets. You will have previous experience of working with children with a range of needs with a calm, positive and kind approach to working with children.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and one of the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel.
King Edward VI Preparatory offers a range of benefits including a free lunch, free parking, Health Cash Plan, generous contributory pension scheme, 31 days’ annual leave rising to 36 days with service, and a reduction in school fees.
An application form is available below or contact HR at hr@kes.school or 02380 704561.
Deadline: Friday 12 June 2026
Interviews: W/C 15 June 2026
CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers
