Queen Anne’s School is a happy and exciting place to work, where every member of the school team is valued. We aim to recruit the highest calibre of staff through all areas of the school. Queen Anne’s School is a community and all staff work with a professional, committed and enthusiastic attitude. In return, we will provide opportunities for personal and career development by investing in training and support both befitting the individual and whole school.

    Current Vacancies

    Graduate Assistant

    GRADUATE ASSISTANT

    Full Time

    1 year Contract

    From 26 August 2025 (accommodation available from 22/8/2025)

    Our team of five Graduate Assistants work within the boarding houses, getting to know the girls and building a relationship of trust with them. Graduate Assistants are on duty and present in the school boarding houses, providing pastoral care alongside the House Parent, Deputy House Parent and Matron. 

    This is a fantastic opportunity that demands high levels of self-motivation, enthusiasm, commitment and the ability to actively encourage pupils to partake in a wide range of activities. You will be expected play a full part in the busy life of our boarding school. Terms are short and intense and holidays long so that batteries can be recharged.

    On-site accommodation is provided, as are free meals in term time. 

    The School is located in beautiful grounds in the centre of thriving Caversham, and there are excellent transport links including from Reading station, which is within walking distance.  

    Main duties include to:

    • Assist in the smooth running of the House, liaising closely with the House Parent/s and their team
    • Plan and deliver a range of engaging evening activities for the boarders
    • Provide academic support with student prep and revision
    • Assist Matrons with domestic duties
    • Assist the girls with house routines and rotas
    • Be a role model and listening ear
    • Be resident on the school site in provided accommodation

    Full details of this position and how to apply are available from https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us or by emailing HR@qas.org.uk

    Closing date for applications:  Applications are dealt with on receipt and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the deadline before the published date, if sufficient applications are received.

    Queen Anne’s 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).

    We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their gender, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, sexual orientation and age. However, the nature of the role means that it is only open to female applicants.

    Job Description Graduate Assistant

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    Registered Charity No 1181012    

    Teacher of PE

    Teacher of Physical Education (Netball Specialist)

     Full time

    Required for September 2025

    The role

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented teacher of Physical Education with a specialism in netball to join our outstanding PE department.

    This role is ideal for an ECT or someone eager to develop their PE teaching career in a supportive and inspiring environment. 

    The successful candidate will:

    • Have a specialism and passion for netball, with experience of coaching or playing at a competitive level
    • An ability to deliver high quality sessions in at least one of our other main performance sports, (Lacrosse, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis) and support will be given to develop knowledge in these areas if required
    • Contribute to the wider co-curricular sporting programme including fixtures and major sporting events 

    You will be joining a hard-working, lively and supportive department within a school where PE enjoys a prominent position.  An independent curriculum allows for flexibility, innovation and a personalised approach to teaching and there are outstanding, well-resourced facilities.  There will be opportunities to work with passionate, motivated and talented pupils, including those within the NSL pathway.

    The campus is located in beautiful 35 acre grounds with good transport links and within easy walking distance of Reading Station. We offer a number of staff benefits including excellent training and Inset opportunities, use of the gym, free meals and car parking, pension scheme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    Salary will be offered in accordance with experience and qualifications. Salaries are reviewed annually.

    Closing date for applications: Monday 17th March 2025.

    Job Description Teacher of PE

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    Full details of this position and how to apply are available from https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us or by emailing HR@qas.org.uk

     Applications are dealt with on receipt and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the deadline before the published date, if sufficient applications are received.

    Queen Anne’s 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).

    NO AGENCIES PLEASE

    Registered Charity No 1181012    

     

    Maths Tutor

    Maths Tutor, Part time

    Immediate start, subject to Safeguarding checks

    We are seeking a Maths Tutor to assist with the teaching of two pupils and this will increase significantly in September. This number may also grow during the summer term. 

    Tutor sessions are currently 40 minutes and Tutors are able to charge a competitive rate, which is paid directly by parents.

    The role is term time only, with the potential for holiday teaching if mutually agreed between parents and the Tutor.

    Students currently in need are aged between 11 and 14, changing to 11-16 from September and could involve A-level if the tutor is able to.

    Please contact HR@qas.org.uk for further information or Derek Bottomley, Head of Maths at derek.bottomley@qas.org.uk

    Application Form 2025.docx

     

    Queen Anne’s 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).

    Registered Charity No 1181012    

    Teacher of Music Technology (part time)

    Teacher of Music Technology

    Part time (6 hours)

    Fixed term contract of one year

    Required for September 2025

     

    About us

    Queen Anne’s is a vibrant, future-focused school that has been educating young women since 1894. Our ethos runs throughout the history of the school and today is distilled into our compelling mission: ‘Kind hearts, Fierce minds, Strong Spirits’. We are a community and staff work with a professional, committed and enthusiastic attitude.

    The role

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented teacher of Music Technology for our Year 13 students.

    You will be joining a busy department within a school where Music enjoys a prominent position.  An independent curriculum allows for flexibility, innovation and a personalised approach to teaching and there are outstanding, well-resourced facilities. 

    The campus is located in beautiful 35 acre grounds with good transport links and within easy walking distance of Reading Station. We offer a number of staff benefits including excellent training and Inset opportunities, use of the gym, free meals and car parking, pension scheme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    Salary will be offered in accordance with experience and qualifications. Salaries are reviewed annually.

    Closing date for applications: Friday 21st March 2025.

    Job Description Teacher of Music Technology

    Apply Now

    Full details of this position and how to apply are available from https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us or by emailing HR@qas.org.uk

    Applications are dealt with on receipt and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the deadline before the published date, if sufficient applications are received.

    Queen Anne’s 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).

    NO AGENCIES PLEASE

    Registered Charity No 1181012    

    Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close before this date if an early application from a suitable applicant is received.

    Candidates are welcome to contact HR@qas.org.uk if an initial conversation about any of the roles would be helpful.

    No current vacancy in your field?

    We regularly hear from people who would like to work at Queen Anne’s. If you would like to be added to our ‘talent pool’, please send us a copy of your CV and indicate which areas you would be interested to work in via email to HR@QAS.org.uk. As and when a vacancy arises in your area of interest, we will be in touch!

    We can also consider well-qualified graduates who do not yet have a teaching qualification via our teaching apprenticeship route. This can also sometimes be combined with a Graduate Assistant or Resident Tutor role where you would have accommodation on site and help support the boarding life of the school.

    The School

    The campus is located in beautiful 35-acre grounds with good transport links and within easy walking distance of Reading Station, shops and restaurants. All staff have the opportunity to use the swimming pool, gym and a great choice of catering facilities.

     To access the virtual tour, click here

    We offer a number of staff benefits including a discounted gym membership, an on-site cafe (with fantastic coffee!), pension scheme and occupational health service.

    We have been awarded Microsoft Showcase status and digitally enhanced learning is a school-wide focus for us. 

    Vacancies

    To apply for any current vacancies, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the appropriate job posting. To request a Word version of an application form, please email hr@qas.org.uk (an application form is a Safer Recruitment requirement at Queen Anne’s).

    We also require a covering letter detailing the reasons for your application and your suitability for the post. 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). Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for interview,  online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks.

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