Open Vacancies
| School Nurse (Maternity Cover, Fixed Term Contract) |
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We are seeking a qualified and experienced Registered Nurse (RGN) to lead our on-site Health Service. This vital role supports the wellbeing of students through expert clinical care, health education, and pastoral support. From managing care plans and supporting mental health to promoting healthy lifestyles, you will play a central part in our inclusive and nurturing school community. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact within a caring and supportive environment. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 9:00 am on Wednesday 20 August 2025 |
| Finance Strategy Lead (One Year Fixed Term Contract, Part Time) |
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We are looking for a highly experienced and forward-thinking Finance Strategy Lead to support the long-term financial sustainability of St Chris. In this strategic role, you will work closely with the Head, Governors, Senior Leadership Team and Director of Finance to guide financial planning, forecasting, risk management and commercial oversight. You will act as a trusted advisor, providing expert insight and constructive challenge to strengthen financial decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong strategic acumen to make a meaningful contribution to the future of an innovative, values-led independent school. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 9:00 am on Wednesday 13 August 2025
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| Junior School Teacher - D Group (Year 6) Ideally Starting September 2025 |
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As we prepare for an exciting period of growth in our Junior School, we are seeking a passionate and thoughtful Junior School Teacher to join our experienced team, with a particular focus on supporting our D Group (Year 6) class during a key transitional year. Due to an unexpected late surge in interest and student applications, we are wanting to split our current D Group cohort into two smaller, balanced groups. To ensure the continuation of our high-quality, personalised approach, we are looking to recruit an additional teacher who can offer creativity, flexibility and commitment to every child’s wellbeing and progress. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 9:00 am on Wednesday 13 August 2025 |
| School Counsellor (Contract for Services) |
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At St Chris, we understand that childhood and adolescence are critical times for emotional development and mental wellbeing. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate School Counsellor to join us and support students in both primary and secondary levels as they navigate the complexities of identity, relationships, and academic pressures. The school counsellor provides a safe, confidential environment for students to manage their emotions and develop coping strategies, reducing barriers to learning and promoting holistic development. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 9:00 am on Wednesday 27 August 2025
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| Therapist (Contract for Services) |
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At St Chris, we recognise that childhood and adolescence are critical times for emotional development and mental well-being. This role supports students in both primary and secondary as they navigate the complex landscape of identity, relationships, and academic pressures. The therapist provides a safe and confidential environment for students to process their feelings and build coping strategies, thereby removing barriers to learning and promoting holistic development. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 9:00 am on Wednesday 27 August 2025 |
| Learning Support Assistant (Curriculum) |
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We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join St Chris. This rewarding role involves supporting the learning and personal development of students, helping them to thrive both academically and personally. The role is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and values collaborative work that positively impacts the lives of young people. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 12:00 pm on Tuesday 2 September 2025 |
| Learning Support Assistant (Linked to EHCP Student, Part Time) |
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We are looking for a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to work one-to-one with a student who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). This role involves supporting the student’s learning, development, and inclusion across school life, working closely with teaching staff and specialists to help the student meet their individual targets. To Apply: Please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk Closing Date: 12:00 pm on Tuesday 2 September 2025 |
Life at St Chris
St Chris seeks to be a continuously developing community of children and adults working together to enable everyone to achieve their best. All are valued as individuals and encouraged to develop curiosity, competence, judgement, kindness and courage.
We treat young people as individuals, encouraging them to develop into capable, imaginative, responsible people with a zest for life. Our people practices for staff reflect these values.
We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that values and celebrates the diversity of staff and students. We welcome staff who can bring new perspectives, experiences and skills that will enhance our community and learning.
If you share our holistic vision of education, we would love to hear from you.
St Chris is fully 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 past employers and the disclosure and barring service.
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Register your interest in future roles
Meet Lydia Somerville, Junior School Forest School Teacher.
Throughout her 8 years at St Chris, Lydia has been a Year 2 (H Group) teacher, a Year 5 (E Group) teacher, and now leads Forest School sessions across the Junior School.
Ever since becoming the Junior School Forest School Teacher, Lydia has also been the Be Green lead in the Junior School and landed the School our Green Flag status this year with the help of the Junior School Eco Council; an enormous accomplishment!
Lydia loves working at St Chris, she said "I love the community feel of St Chris. If the Be Green team think of something we could work on to change and make more planet friendly, we usually get a positive, helpful response. Different teams across the school are keen to support us in aiding the school to become a more environmentally friendly place".
Meet Mike Li, Performing Arts Technician.
His ninth year at St Chris, Mike Li is a member of our Professional Services team, and his work is instrumental to ensuring all School events from the Junior School to the Sixth Form go off without a hitch.
Mike Li is a St Chris alumni (1994-2000) and, throughout his time in the education sector, found himself comparing the facilities to those at St Chris. "I found myself saying: "This place is really nice, but I wish it had this St Chris thing". Throughout all my jobs, I wanted to do more, and help more, and St Chris was the place I could do that".
When describing his job now, Mike says it's "hugely exciting. When you work in a professional TV set, for example, you know what you're going to get. When you're working with students you have no idea what you're going to get, and that's just as exciting as working on a professional set. My favourite thing is seeing them grow and develop; students at St Chris often come to us shy - and perhaps a little held back - and then grow to take on lead parts and being unphased by taking centre stage. Students that can be seen as 'naughty' or disruptive find their place here and they flourish".
Meet Alistair Phillips, Assistant Head (Pastoral Care).
Alistair joined St Chris in September 2023 with an ambitious mindset.
After moving to Cambridge, he took a job at Long Road Sixth Form College however, Alistair said, “While I loved working with Sixth Formers, it was such a massive place and the students are only there for 18 months, so you didn’t get to know any of them very well.” Alistair was attracted to St Chris because of its smaller size and its philosophy around knowing each child individually.
In his time at St Chris, Alistair is looking forward to “achieving a system where students feel supported from day one and throughout their journey. I want St Chris’s Senior School to be the top choice for our Year 6 students, and the Sixth Form to be the top choice for those in Year 11”.
The Recruitment Process
Relevant policies and documents:
- Recruitment Policy including ex-offenders policy
- Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy (staff)
- Data protection policy (including retention policy)
- Application form
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring form
For any enquiries regarding our vacancies and employment please contact a member of the recruitment team on the following details:
- Tel: 01462 650962
- Email: HR@stchris.co.uk
