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Working at Blundell's

Blundell’s is an exciting and dynamic place to work and we welcome applications from well-qualified, enthusiastic candidates at any time.

Indeed, we are very experienced and successful at training excellent graduates to become outstanding teachers without needing to do a PGCE; you can gain your teaching qualification at Blundell’s whilst in the classroom. We are a regional training centre for the Independent Schools Teacher Induction Panel and we have a team of dedicated staff who take a keen interest in making you a better teacher, whether you are just starting your career or are looking for the next step.

Blundell's has a reputation for the collegiality of its staff and the positivity and friendliness of its pupils. The outstanding characteristic of Blundellians is their positive ‘can-do’ attitude. The main finding of our 2019 Independent Schools Inspectorate report was that the quality of our pupils’ academic and other achievements is “excellent”, and the quality of our pupils’ personal development is also “excellent”. It also noted that; “Pupils throughout the school demonstrate strong development of self-confidence and self-awareness, at levels appropriate to or, for many, beyond their age. Pupils showed their justifiable pride in their own and in others’ achievements, without appearing in the least arrogant or excessively competitive.”

Not only do we recruit outstanding teachers, Blundell’s is committed to employing a range of great support staff including nurses, catering staff, porters and administrators to name but a few. You can be sure that you will be supported and encouraged to thrive in any department.

From the day your employment starts with us, you will not only be working in the beautiful Devon countryside, you will be part of a supportive and rewarding environment where you will be eligible to join a great pension, enjoy fabulous meals during term time and have the use of our outstanding sports and social facilities.

Blundell's is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment.

Blundell’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.​ Background checks on your online digital presence may also be carried out.

Gender Pay Gap Report - April 2021

Current Vacancies

Nurse - part time (term time only)

Join our team in our state-of-the-art Medical Centre undertaking clinical duties and supporting the effective running of the centre. The role is term time only on a 2 week rota working 1 day shift (Friday) and 1 on call night shift (Tuesday) in week 1, and 2 day shifts on Tuesday and Saturday in week 2.

Closing date: 30 November 2023
Salary:
£14,109

Click here to download the full job description

Deputy Head (Co-Curricular) - September 2024

An exciting opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Head (Co-Curricular) responsible for all co-curricular areas including sport, music, drama, arts, activities and outdoor pursuits in the School.

Closing date: 24 November 2023
Interview date:
w/c 4 December 2023

Click here to download the candidate information pack

House Matron - part time (19 hours)

To be responsible for the smooth running of a boarding house to include cleaning, laundry, break time preparations and pastoral care. Thursday and Friday with alternate Saturday mornings, term time only with some additional weeks during school holidays. Please note that we have a further vacancy from February 2024 for 24 hours+ per week. Days to be confirmed.

Closing date: 30 November 2023
Salary:
£12/hour

Click here to download the full job description

Chef - full time (Monday - Friday with 3 weekends in 4)

To support our catering team with the preparation and presentation of delicious meals. This post is term time only with eight additional paid weeks during the school holidays to support our Lettings Programme. Please note that we will be reviewing applications and shortlisting for this post during the advertising period and the role may therefore be filled prior to the closing date.

Closing date: 26 November 2023
Salary:
£27,246

Click here to download the full job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Pre-Prep

An energetic, adaptable and pro-active HLTA to join our thriving Pre-Prep. Teaching Assistant duties with additional timetabled cover teaching across the week. Teaching hours will be paid at an enhanced hourly rate. This is a part time, permanent position during term time and includes 5.6 weeks paid holiday. The hours are approximately 8.30am-6.00pm 3 days per week.

Closing date: 27 November 2023
Salary:
£23,265 pro-rata

Interviews: 5 December 2023

Click here to download the full job description

Boarding House Cleaner - part time (23 hours) - fixed term maternity cover from January 2024

To clean various areas of the School Boarding House as allocated by the House Matron. Monday - Saturday mornings term time only with some additional weeks during school holidays.

Closing date: 24 November 2023
Salary:
£10.73/hour

Click here to download the full job description

Visiting Music Teacher - Harp

An exciting opportunity for an experienced harp teacher to join our outstanding music department to deliver one to one lessons.

Closing date: 19 November 2023
Interview date:
TBA

Click here to download the full job description

Governor - voluntary role

An exciting opportunity for individuals with strategic leadership experience to join our Board of Governors. Governors are required to attend up to six days for meetings per year. To apply please forward a CV including full employment history and a covering letter to recruitment@blundells.org

Closing date: 8 December 2023
Interview date:
January 2024

Click here to download the full role description

To apply for any of our vacancies please submit an Application form using the links below:

Teaching Staff Application Form: Click here to download Application Form
Support Staff Application Form: Click here to download Application Form

Recruitment Policy: Click here to download our Recruitment Policy
Recruitment Privacy Notice: Click here to download our Recruitment Privacy Notice
Senior School Safeguarding Policy: Click here to download the Senior School Safeguarding Policy
Prep School Safeguarding Policy: Click here to download the Prep School Safeguarding Policy

For any questions or further information please contact: recruitment@blundells.org

Latest News

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St Joseph's Rugby Festival

Blundell's at St Joseph's Rugby Festival!

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Provisional Choral Scholarships from Somerville College, Oxford

A huge congratulations to Jack and Finn for receiving provisional Choral Scholarship from Somerville College, Oxford.

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Foyle Young Poet of the Year

Congratulations to Freya (Y13) who has won the prestigious award for her work!

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Williams Cup 2023

Year 9 took to Haytor on Dartmoor for the 2023 Williams Cup!

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Academic Full Colours

Congratulations to Freya who is the first student of the academic year to be awarded Full Colours.

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First Gold DofE Award of this academic year!

Congratulations to Isobel who has been awarded the first Gold DofE Award of the academic year!

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CCF Royal Marines Summer Camp

Blundell's Royal Marine Cadets attended a summer camp with cadets from schools and units of the CCF RM, the Sea Cadets Corps and the Volunteer Cadet Corps from as far afield as Scotland and London, and, as close as Plymouth.

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Blundell's Rugby stars feature in the Exeter Chiefs Academy

Congratulations to Jamie and Jack on their Rugby success this summer.

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Summer sparkles for Blundell's cricket stars!

Playing on the front foot, Blundell's stars have a summer of cricket success.