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 - 2026/2027

     

    GRADUATE ASSISTANT

     End of August 2026 to July 2027

    Residential, accommodation and food provided. 

    We are seeking a team of four Graduate Assistants working 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 to gain experience of working with young people. The role 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 [email protected]

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    Job Description

     

    Start date: 25 August 2026  

    Salary:  FTE £24,745 (pro rata and dependent on start date), with food and accommodation.

    We reserve the right to close the deadline before the published date, if sufficient applications are received. Due to the Occupational Requirements of the role, the position is only open to female applicants. 

    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).

    Head of Marketing

     Head of Marketing

    Full Time

    This post will suit someone with the skills and dynamism to promote Queen Anne’s School to a wide variety of people, who understands and believes in all girls’ education and who seeks a central role in the continuing success of the School. This is a job that requires great vision, creative flair, energy, attention to detail and strong leadership skills.

    The post is an exciting one, requiring high levels of agility and organisation, the ability to plan strategically and ensure delivery, excellent communication skills, the ability to build fruitful and positive relationships with a broad range of people, and the ability to galvanise key stakeholders. You will therefore have energy, influence and the ability to motivate others in abundance! 

    This is an outstanding opportunity to convey the modern relevance of an all-girls’ education in a top-performing school to a wider audience. 

    The successful candidate will:

    • Hold a recognised marketing qualification
    • Demonstrate commercial experience and track record of results
    • Be an outstanding communicator with excellent IT skills and understanding of how to use social media platforms
    • Be an effective organiser with the ability to master a diverse workload, meet deadlines and control budgets.

    **Revised Closing date for applications: 15th May 2026

    Salary: A competitive salary will be offered in accordance with experience and qualifications. This salary will be reviewed annually.

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    Head of Marketing JD

    We offer a number of staff benefits including excellent training and inset opportunities, pension scheme, gym use, meals, car parking, an Employee Assistance Programme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    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). All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online social media check.

    Full details of this position and how to apply are available from the current vacancies page on the school website

    https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us

    If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected] or telephone 0118 9187426 / 0118 9187422

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    Teacher of Social Sciences

    Teacher of Social Sciences

    Full time

    From 1st September 2026

    About us

    Queen Anne’s School is a busy and welcoming place to work. The School is located in beautiful 34-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, free gym membership, subsidised meals, free car parking, pension scheme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    The role

    The successful candidate will be required to teach Psychology, Sociology and Criminology A-levels. Previous experience in all three areas is not essential and the department is well resourced to support someone teaching an area for the first time. In everything we do as a department we seek to inspire and motivate pupils to attain the highest possible standards. This is achieved through excellent teaching in a vibrant, flexible and supportive department that seeks to provide ample opportunities for learning outside of the classroom

    Duties will include:

    • Assist in the preparation of Schemes of Work; setting and marking term work, tests and examination papers.
    • Deliver high-quality classroom teaching, assessing, recording and reporting on pupil progress, and supporting colleagues when problems are encountered.
    • Provide a safe and enabling learning environment for pupils across all abilities. Write regular pupil reports as per the school reporting schedule. Work with the school’s monitoring and tracking systems to consistently review pupils’ progress. Attend parents’ evenings and give informed feedback to parents and pupils.
    • Inspiring excellence by supporting the organisation of educational visits and trips, ensuring that the correct procedures, as specified in school policies, are carried out and adhered to; look for opportunities to involve students in current and active research and further develop links with universities.

    The Application Process

    A salary will be offered in accordance with experience and qualifications. This salary will be reviewed annually.

    Please complete the online application form, available from the School’s website Work with Us | Queen Anne's School, Caversham Candidates will be prompted to outline their reasons for applying and suitability for the role - please complete all requested information fully.

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    Teacher of Social Sciences JD

    Deadline for applications: 3rd May 2026

    Applications will be considered on receipt, and the School reserves the right to close the application process early.

    Interview date: On-site interview: week beginning 4th May 2026.

    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). All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online social media check.

     

     

    Teacher of French (with Spanish to KS3) part time

    Teacher of French (with Spanish at KS3)

    Part time 0.5

    From 1st September 2026

    About us

    Queen Anne’s School is a busy and welcoming place to work. The School is located in beautiful 34-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, free gym membership, subsidised meals, free car parking, pension scheme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    The role

    The successful candidate will be required to teach French to GCSE level (essential) and A level (desirable), and to contribute to the teaching of Spanish at Key Stage 3. The department is well resourced to support someone teaching an area for the first time. In everything we do as a department we seek to inspire and motivate pupils to attain the highest possible standards. This is achieved through excellent teaching in a vibrant, flexible and supportive department that seeks to provide ample opportunities for learning outside of the classroom.

    Duties will include:

    • Assist in the preparation of Schemes of Work; setting and marking term work, tests and examination papers.
    • Deliver high-quality classroom teaching, assessing, recording and reporting on pupil progress, and supporting colleagues when problems are encountered.
    • Provide a safe and enabling learning environment for pupils across all abilities. Write regular pupil reports as per the school reporting schedule. Work with the school’s monitoring and tracking systems to consistently review pupils’ progress. Attend parents’ evenings and give informed feedback to parents and pupils.
    • Inspiring excellence by supporting the organisation of educational visits and trips, ensuring that the correct procedures, as specified in school policies, are carried out and adhered to;.

    The Application Process

    A salary will be offered in accordance with experience and qualifications. This salary will be reviewed annually.

    Please complete the online application form, available from the School’s website Work with Us | Queen Anne's School, Caversham Candidates will be prompted to outline their reasons for applying and suitability for the role. 

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    Teacher of French with Spanish part time JD

    Deadline for applications: 10th May 2026

    Applications will be considered on receipt, and the School reserves the right to close the application process early.

    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). All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online social media check.

     

     

     

     

    Admissions Assistant (Maternity Cover)

    Admissions Assistant (Maternity Cover)

    Full Time fixed term contract until June 2027

    Queen Anne’s is a vibrant, future-focused school that has been educating young women since 1894. Our ethos is distilled into our compelling mission: ‘Kind hearts, Fierce minds, Strong spirits’. The School is a busy and welcoming place to work, located in beautiful 34-acre grounds with good transport links and within easy walking distance of Reading Station.

    The Admissions office plays a central role in the School and we are looking for someone to join the team, to cover a period of maternity leave.  An interest in dealing with enquiries from prospective parents, demonstrable organisational skills and the ability to keep on top of all admissions processes will be necessary for the role.  Strong communication skills, experience of data entry and close attention to detail are also essential.

    The successful candidate will:

    • Be methodical, tracking and following up on all enquires made to the Admissions office
    • Comfortable with various databases, overseeing administration of Open Apply forms, email templates, checklists and payment information
    • Be confident communicating with prospective parents
    • Able to run all tours and visits and assist with open day and pupil recruitment events
    • Be an effective organiser with the ability to master a diverse workload.

    Closing date for applications: Wednesday 13th May 2026.

    Salary: This is a fixed term contract until June 2027. A salary of £26,512.50 will be offered.

    School Application form - Queen Anne's School Caversham  – Fill in form

    Admissions Assistant JD

    We offer a number of staff benefits including excellent training and inset opportunities, pension scheme, gym use, meals, car parking, an Employee Assistance Programme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

    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.

    Safeguarding

    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). All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online social media check.

    Full details of this position and how to apply are available from the current vacancies page on the school website

    https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us

    If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected] or telephone 0118 9187426 / 0118 9187422

    Registered Charity 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected] (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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