Career Opportunities
We are delighted that you are considering joining our energetic, forward-thinking and inspiring team at Handcross Park. Set in 52 acres of glorious parkland in West Sussex, Brighton College Prep Handcross is an exceptional school.
At Handcross Park, you can focus on what you should be doing – inspiring and teaching the children. The team of teachers bring such a wide range of experience and character to the school
Head of Pre-Prep and Nursery
We’ve been shortlisted for numerous awards in the last 12 months including: Prep School of the Year, Best Use of Technology and Early Years Setting of the Year at the prestigious TES Awards. We were also named an ACER Innovation School (one of only 15 in the world) and we are a Google Reference School.
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We are part of the Brighton College Family of Schools, which offers all staff the opportunity to collaborate and work with colleagues within the group to share knowledge and best practice. As part of the Brighton College Family of Schools, there is also the opportunity for movement and promotion within the group - both within the UK and internationally.
We are looking for passionate and talented individuals who are looking to join our progressive community.
If you would like to work with the very best, please do take a look at our current vacancies below. If there is nothing that suits you currently, but you are still interested in working with us, please do complete the form below and we will keep your details on file.
Current Vacancies
Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking a qualified technician to support our Science Department. You will be required to work 20 hours a week, term time only. Start date is 27 August 2025.
Job purpose:
● To support the Science department with the set up of science experiments, ensuring all safety protocols are followed and safe storage of resources.
● To assist the Head of Department to develop an innovative approach to Science that will stimulate all pupils.
● To assist with the implementation of a curriculum across the Science Department and ensure the delivery of high quality provision in all curricular and extracurricular activities.
● To assist celebration of pupils’ work through effective displays throughout the department and around the school and regularly update displays/exhibitions.
● To help coordinate the resources of the Science Department. Designing opportunities that can be introduced to schemes of work for greater practical engagement.
● To maintain high levels of communication with department teachers.
Key Responsibilities:
● Equipment management: Science technicians are responsible for the maintenance, storage, and safe disposal of laboratory equipment and chemicals. They also ensure that equipment is accessible and in good condition.
● Teaching support: Science technicians help students and teachers with practical activities and demonstrations. They may also provide technical advice to teachers, and other adults involved in teaching and learning.
● Resource management: Science technicians order and maintain supplies, and may also source and suggest cost-effective alternatives. They may also keep up-to-date stock records. Creating and maintaining solutions during chemistry teaching.
● Health and safety: Science technicians ensure that they and others comply with Health and Safety legislation and guidance. They may also carry out risk assessments and respond to potential hazards.
● Collaboration: Science technicians work with other staff, technicians, and often pupils, and may liaise with teaching staff and support staff outside of their department.
● Professional development: Science technicians may want to develop management and leadership skills as they progress and ensure that all regulatory standards are kept up to date, including the minimum expectations of School iHASCO training.
Key experience:
Essential Criteria:
● Education (or equivalent certification) in relevant scientific subjects, including technical qualification.
● Previous experience in a school is desirable but not necessary
● Ability to demonstrate ‘Excellent’ Health and Safety awareness
● Previous experience of management and maintenance of resources.
● Confidence and enthusiasm to embrace technology to effectively enhance teaching and learning using technology
● Organised mindset and Effective management of responsibilities
● Professional and approachable to build effective relationships with pupils, staff and parents
● Desire to be part of an outstanding team
Promoting Safeguarding and welfare of children and young persons
● Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for whom you are responsible, and with whom you come into contact.
● Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
● Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all.
● Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
● Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
● Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
● Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
This Job Description outlines the duties for the time being, to indicate the level of commitment and responsibilities expected. It is not a comprehensive or exclusive list and duties may be varied from time to time, which does not change the general character of the job or the level of responsibility.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are 'spent' unless they are 'protected' under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Hours of work: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday (times to be agreed at interview), term time only.
Holidays: Paid Statutory Holiday Entitlement, (holidays to be taken during school holiday periods).
Salary: The annual salary, based on 20 hours per week during school term times, will include statutory holiday entitlement and one week's paid hours to attend all staff Inset days (5 annually). The salary is annualised and paid at the end of the calendar month in arrears. Holidays are expected to be taken during school holiday periods.
Other:
● During term time lunch is provided.
● Contributory pension scheme.
How to Apply
Please complete and return an application form via email to [email protected].
Closing date: Friday 13 June 2025. We reserve the right to appoint sooner if appropriate and so early applications are encouraged.
The Head of Science, Emer Gardener, would be delighted to speak to any prospective candidate who would like to know more about the post. They can be contacted on: 01444 400526 or via email on [email protected]
About the School
At Brighton College Prep Handcross, we are incredibly proud to be part of the United Kingdom School of the Decade: Brighton College.
Brighton College Prep Handcross is a happy and vibrant day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 2to 13. We believe childhood is precious and want our pupils to enjoy this special time for as long as possible, within an environment that offers a wide range of stimulating opportunities for growth and development, both inside and outside the classroom.
Our school is purposeful, ambitious, forward-thinking and most importantly of all, it is kind. Set in 52 acres of idyllic countryside, we offer an exciting, bright and buzzing family school, where we are well known for our welcoming atmosphere, high academic standards, outstanding teaching and exceptional care for every child. We offer full, weekly and part-time boarding in our beautiful, home from home boarding house.
Academic excellence is at the very heart of a Brighton College education. We have the highest expectations for pupils, in terms of personal progress and academic attainment. This is achieved by fostering in each pupil a love of learning, curiosity about the world around them, and a deep intrinsic motivation to be the very best version of themselves. We provide a superb, all-round education that stimulates, challenges and captivates young minds. When children leave Brighton College Prep Handcross at the end of Year 8, they are confident, resilient, academically curious and - most importantly - kind.
Brighton College Prep Handcross , London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex. RH17 6HF. Tel: 01444 400526
Handcross Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate child welfare screening including checks with former employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038
Required to start as soon as possible.
This is a key position within Brighton College Prep Handcross. The role demands flexibility and attention to detail together with energy and enthusiasm and the willingness to go the extra mile. The Head of Maintenance role encompasses all aspects of site maintenance and requires a close working relationship with the Facilities Manager and Bursar. The role requires supervision of the Facilities team. A building trade is desirable but not essential.
Hours of work:
- This is a 52-week a year, full-time position. The hours are 8.00am to 5.00pm with half hour unpaid lunch break.
- In addition there may be a requirement to work a small number of evening and weekend commitments.
For full details of the position please read the JOB DESCRIPTION
Application Process:
An Application form should be addressed to the Bursar, Ms Fionna Thomson. These can be emailed to [email protected]. Word version application forms are available from [email protected]
The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025 but we encourage early applications and may well interview on a rolling basis.
Brighton College Prep Handcross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate child welfare screening including checks with former employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice
The School is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 307038a