Vacancies

Hours per week: 6.15am - 8.15am, 34 weeks per year

Required to commence from the 1st September 2026. 

Salary: £5,034 actual (£24,785 FTE)

Ratcliffe College is seeking to appoint a responsible, conscientious, and reliable individual who has good rapport with children of all ages, to join our minibus team.

You will be responsible for driving a 15 or 17 seat minibus and therefore a full, clean driving licence with a D1 category will be required.

Ratcliffe College offers term time only working, along with the opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive school environment.

Full uniform provided.

Interviews will take place as and when we receive applications.

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy earlier than advertised if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or make an appointment from early applicants.

Ratcliffe College School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks with current and past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and, where applicable, a Barred List, Prohibition and Overseas checks.

For further information please see the Recruitment Pack 

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Part time

Start Date: 01 September 2026

Ratcliffe College is seeking an enthusiastic, committed and skilled Sports Coach to join our Sports Department from September 2026. This role offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving programme that supports pupils across the Preparatory and Senior Schools.

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Have experience or strong interest in school sport coaching
• Can inspire and motivate pupils across a range of ages
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills
• Are committed to supporting the wider co‑curricular life of the College
• Show flexibility and a team‑focused approach

Why Join Us?

Ratcliffe College has a proud reputation for sporting excellence, with outstanding facilities and a supportive, collaborative team. These roles offer the chance to make a meaningful contribution to pupil development within a welcoming school community.

Informal Enquiries

For an informal discussion about the roles, please contact:
Mr Mark Cole, Director of Sport & Co‑Curricular Activities
Email: [email protected]

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We are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie to work as part of a team and to produce wholesome, properly cooked meals to a high standard in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

The successful candidate will have formal culinary training, previous experience in busy high-volume kitchen, extensive food and beverage knowledge, food service industry knowledge, attention to detail, knowledge of food safety regulations, positivity, ability to work under pressure, self-motivated.

We offer a supportive working environment and the opportunity to be part of a committed and professional team.

Working Hours

A 4 Week shift pattern - Mon - Fri 06:00 to 14:30 and 09:30 to 19:00, alternate Sat 07:30 to 15:30 and Sun 08:00 to 16:00

During term time – occasional later finishing times (after 8pm) are required due to Event catering. Usually around Christmas time and the end of summer term.

Salary

£26,427 per annum

20 days annual leave, plus Bank holidays and the days in between Christmas and New Year

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Ratcliffe College, one of the UK’s leading Independent Catholic Day and Boarding Schools, is seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Careers to join our team. This is a rare and exceptional opportunity to provide inspiring and best practice Careers provision throughout the College, and to implement a Careers-focused learning programme which prepares students for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of life beyond school. This will be delivered through PSHCE, the Tutor Programme, Work Experience, individual guidance and events, in keeping with the Ratcliffe College mission statement ‘Learning and Growing in the Light of the Gospel’. 

• Line Manager: Assistant Head, Head of Sixth Form
• Functional Relationships with: Sixth Form Team, Head of PSHCE, Pastoral Heads of Section, Tutors
• Hours: 25 hours per week, over 3 or 4 days; 36 weeks per year (term times plus 2 weeks).
• Salary: £28,912

You will lead the strategic development and implementation of a comprehensive careers programme aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks, ensuring it is fully embedded within the wider curriculum and school ethos. As the College’s Careers expert, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality, impartial guidance, supporting students at key transition points and promoting ambitious and inclusive progression pathways.

Closing Date: 5pm Thursday 6th August 2026, however Ratcliffe College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing date therefore earlier application is advisable.

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We are seeking an organised and hands-on individual to support the smooth running of the Combined Cadet Force. This varied role involves overseeing the management of stores, equipment, and records, supporting training and camps, ensuring compliance and security, and contributing to a wide-ranging co-curricular programme including outdoor education and The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

Hours of Work

• Equivalent of 4 days per week, CCF SSI and Outdoor Education
• Equivalent of 1 day per week, Duke of Edinburgh Assistant Manager
• Hours of work will be agreed according to operational need with the Head of Outdoor Education. These may change throughout the year.
• Full-time. All holidays must be taken out of school terms.
• Some weekend working will be required for the CCF SSI, as will involvement in expeditions and exercises during the school holidays.
• It will be expected that the School Staff Instructor is available to support the College’s Summer School activities programme in addition to the College’s half-term boarding camps

Band 4, Point 15 of the Ratcliffe College Support Staff salary scale (FTE- £26,262). Actual- £24,039

Closing Date: 5pm Friday 3rd July 2026, however Ratcliffe College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing date therefore earlier application is advisable.

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Ratcliffe College is launching an exciting new nursery provision as an extension of our highly successful Preparatory School and Nursery (3+).

We are seeking an inspirational Nursery Manager to be the founding leader of this new setting, responsible for establishing and shaping a high-quality nursery and preschool for boys and girls aged 6 months to 4 years.

This is a rare and unique opportunity to build a nursery within a leading independent school environment, embedding Ratcliffe’s core values from the very beginning and creating an exceptional early years' experience.

This is an all year round permanent, full-time position. The operating hours for the nursery will be 7.45am to 6.00pm. The post holder will be entitled to 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.

The salary for this role will be competitive and will be based on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

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Closing Date: 28th August

Interviews Week Beginning 7th September