Work with us - Calne Independent Schools

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Work with us - Calne Independent Schools
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Work with us
Working at St Mary’s Calne, St Margaret’s Calne and our Sports Club means being part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community united by a shared commitment to excellence. Join a community that champions excellence, nurtures ambition and values every individual.
We
champion excellence, nurturing ambition and values
in our colleagues and pupils
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Why work with us?
Our people and culture
Professional development
Life in Wiltshire
Staff benefits
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Vacancies
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Why work with us?
At Calne our staff make a difference every day. They share a deep commitment to exceptional standards and outstanding care and a believe that education should inspire curiosity and confidence in equal measure. With world-class facilities, professional development opportunities and a culture rooted in courage, curiosity and compassion, we offer an exceptional environment to grow, contribute and belong.
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Our people and culture
Our staff are the heartbeat of our schools and sports club. From our outstanding teachers and dedicated pastoral teams to our professional support staff and sports leaders, every individual plays an important role in shaping a community where people can thrive.
Our culture is built on mutual respect, trust and a shared commitment to excellence. Collaboration and creativity are encouraged at every level, fostering an environment where ideas are valued and innovation flourishes. Together, we’re united by a common purpose: to inspire us all to achieve our best and to take pride in what we do.
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Life in Wiltshire
Set within 27 acres of beautiful Wiltshire countryside, St Mary’s Calne offers the serenity of rural life alongside the convenience of strong transport links.
The campus provides a peaceful and inspiring environment, while nearby towns, cities and major routes ensure the school remains easily accessible and well connected.
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Staff benefits
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive range of benefits that reflect the value we place on our colleagues and the essential role they play within our community. From professional development to wellbeing support, every benefit is designed to reward, support and invest in our dedicated team.
For employees of St Mary’s Calne and St Margaret’s Calne we offer:
School Library membership
Competitive pension schemes for all staff, with generous employer contributions
Professional development – we are committed to supporting everyone in our community to personal fulfilment and professional growth. This includes ongoing CPD and INSET training.
Discounted membership at the St Mary’s Sports Club for staff and their families
Staff fee remission for children educated at St Mary’s Calne or St Margaret’s Prep (available to permanent staff only)
Complimentary meals during term time while on duty
Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential support for financial, legal and wellbeing matters
Employee life cover (death in service)
Free on-site parking
Apply to work with us
We’re committed to a recruitment process that is open, fair and transparent. To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications should be sent to the email address specified in the job description. We are unable to consider applications submitted without a completed form, or with a CV only.
Return your completed application to us by the closing date by email to
[email protected]
or by post to St Mary’s Calne (Recruitment), 63 Curzon St, Calne, SN11 0DF
All applications will be acknowledged. Candidates invited to interview should review our
Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy
before attending.
We understand that applicants, particularly those from underrepresented groups, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every listed criterion. If you believe your skills and experience align with our values and the overall purpose of the role, we warmly encourage you to apply.
Current teaching vacancies
Thank you for your interest in joining St Mary’s Calne. We’re always delighted to hear from talented, passionate individuals who share our values and commitment to excellence. Our vacancies are listed here when available. If there are no current opportunities, please do check back soon.
We may interview or appoint candidates before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To ensure consideration, please submit your application as early as possible.
There are no current teaching vacancies.
Current professional and operational vacancies
St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. Due to the nature of the work involved, the successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and will be subject to internet and social media searches.
We may interview or appoint candidates before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To ensure consideration, please submit your application as early as possible.
School Chef
2 x Vacancies (1 x all-year-round, 1 x term-time), Permanent
We have immediate opportunities for 2 new Chefs to join our team. Food is a hugely important part of our school community, and we are looking for enthusiastic candidates with a love of catering to be part of the team that delivers this important function. Applicants should be appropriately qualified or experienced, and hold, as a minimum, Food Hygiene level 2.
Salary:
SA16 £28,324 FTE
Closing date:
9am, Tuesday 5 May 2026
Applicants may be called in interview earlier than the closing date
Interview dates:
Offered as applicants are assessed
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