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A Foundation for Life

The Princethorpe Foundation is a great place to work - across our four schools we have over 200 talented members of staff, in a variety of teaching and support roles.

The Foundation values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package including discounted school places, a pension scheme, child care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme.

If you are interested in joining our friendly and professional team check this page regularly for new vacancies.

Teaching at Princethorpe

If you are interested in teaching opportunities at Princethorpe College why not take a look at our new Teaching at Princethorpe College brochure, please click here.

Our next Taste of Teaching at Princethorpe event will take place on Thursday 25 February 2021. Further details will follow shortly.

Training To Become A Teacher at Princethorpe

As well as employing experienced teachers, the College is interested in recruiting good graduates who have a desire to enter the teaching profession. Opportunities are available in various subjects for the right candidate, whether straight out of university or looking for a career change.

Though our association with the Lion Alliance, we offer a year’s training as part of the School Direct scheme, leading to QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). Placements would be at Princethorpe and also other schools within the Lion Alliance. Our training is supported by Warwick University and by our experienced mentors within the college. Successful applicants are able to apply for bursaries and scholarships for certain subjects.

For further information and support with your application contact Dr Liz Pyne (Assistant Head - Teaching and Learning). 

lizpyne@princethorpe.co.uk

Current Vacancies

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  • Headteacher

    Posted:
    03 Oct25/10/03 00:00:00

    Closing:
    03 Nov25/11/03 00:00:00

    Crescent School

    Crescent School (IAPS and ISA) is an independent preparatory co-educational day school for around 190 pupils aged 4 to 11 years. Located in Bilton, Rugby it is a key pillar of the Princethorpe Foundation. Crescent is renowned for being a genuinely caring community where every child is given the opportunity to shine and be the best they can be.

    Required for September 2026 we are looking for someone who is well qualified, hard-working, efficient, resilient and organised, with strong leadership and management skills and a record of outstanding success in the classroom.

    The post arises with the retirement of current Headteacher, Joe Thackway, after nine years of outstanding service during which time Crescent School has gone from strength to strength.

    The successful candidate will be a strong team player, have the ability to earn the respect of pupils, staff and parents and uphold high standards. They will support and sustain the ethos of the school and have the drive, determination and vision to ensure Crescent School continues to flourish.

    The successful candidate may be working currently in the independent or maintained sector. This is a full-time position.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a Foundation that values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package including discounted places for staff, a pension scheme and a cycle to work scheme. The Foundation has its own leadership pay scale.

    Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 3 November

    Longlist interviews: via TEAMs on Thursday 6 November

    Shortlist interviews: At Crescent School and Princethorpe College on Monday 10 November

    Application: To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a Princethorpe Foundation application form, together with a CV and covering letter detailing your personal qualities, experience and how you meet the person specification for the role. Applicants must ensure the application form is fully completed, including a detailed career history with specific dates.

    Please click here for more information and application via our recruitment portal

    The Foundation is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

    Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1087124

     

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