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The Princethorpe Foundation

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

  • Administrator / Receptionist

    Posted:
    16 Apr24/04/16 00:00:00

    Closing:
    29 Apr24/04/29 00:00:00

    Princethorpe College

    Required to cover maternity leave from 8 July 2024 to potentially 4 October 2025, and to work within our busy reception area as a part-time Administrator/Receptionist.

    The position involves a mixture of administrative support and reception duties. The post holder will play a key part in answering general incoming telephone calls and visitor enquiries and liaising with pupils and parents and will need to balance general duties with providing comprehensive administrative support to a mixture of staff, including some senior management. Building up a good general knowledge of the workings of the school is a key requisite for the success of this post. 

    Some duties outside of reception may be included, with flexibility on the postholders part being essential to this post. 

    The closing date for applications is Monday 29 April 2024, at 9.00am. Interviews are likely to be later in the week or early the following week, at Princethorpe College.

    Application: To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a 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 to apply 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

    Interested candidates should ideally have experience in a similar position and will have excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills; the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines in a fast-paced environment; will be articulate, friendly, professional and well presented, and a team player. Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, are essential.