Professional and support jobs

There are a wide range of professional and support roles available in Hertfordshire schools, trusts and settings, many offering flexible working options. This section encompasses classroom support roles as well as jobs in administraton, finance, premises, HR and more. Find your next challenge today:

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Alongside teachers and curriculum leaders, there are a huge number of other professional and support staff working in an educational setting to ensure the best outcomes and experiences for our children and young people.

With many roles in school administration, finance, HR, premises and IT offered on a flexible or part time basis, and most offering the chance to take advantage of extensive school holidays, this can be an attractive as well as a rewarding sector to work in. Hertfordshire schools consistently attract professional people seeking a career change for a better work-life balance and the chance to 'give something back'.

Whether you are an experienced professional looking to transition into the education sector, or are just starting out in your career and keen to work in an environment where you can help make a difference to the lives of children and young people, our platform offers valuable resources and support to navigate the application process and secure a rewarding position. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in educational support and join Teach in Herts today!

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  • Director of Finance

    St Albans Education Group

    St Albans District Full time

    Competitive salary

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Permanent Full-time, 52 weeks per year Competitive salary Required from March 2025 St Albans Education Group (STAEG) is a group of vibrant schools supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents, alumni and friends. It is important that ...

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  • Caretaker

    Birchwood High School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £24,790.00 Annually (Actual) Grade H3, SCP 5 (Range5-6) – £24,790 per annum plus £706 outer fringe allowance

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    We are seeking to appoint, for January 2025, an experienced Caretaker to join our site team and be responsible for ensuring the school grounds and buildings are clean and well maintained as a safe and healthy environment for all users of the school premises. You will make a significant contribution ...

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  • Additional Support Needs Assistant

    Oughton Primary and Nursery School

    North Hertfordshire District Part time

    H3 SCP 6

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Oughton Primary and Nursery School is friendly, supportive and nurturing, where children thrive and succeed, fulfilling their potential. We promote the enjoyment of learning that caters for the needs of each child. We take pride in being a happy school, providing a stimulating curriculum in a safe, ...

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  • Facilities Manager

    Beaumont School

    St Albans District Full time

    £41,050.00 Annually (FTE) If 41 week contract preferred, actual salary would equate to £38,055 plus fringe

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    This pivotal Facilities Manager role leads the facilities and site management of Beaumont School, ensuring safety and compliance in all areas. Acting as line manager to a site team of 6 employees, the role holder will ensure that a wide range of premises and site issues are resolved proactively and ...

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  • Exam Invigilators

    Robert Barclay Academy

    Scholars' Education Trust

    Broxbourne Borough Part time

    £11.44 + holiday pay

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Robert Barclay Academy – Hoddesdon Exam Invigilators £11.44 + holiday pay Start date- February / March 2025 Robert Barclay Academy is looking to appoint additional members to its team of committed and friendly exam invigilators.  The main external examination season ru...

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  • Teaching Assistant

    Parkgate Infants' & Nursery School

    Watford Borough Full / part time

    £24,027 - £24,790H2 pro-rata

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    We are excited to announce that Parkgate Infants and Nursery School is looking for a new teaching assistant to join our team. The position is a full time position 8.30am - 3.30pm with a half an hour break, term time only. As a 2-form entry school, we pride ourselves on maintaining a ‘good...

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  • Learning Support Practitioner

    De Havilland Primary School

    Danes Educational Trust

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Part time

    £24,790.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary including fringe allowance - £19,450.53

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    We are looking for a talented Learning Support Practitioner to work with teachers to support teaching and learning across our school.Danes Educational Trust is a multi-academy trust working to develop optimistic, resilient learners and valued, empowered staff through local, national and global partn...

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  • Office Administrator & Head's PA

    St Hilda's School

    St Albans District Full time

    £20,995 - £23,639Own salary scale, aligned with Herts Pay Scale

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 10:00 AM

    Position required from 1st February 2025 Term time only, 37 weeks only*, Full time Hours 8am - 4.30pm *3 weeks more holiday than state sector education jobs. St Hilda's is a unique small prep School nestled in the lanes in Harpenden, it is a wonderful place to be schooled and equal...

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  • Play Assistant

    Garden Fields J M I School

    Ambition Education Trust

    St Albans District Part time

    £23,656.00 - £24,404.00 Annually (FTE) H1

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 12:00 PM

    We are looking for before and after-school club Play Assistants to join The Hub, our wrap around care provision at Garden Fields School.We started up in January 2019 and have gone from strength to strength! We are looking for play assistants to join our team. You do not need to have an education bac...

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  • Midday Supervisory Assistant

    Garden Fields J M I School

    Ambition Education Trust

    St Albans District Part time

    £23,656 - £23,656Term time only, FTE annually

    Closing date: 20th Jan 2025 12:00 PM

    This is a wonderful opportunity to join a great school, with a fantastic, supportive staff team. Current Vacancy: 1.5 hours per day, Monday - Friday, 12.15 - 13.45 , term -time only.   We are currently a three form of entry school in years three to six, and two form entry in Y...

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