Learning Support Assistants

Salary: Scale B – from £24,796 -£25,128 (Full Time Equivalent)

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Full Time (Final hours to be agreed at interview, 39 weeks per annum)

Please click the link below to view the Candidate Application Pack 

CANDIDATE APPLICATION PACK

We have a number of vacancies in our SEN department to support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs at KS3/KS4 in a mainstream context. The post holder will work with students who have learning, social and behavioural difficulties and support them across the curriculum.

The ideal candidates should demonstrate resilience, initiative, patience and a passion for working with and assisting young people to learn.  There are good opportunities for career progression and previous experience is not essential. Candidates must have proven literacy and numeracy skills, equivalent to GCSE grade C and above.

This post is particularly aimed at those looking to gain experience of working in a secondary school setting or at graduates considering a future career in teaching. The role of the Learning Support Assistant is valued by pupils, parents and staff at Toynbee.

We offer all our staff:

• BUPA Health Care
• Wellbeing Day
• An extensive CPD and Induction programme
• Excellent facilities
• Access to Simplyhealth benefits
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A support team environment
• Free Parking

Toynbee School is an expanding school with consistently high achievement and progress across all subjects. The school was categorized as ‘Good’ by OFSTED in November 2024

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. Please note that CVs will not be considered.

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date: 12th January 2026

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.”

Receptionist

Salary: EHCC Scale C is £25,186 – 26,244 FT

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Hours: Part Time (Term Time only – 24 hours)

Please click the link below to view the Candidate Application Pack 

CANDIDATE APPLICATION PACK

We are looking to appoint an efficient, reliable, and hardworking Receptionist. This is a unique opportunity to work as a crucial part of a thriving and successful support staff team in a busy and productive school office. The successful candidate will act as first point of contact for all parents and visitors, in addition to working closely with staff and pupils across the school. No two days will be the same.

We are looking for a proactive candidate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates should also have a good level of literacy and numeracy (equivalent to at least a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English).

We are looking for someone to work Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 08:00 – 16:30 as part of a job share. We are also open to mornings only for the right candidates.

We offer all our staff:

In return we offer:

·         An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration team

·         Private BUPA Healthcare

·         An extensive CPD and induction programme

·         1 Wellbeing day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement

·         Local Government Pension Scheme

·         Free parking

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school that is building on its already successful results and reputation within the local community. We have an excellent track record of developing and supporting our staff to progress both professionally and in their careers.

Previous experience of working in a school is not essential, full training on all our school systems will be provided as part of our staff induction programme.

Toynbee School is an expanding school with consistently high achievement and progress across all subjects. The school was categorized as ‘Good’ by OFSTED in November 2024

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. 

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date: 26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.”

Cook

Salary: EHCC Scale C is £25,186 – 26,244 FTE

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Hours: 30 hours per week, 40 weeks per annum, term time plus 1 weeks 8:00-14:30 – 30-minute unpaid break

Please click the link below to view the Candidate Application Pack 

CANDIDATE APPLICATION PACK

We are looking to appoint two enthusiastic and dedicated Cook’s to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the daily operation of The Kitchen, helping us deliver a high-quality, healthy, and sustainable dining experience for our school community.

Launched in September 2025, The Kitchen at Toynbee School is our in-house catering service for pupils, staff, and visitors. Our vision is to create a vibrant, sustainable dining experience — from nutritious main meals to convenient “on the go” options — that supports health and wellbeing across our whole community. We are committed to serving high-quality, locally sourced meals that promote health, celebrate variety, and respect the planet. By offering outstanding value for money and ensuring every stakeholder — especially the most vulnerable — enjoys the best meal of their day, we aim to build a welcoming and supportive food culture that fosters community, wellbeing, and a lifelong love of good food.

As Cook, you will play a key role in helping deliver this vision. Working under the direction of the Catering Manager, you will support with food preparation, service, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working environment. This will include preparing food items such as sandwiches, salads, and snacks; serving meals to pupils and staff; operating tills during busy service periods; and carrying out routine cleaning duties to ensure the kitchen and dining areas meet high standards of hygiene and safety.

The successful candidate will:

· Be passionate about food, sustainability, and supporting young people’s health and wellbeing.

· Have experience working in a catering or food-service environment.

· Be a reliable team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.

· Demonstrate excellent standards of hygiene, safety, and organisation.

· Be confident in completing daily tasks such as food preparation, cleaning, and till operation.

· Be adaptable, positive, and able to work effectively in a busy environment.

Whilst previous experience in a school setting is not essential, an interest in supporting young people and a commitment to high-quality service is highly valued.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that is not only proud of its strong reputation and success in the community but also committed to investing in its people. We have an excellent track record of developing and supporting our staff to progress both professionally and in their careers.

In return we offer the following :

• An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration and premises team
• An extensive CPD and induction programme
• Private Bupa Healthcare
• 1 personal day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking

We reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable interest.

Candidate Application Pack and Application Form: www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies CVs will not be accepted.

Toynbee School Website: www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk

Contact us: 023 80269026 or recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk

Closing Date: 26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.”

Senior Site Manager

Salary: EHCC Grade E (Full time £33,178 - £36,369)

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Hours: Part or Full time (20 - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)

We are looking for a Senior Site Manager who is positive, proactive, reliable, and practical to join our dedicated team. This role is critical in ensuring our site remains clean, safe, and well-maintained, delivering the highest possible standards for pupils, visitors, and colleagues. You will lead the Site Team in partnership with the other Senior Site Manager, taking pride in the appearance and functionality of our school.

Our expectation is school community satisfaction for service delivery, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment and supporting a wide range of school activities and events.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead and manage the site team to maintain the building fabric and grounds to the highest standard.

· Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across the site.

· Act as a key holder with responsibility for site security during your working hours.

· Support community users at weekends, ensuring booked facilities are accessible and ready for use.

· Work collaboratively with colleagues to support school activities and projects.

What We’re Looking For

· A positive, practical approach and a strong sense of pride in your work.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Flexibility and good interpersonal skills to relate well to pupils, staff, and visitors.

· Previous experience in site management or a similar role is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

 Working Pattern

· Saturday: 08:00 – 18:00

· Sunday: 08:00 – 18:00

· We would be open to a part time applicant completing 2-5 days inclusive of the weekend. (There may be occasions where hours vary to cover annual leave, sickness, or school events.)

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-presented school environment for our community.

In return we offer the following :

· An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration and premises team·

· An extensive CPD and induction programme·

· Private Bupa Healthcare

· 1 personal day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· Free parking

 We reserve the right to end this advert earlier depending on applications received

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. 

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date: 26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks."

Head Gardener

Salary: EHCC Grade E (Full time £33,178 - £36,369)

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Hours: Part or Full time (20 - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)

We are looking for a Head Gardener who is passionate, proactive, and reliable to join our team and lead the development of our grounds and gardens. Since bringing grounds maintenance in-house in April 2025, this role is central to shaping and enhancing our outdoor spaces, ensuring they are welcoming, safe, and maintained to the highest standard for pupils, staff, and visitors.

As Head Gardener, you will take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful, functional grounds that reflect the character of our school. You will also play a key role in supporting community access at weekends, ensuring facilities are available for those who have booked them.

We are committed to creating outdoor spaces that are not only visually appealing but also sustainable and rich in biodiversity. The Head Gardener will lead initiatives to:

· Develop gardens and green spaces that encourage wildlife and support pollinators.

· Introduce sustainable practices such as composting, water conservation, and eco-friendly planting.

· Create areas that promote outdoor learning and wellbeing for pupils and the wider community.

· Ensure the grounds reflect our values of environmental responsibility and long-term stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the development and maintenance of the school’s grounds and gardens, creating attractive and sustainable outdoor spaces.

· Ensure all areas are safe, tidy, and compliant with health and safety standards.

· Support community users at weekends, ensuring booked facilities are accessible and ready for use.

· Work collaboratively with the site team to support school activities and events.

· Act as a key holder, with responsibility for site security during your working hours.

What We’re Looking For

· A positive, practical approach and a strong sense of pride in your work.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Flexibility and good interpersonal skills to relate well to pupils, staff, and visitors.

· Experience in grounds or garden maintenance is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Working Pattern

· Saturday: 08:00 – 18:00

· Sunday: 08:00 – 18:00

· We would be open to a part time applicant completing 2-5 days inclusive of the weekend. (There may be occasions where hours vary to cover annual leave, sickness, or school events.)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a visible impact on our school environment and community experience while championing sustainability and biodiversity.

In return we offer the following :

· An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration and premises team·

· An extensive CPD and induction programme·

· Private Bupa Healthcare

· 1 personal day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· Free parking

We reserve the right to end this advert earlier depending on applications received

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. 

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date: 26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks along with other relevant employment checks.”

Site Manager

Salary: EHCC Grade D (£27,780 - £30,564) + 17% shift allowance

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Hours: Full time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)

We are looking for a Site Manager who is positive, proactive, reliable, and practical to join our dedicated team. This role is critical in ensuring our site remains safe, well-maintained, and continually improving to meet the needs of pupils, staff, and the wider community. Led by the Senior Site Manager, you will work as part of the site team to support the smooth running of the school and help deliver a high-quality environment for learning and community use.

Key Responsibilities

· Take a proactive role in developing the site and improving facilities, ensuring the school environment is functional, attractive, and fit for purpose.

· Plan and deliver improvements to the building fabric and grounds, working with colleagues to prioritise projects.

· Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across the site.

· Act as a key holder with responsibility for site security during your working hours.

· Engage with community users during evening and weekend shifts, ensuring booked facilities are accessible and ready for use.

· Support school activities and events, working flexibly to meet operational needs.

What We’re Looking For

· A positive, practical approach and a strong sense of pride in your work.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Flexibility and good interpersonal skills to relate well to pupils, staff, and visitors.

· Previous experience in site management or a similar role is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Working Pattern

This role operates on a 4-week rotating shift pattern with a 17% shift allowance to reflect flexibility and weekend working. Shifts include:

· Weekday shifts:

• 06:00 – 14:00
• 09:00 – 17:00
• 14:00 – 22:00

· Weekend shifts (Plus 2–3 additional weekdays to make up contracted hours)

• Saturday & Sunday: 08:00 – 18:00

There may be occasions where hours vary to cover annual leave, sickness, or school events.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in developing and improving our facilities, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and well-presented school environment for our community.

In return we offer the following :

· An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration and premises team·

· An extensive CPD and induction programme·

· Private Bupa Healthcare

· 1 personal day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· Free parking

We reserve the right to end this advert earlier depending on applications received

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. 

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date: 26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

  “Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks along with other relevant employment checks.”

Community Assistant

Salary: £15.84 per hour

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Toynbee School has a very strong community function operating 7 days a week, 360 days a year. We are looking for a Community Assistant to support our very successful Community function, which has grown significantly in the last 3 years. Reporting to our Community Manager, your main role will be the first point of contact for all community customers, ensuring they have everything they need for their hire, always keeping the site presentable and ensuring security of the site i.e. locking and unlocking the site. We also operate a Community Café serving drinks and snacks to customers.

The hours for this role are weekdays, 17:00 – 22:30 and weekends 08:00 – 16:00. We are looking for more than one person and would not expect these hours to sit with one individual.

We are looking for a proactive individual with excellent IT skills, specifically data processing and Office 365. Strong organisational skills, along with the ability to work to deadlines, are essential. Candidates should have a good level of literacy and numeracy (equivalent to at least a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English) and excellent inter-personal skills.

Full training will be provided for the right candidate.

In return we offer the following :

· An inspirational, talented, committed staff, including a strong administration and premises team·

· An extensive CPD and induction programme·

· Private Bupa Healthcare

· 1 personal day per year in addition to your annual leave entitlement

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· Free parking

We reserve the right to end this advert earlier depending on applications received.

CVs will not be considered, only applications made using the Support Staff Application Form can be accepted.

Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. 

Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.

Closing Date:26th January 2026

Interview Date: Candidates will be contacted should they be shortlisted.

Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks along with other relevant employment checks.”