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WORK AT RYDE

The benefits of working at Ryde School are many. The School occupies a 17-acre site overlooking the Solent with a range of traditional and listed buildings alongside award- winning contemporary architecture.

Competitive salaries, private pension arrangements, salary sacrifice, access to electric car and health scheme memberships and to sailing, golfing and gym facilities. A daily lunch is prepared in house. These are some of the benefits enjoyed by staff, whilst working in a happy, rewarding and innovative environment focused on our motivated pupils and their achievements.

We enjoy a supportive culture at Ryde and professional development is actively encouraged. All staff and pupils are asked to strive to embody the School Motto of 'Ut Prosim' (to be of service) and the School values of Ambition, Responsibility, Courage and Respect in their work and interactions.

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
 

Current Vacancies

HEAD OF PREP

HEAD OF PREP

Full Time
Required for January 2026 or April 2026

Ryde School seeks to appoint a Head of Prep. The post holder will oversee the day-to-day running of the Prep section of the School (from ages 2-11) and be part of the wider School’s Senior Leadership Group. The successful candidate will be able to take up the post in January 2026, April 2026 or sooner.

Head of Prep Role Overview

Head of Prep Job Description 

Ryde School Teaching Application Form (PDF)
Ryde School Teaching Application Form (DOC)

Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and should be addressed to the Head Master:
Mr Will Turner, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE
Tel: 01983 617922
Email: tdg@rydeschool.net

The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 6th May 2025. Interviews will take place at the school shortly after.

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion.

Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer.
Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409

Teacher of Mathematics

TEACHER of MATHEMATICS
FULL-TIME / PART-TIME

Ryde School seeks to appoint a full-time or part-time Teacher of Mathematics to work in the Senior Section of the School (Year 7 to Sixth Form).  Candidates should be able to teach Mathematics to A Level and/or IBDP, with experience of teaching A Level Further Mathematics or IB Higher Level Mathematics desirable but not a requirement. All teaching staff at the School are expected to be outstanding practitioners in the classroom and to contribute to the busy co-curricular life in the School.

Teacher of Mathematics Job Description

The successful candidate will be able to take up the post in September 2025.
Applications forms are below:

Teaching Applications (DOC)

Teaching Application (PDF)

Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and should be addressed to the Head Master:
Mr Will Turner, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE
Tel: 01983 617922 Email: tdg@rydeschool.net

Closing date for applications: 12 Midday, Thursday 24th April. Previous applicants need not reapply. The School reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended.

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion.

Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer
Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409

PERFORMING ARTS TECHNICIAN

FULL TIME, TERM TIME (plus 4 weeks)
PERMANENT 

Ryde School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for children aged 2 -18 years old. We are currently looking to appoint a proactive and organised individual to work in our vibrant and flourishing Performing Arts department.

Our purpose is to provide an exceptional education on the Isle of Wight, enabling our boarding and day pupils to flourish in mind, body and soul. We nurture pupils to make a positive difference and embrace the opportunities of the wider world.

Reporting to the Director of Performing Arts, in this role you will collaborate closely in the planning and delivery of the co-curricular drama programme. This will include researching, designing and constructing sets and prop making for productions and curriculum Drama, as well as assisting with the planning, rigging and plotting of sound and lighting designs and other specialist theatre equipment.

With a keen enthusiasm for enhancing the classroom experience for our pupils, the successful candidate will use their passion for drama to support GCSE/A level/BTEC Performing Arts technical design pupils with their projects.  The post holder will also coordinate external bookings that take place in the Performing Arts Centre. Full responsibilities are detailed in the job description.

Performing Arts Technician Job Description  

Non-Teaching Staff Application Form (DOC)

Non-Teaching Staff Application Form (PDF)

In accordance with current legislation, candidates are required to fully complete a Ryde School Application Form. All applications must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees including the current employer. To satisfy the requirements for safer recruitment, we need to ask you for your full employment record. Details of any gaps between jobs or between finishing education and employment must be provided.  Hard copy application forms may also be collected from our Reception in Queen’s Road. Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and to be addressed to; Mrs Mandy Parry, HR Administrator, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde PO33 3BE. Email:  MJP@rydeschool.net

Applications are handled on an ongoing basis, early applications are therefore welcomed and encouraged as Ryde School reserves the right to withdraw this job advert should a suitable candidate be found.

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer.

Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409

ASSISTANT SENDCO

FULL TIME, TERM TIME

Required for September 2025

Ryde School seeks to appoint a well-qualified and experienced Assistant SENDCO to work closely with the Head of Learning Support (SENDCO) to help with the effective operation of the Learning Support Department and ensure excellent SEND provision from nursery to Year 8. The successful candidate will be able to take up the post in September 2025.

Assistant SENDCO Specification

Assistant SENDCO Job Description

Ryde School Teaching Application Form (PDF)

Ryde School Teaching Application Form (DOC)

Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and should be addressed to the Head Master:

Mr Will Turner, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE

Tel: 01983 617922

Email: tdg@rydeschool.net

The closing date for applications is midday on Thursday 8th May 2025. Interviews will take place at the school shortly after. 

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer.

Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409


Important Notes for Applicants

Ryde School, situated on the Isle of Wight, minutes from the mainland and international links yet also minutes from the beach, is a wonderful and rewarding place to work. Our pupils enjoy a fully-rounded education with a very wide range of extra-curricular activities that ensures they become confident, resilient and achieving young adults, ready to take on the world.

The benefits of working at Ryde School are many. The school occupies a 17 acre site overlooking the Solent with a range of traditional and listed buildings alongside award-winning contemporary architecture.  Competitive salaries, pension scheme and lunch during term time are amongst the benefits enjoyed by staff.

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Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references, confirmation of qualifications and DBS clearance.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer.

Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409

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Application Forms
 

Teaching Post Application Form (Word)

Teaching Post Application Form (PDF)

Non Teaching Post Application Form (Word)

Non Teaching Post Application Form (PDF)