Working With Us

Working With Us

The Cavendish School is a warm, supportive and collaborative place to work, where staff are valued as an important part of our close-knit school community.

Colleagues work together with professionalism, kindness and a shared commitment to providing an outstanding education and nurturing environment for our pupils.

We are proud to offer a positive working atmosphere, supportive leadership, enjoyable school lunches and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of the girls and families in our care. Staff wellbeing and professional fulfilment are important to us, and many members of our team remain with the school for many years.

As vacancies arise only occasionally, any opportunities to join The Cavendish School community, together with application details, will be advertised on this page.

Site Manager

Site Manager

We are looking for a resourceful, reliable, well-organised and flexible individual to join the staff of our unique, friendly and highly regarded GSA and IAPS School from September 2026. The post holder will be responsible for a wide range of duties connected with the upkeep of the school site, supporting the daily operational needs of the school and ensuring it is a safe place for all members of our school community.

We seek someone with experience in managing a school or similar premises, with previous health and safety and building services (such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry) knowledge and experience. The post holder will also be responsible for the day-to-day caretaking duties of the school. You will also have strong organisational and IT skills and excellent communication skills. You will need the ability to work independently and take initiative, as well as collaborate effectively within a small support staff team.

We welcome applications from applicants who do not have experience in all areas of the job description, as training will be offered to the successful candidate.

The role is a full-time, all-year-round position, working 40 hours per week from 7am to 4pm.

The salary offered will be in the region of £35-£40k, depending on experience.

If you have any questions about this role, please send an email to Mrs Kerry Dignan at hrcomp@cavendish-school.co.uk. To apply for the role, please see the TES advert: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/site-manager-camden-2334880 and upload your completed application form onto the TES platform.

Visits by prior arrangement are welcome.

The closing date for applications is Monday 3rd August, although applications will be processed as they are received.

The date of interviews is Tuesday 11th August. References will be requested for candidates invited for interview prior to this date.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Online and social media checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Data Administrator & School Office Receptionist
Data Administrator & School Office Receptionist
We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic, well-organised person to join the staff of our unique, friendly and highly regarded GSA and IAPS School from September 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. We require someone with a friendly, approachable and welcoming demeanour. The post holder will work closely with the Head’s Executive PA & School Secretary and play a vital frontline role in the day-to-day running of our busy School Office and in supporting pupils, parents, visitors and staff.
To succeed, you will have the ability to work as part of a team and to initiate and maintain highly positive and effective working relationships with others. You will also have a confident telephone manner, strong IT/typing skills, good practical knowledge of Microsoft Office, good written skills, excellent attention to detail and be meticulously organised. Other requirements are the ability to handle responsibility and manage your time and work to multi-task and deliver against agreed deadlines.
Aptitude for the role and an ability to learn quickly are more important than previous administrative or school experience.
This role is a full-time position with working hours of 10am-6pm Monday-Friday; with reduced hours in the School holidays.

The salary offered is flexible and will be set to attract applicants of high calibre and potential.

First aid training is required and will be provided for the successful applicant.
To express your interest in this role and to receive an application pack, please send an email to Mrs Kerry Dignan at hrcomp@cavendish-school.co.uk
Visits by prior arrangement are welcome.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 1st September 2026, although applications will be processed as they are received. The date of interviews is Wednesday 9th September 2026. References will be requested for candidates invited for interview prior to this date.
 
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Online and social media checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
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