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Conveniently located in the heart of England, close to Nottingham and Derby, Trent College and The Elms offer a fantastic place to work.

 

  • Trent College Main School

Current Vacancies

  • Exam Invigilator

    Exam Invigilator – multiple vacancies.

    £12.21 per hour.

    Trent is a successful selective day and boarding school where academic excellence, sporting achievement, musical accomplishment and participation in the arts are all highly prized.

    We require External Invigilators to work on a seasonal basis during the school exam periods, January, May and June each year. Reporting to the Examinations Officer, the post holders will work to ensure that examinations are conducted in accordance with relevant policy from the awarding body (Joint Council for Qualifications) and internal school procedure.

    Duties will include distributing exam question papers, completing attendance registers and collecting completed scripts. You will also be expected to ensure disruption within the exam room is kept to a minimum, dealing with any emergencies or irregularities appropriately.

    The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have a confident and reassuring presence and be able to cope well under pressure. Although previous invigilation experience is highly desirable, full training will be provided. Due to the casual, seasonal nature of the role, candidates must be flexible in order to meet the requirements of the school.

    Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure below.

    Recruitment Brochure

    To apply for this vacancy please download an application form and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter addressed to Georgina Holland.

    Application Form

    Closing date for applications: Friday 17 October 2025 at 09.00.

    The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

  • Music Administrator

    Music Administrator

    Full Time Permanent

    £12.27 per hour

    Trent College is a successful, selective day and boarding school where academic excellence, sporting achievement, musical accomplishment and participation in the arts are all highly prized.

    We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and highly organised  Administrator to provide comprehensive support to the Music Department.

    The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have a confident and reassuring presence and be able to cope well under pressure. Although previous experience is desirable, full training will be provided.

    Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure below:

    Recruitment Brochure

    To apply for this vacancy please download an application form:

    Application Form

    and email it to recruitment@trentcollege.net along with a covering letter addressed to Nick Parrans-Smith, Director of Music.

    We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes a generous school fee discount, parking and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

    Closing date for applications:  20th October 2025

    We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a volume of strong and suitable applications.

     

    The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

     

Our benefits

Working within a beautiful campus

24/7 online GP consultations

Use of leisure facilities

Counselling support

Access to free refreshments

Free lunch*

Discounted school fees

Welcoming community

Contributory pension

24/7 online dentist consultations

Life assurance cover

Cycle to work scheme

Occupational maternity pay

*Depending on hours of work.

Notice to all candidates – for appointment to any post at this school

Trent College and The Elms are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note, should your application be successful a full range of vetting checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS check.

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