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Head Of Wellbeing Job Description
With our continued commitment to outstanding pastoral care at Ballard, we are creating a new role; the Head of Wellbeing will have overall responsibility for the leadership, promotion, and development of the school’s wellbeing programme for all pupils (Reception – KS4). The post-holder will teach and take responsibility for the provision of Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) and Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) under the statutory guidance for schools. The post-holder will be the Deputy DSL and support the Deputy Head (Pastoral) with safeguarding issues across the school. Offering another subject would be desirable.
Working Hours: Full-time
How to apply:Applicants are asked to complete a Teaching Application Form, along with their letter of application, and send it, addressed to the Headmaster (recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk)
Deadline: 9.00am on Monday, 1st December 2025
Interviews: w/c 8th December 2025 or at a mutually convenient time
Start date: Summer Term 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to the school for interviews and will also have the opportunity to see the department, meet departmental staff, and demonstrate their teaching skills in the classroom.
Teacher of English Job Description
We are looking to recruit a talented Teacher of English to join our school to teach English from Years 6 to 11. The role could suit an ECT, or for a more experienced teacher, there is potential for the role to be Second in Charge of English.
Working Hours: 0.8FTE or Full time
How to apply: Applicants are asked to complete a Teaching Application Form, along with their letter of application, and send it, addressed to the Headmaster (recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk), to arrive no later than 9.00am on Friday, 5th December 2025. Please specify whether you are looking for 0.8FTE or full time.
Interviews: 8th/9th/10th December 2025
Start date: January 2026, although we will have interim cover in place (if required) so will wait for the right candidate. Latest start is at the beginning of the Summer Term 2026.
Interim Teacher Of English Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of English for a short-term contract while we recruit for the permanent position. You must be able to start in January 2026 and be available for a minimum of one term. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to apply for the permanent position if they wish to do so, which has the potential to be a Second in Charge position for the right candidate.
Working Hours: 0.8FTE or Full time
How to apply: Applicants are asked to complete a Teaching Application Form, along with their letter of application, and send it, addressed to the Headmaster (recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk), to arrive no later than 9.00am on Friday, 5th December 2025. Please specify whether you are looking for 0.8FTE or full time.
Interviews: 8th/9th/10th December 2025
Start date: Must be able to start on the 5th January 2026
MIS & Data Insights Manager Job Description
Ballard School seeks a reliable and efficient MIS & Data Insights Manager to ensure the effective use of data across the School to support academic excellence, operational efficiency, and compliance with statutory requirements. This will also include the management of the school’s core digital systems. This key role is supported by the Directors of Curriculum & Assessment and Teaching & Learning and the Examinations Officer.
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term time only plus 4 weeks outside term time.
How to apply: Applicants are asked to fully complete a Support Staff application form, and send it, along with their letter of application addressed to the Headmaster to recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk
Application deadline: 9.00am Monday, 1st December 2025
Interviews: w/c 1st December 2025 (flexible by mutual agreement)
Start Date: 5th January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Digital Marketing & Design Assistant Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and creative Digital Marketing and Design Assistant to help us grow the school roll by delivering engaging content, support and analyse campaigns and produce professional marketing materials. A big part of the role is capturing inspiring photography and video of our school in action, so the successful candidate must have the confidence to proactively navigate the school and engage with our staff and pupils, picking up stories and ideas on the way.
This is a full time, in school role (or a minimum of 4 days per week). The hours for this position are 30 – 37.5 hours per week, with 6 weeks paid holiday + bank holidays.
How to apply: Applicants are asked to fully complete a Support Staff application form, and send it, along with their letter of application addressed to the Headmaster to recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk.
Deadline: 9.00am Monday, 1st December 2025
Interviews: To be confirmed
Application Forms
Application Form Teaching
Application Form Support Staff
Additional Information
Recruitment Selection Disclosures Policy And Procedures
Procedure For Appointing Staff
Information For Prospective Staff
Ballard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.
Having completed your application form, please send to the School (Ballard School, Fernhill Lane, New Milton, Hants, BH25 5SU) or email recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk (Email is preferred).
