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Join the Independent School of the Year (South)

Ballard is a thriving multi-award-winning co-educational day school set in 34 acres on the Hampshire and Dorset border, between the New Forest and the Solent. Named Independent School of the Year 2026/27, it was also Co-educational School of the Year 2024/25.

Ballard continues to achieve excellent academic outcomes while offering a broad and ambitious curriculum alongside outstanding opportunities in sport, the creative arts and performing arts. With exciting plans in place, there has never been a better time to join this happy and successful school.
We look forward to welcoming you.
“I was drawn to Ballard’s superb reputation for nurturing the whole child. The school’s commitment to offering an exceptional range of co‑curricular activities really stood out to me. It reflects a genuine belief in supporting individual talents, interests, and strengths. It felt like the kind of environment where children are encouraged to flourish in every sense.”

 

“From the second I stepped foot into the school when I came to look around it had such a welcoming feel.  I love the motto of ‘bespoke education’ as it ties in so strongly with my own ethos of seeing each child as an individual on their own journey.”

 

“The opportunity to work in an award-winning, nationally recognised school does not present itself that often, underpinned with a ‘bespoke attitude to education’- something that I feel passionately about. Therefore, after spending an initial day here, I did not hesitate with my application to join the ‘Ballard Family’.” 

 

CATERING ASSISTANT (PART-TIME, TERM-TIME ONLY)

You can view the job description here – Catering Assistant
We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and professional Catering Assistant to join our friendly and hardworking Catering Team as soon as possible.
Working as part of a dedicated Catering Team the successful candidate will help support the day-to-day operation of our busy school kitchen, helping to provide healthy and nutritious meals to pupils and staff while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and customer service.
Applicants should possess excellent teamwork and communication skills, a positive and approachable manner, attention to detail and a willingness to contribute to the smooth running of the school’s catering operation. Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service would be advantageous but is not essential.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 19 hours per week (term-time only plus an additional week during the holidays)

11.00am to 2.30pm on two days per week

11.00am – 4.30pm on two days per week

9.30am to 2.30pm on one day per week

Salary: £12.71 per hour
You can view the full job description here – Catering Assistant
Please send your completed Support Staff Application Form and covering letter to:
recruitment@ballardschool.co.uk
Deadline: 9.00am, Wednesday 18th November 2026
Interviews: To be arranged upon receipt of suitable applications
Start date: As soon as possible

Application Forms

Application Form Teaching Staff

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).

Ballard News

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Ballard School Named Regional Independent School of the Year: South

Ballard School Named Regional Independent School of the Year: South

With judges praising how our pupils are encouraged to engage with, contribute to, and help shape the world around them, there has never been a better time to join.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join our multi-award-winning school.

Year 7 Registration Deadline: 2 November
Year 9 Registration Deadline: 9 November
Reception Registration Deadline: 15 January

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