Staff Vacancies

We are currently seeking to appoint a Head of Design Technology to join Gosfield School. Since the construction of our brand new Design Technology workshop was completed in 2019 the subject has become one of the most popular in the School. The successful candidate will be able to teach Design Technology to all ages, from Primary up to A level and will have the knowledge, drive and passion to lead and further develop our Design and Technology provision.

We have a purpose built well equipped workshop designed for pupils who each have an individual workspace. The workshop contains traditional wood working machines such as: a bandsaw, bob sander, fret saws and a vacuum former, but also boasts CAD/CAM facilities for 3D printing, laser cutting and vinyl cutting. Supporting spaces include an IT suite with a clean space for graphic design work, 10 sewing machines and large cutting table for pattern drafting and textile design.

Gosfield is a small family School where you are free to teach and innovate in a gorgeous green environment, where everyone is treated with warm respect and where everyone strives to reach and exceed their personal best.

In addition to the Teacher Job Description, the Head of Department/Subject Co-ordinator has the following responsibilities:
1. To be responsible for the support and academic development of pupils within the department.
2. In consultation with other members of the department to be responsible for producing an annual Department Development Plan which
• Clearly identifies targets for the department consistent with the Whole School Development Plan
• Forms the basis for budget requirements relating to capitation, INSET funds and other resources
• Clearly identifies professional development requirements
3. To be responsible for ensuring that all resources, within the department are used to enhance the
effectiveness of teaching and learning. To engage in such Quality Assurance procedures required to monitor
and develop the quality of teaching and learning within the department.

Head Of D & T Application Pack March 2026

We are now seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of PE to join our Sports department.

It would be advantageous if the Teacher of PE is able to teach Football, Rugby and Cricket at Gosfield School, at both the Senior and Prep Schools. This position is suitable for all, including ECTs. The successful candidate will join a department of five full time, one part time members of staff, one Cricket Coach and two volunteers.

IPGCE PE Teacher Application Pack

Gosfield School are looking to appoint a Chef Manager who will be responsible for the operation of our catering service, delivering excellent standards of food quality. You should have a passion for providing children with a varied menu which encourages healthy, educated choices. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join the Gosfield school team.

You will need to be organised and calm under pressure, friendly and creative, confident being a Team Leader and working under your own initiative. You will have experience as a Catering Manager or part of a catering team and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of catering and health and safety legislation. A Hospitality and Catering NVQ level 3 or equivalent, including Level 3 food handling /food safety, is essential for this role.

We can offer you a friendly and supportive work environment, polite and happy customers and a chance to really make a difference to our children’s lunchtime experience.

Gosfield is a small family School where you are free to support and encourage children in a gorgeous green environment, where everyone is treated with warm respect and where everyone strives to reach and exceed their personal best.

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

The closing date for applications is 27 March 2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 30 March 2026.

Chef Manager Advert March 2026

Gosfield School are looking to appoint a Pastoral Assistant to provide high quality care for all pupils, act as a mentor for for targeted pupils and support the Pastoral Assistant Principal.

Gosfield is a small family School where you are free to support and encourage children in a gorgeous green environment, where everyone is treated with warm respect and where everyone strives to reach and exceed their personal best.

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Pastoral Assistant Application Pack

Gosfield School is an exceptional co-educational Independent School set in 110 acres of parkland, serving Colchester, Chelmsford, Sudbury and South Cambridge area. At the heart of our success is our commitment to a personal education tailored to your child. Our class sizes are small, averaging 15 to 20 pupils and never more.

Although not academically selective we offer all the advantages of close attention in the classroom and wide open adventure outside of it.

We wish to appoint a Minibus Driver to safely transport children to and from School, collecting and dropping off at various points on a given route. You will need to be available Monday to Friday during the school term time to work for two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon (10 hours per week). Flexibility to undertake additional, ad hoc driving work during the School day for fixtures, trips and other purposes is an advantage. Applicants must possess a D1(not 101) category licence and/or a CPC Licence.

This is a zero hours contract.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Thank you for your interest in this position.

Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.