Working at Concord

Concord is not only home to almost 600 young people from around the world, it is the place of work (and in some cases also home) to around 340 staff. Everyone at Concord is an important and valued member of the community, students, and staff alike.

working at concord

As a school with a beautiful campus, exceptional facilities and of course boarding students, we have an unusually broad range of roles available.  

 

All of our staff benefit from working in a beautiful and respectful environment, alongside motivated colleagues. We have first class facilities, excellent working conditions and pay rates, and are committed to excellence in everything we do. Other benefits of being part of the Concord team include complimentary lunch for those working at college that day (with a wide choice of international cuisine), access to gym facilities and onsite parking – including two spaces with electric vehicle charging.

Our teams include teaching staff, academic management, pastoral, administrative and professional services, domestic services, estates, grounds and catering, medical, security and IT services. Each has a vital role in making Concord the exceptional place that it is and helping our students to thrive.

If you think working in our vibrant and friendly school might be for you, please take a look at the job vacancies on offer below:

Teaching Vacancies

There are currently no teaching vacancies.

Support Staff Vacancies

Kitchen Assistant (Term-time only)

We are seeking to appoint a Kitchen Assistant to work in our Catering Department. Reporting to the Executive Chef Manager, the postholder will provide support in the preparation, presentation and serving of food.

Previous experience is not necessary but would be an advantage. The working week is based on 35 hours, to be worked term-time (32 weeks per year) on a rota basis which will include some evening and weekend cover.

In addition to a competitive salary, other benefits include the provision of lunch when on duty, a defined contribution pension scheme, income protection and life assurance schemes.

The closing date for applications is midday on Wednesday 16 September 2026.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Application form: Application Form (Sep 2023)

Information for applicants: Information for Applicants

Job description: Job Description – Kitchen Assistant TTO – 04.09.26

For further information please contact our HR Department by email: recruitment@concordcollege.org.uk or tel:  01694 731631

Please note CVs will only be accepted if submitted with a fully completed and detailed application form.

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the diversity of our student body. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the students. The successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

Concord College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  Child protection screening is undertaken which includes checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Domestic Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a Domestic Assistant to work in our Domestic Services Department to enhance the daily delivery of our exceptional cleanliness standards across the campus. Working as part of a team of around 40 Domestic staff, each team member takes responsibility for a specific area, classrooms, boarding residencies, laundry, offices etc to aid motivation.

Previous experience is not necessary but would be an advantage. Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3.45pm with an unpaid 15-minute tea break and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break each day (total: 40 hours per week).

The rate of pay is £12.87 per hour. Concord College offers a range of other benefits, including participation in a defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution, an Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance cover, a cash health plan, free parking, income protection and reduced school fees (subject to your child being awarded a place at Concord College). You will also be entitled to a complimentary meal when the kitchen is in operation.

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 21 September 2026.

Applications will, however, be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close this advertisement earlier than the date stated above should we appoint a suitable candidate. Previous applicants need not apply.

Application form: Application Form (Sep 2023)

Information for applicants: Information for Applicants

Job Description: Job Description – Domestic Assistant – September 2026

For further information please contact our HR Department by email: recruitment@concordcollege.org.uk or tel:  01694 731631

Please note CVs will only be accepted if submitted with a fully completed and detailed application form.

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the diversity of our student body. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the students. The successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

Concord College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  Child protection screening is undertaken which includes checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Weekend Duty Porter

Weekend Duty Porters are responsible for the security of the campus and the supervision and pastoral care of the students. This role includes registering students at specified times of the day, driving college vehicles to locations and when external medical help is needed, acting Duty Fire Officer and a wide variety of other duties.

The successful candidate will be knowledgeable, personable and possess a real drive to deliver the best possible pastoral care to our students. A full clean driving licence is essential for this post.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to and promote the College’s ethos of dedication, decency, trust and mutual respect.

Working hours are 7am to 2pm each Saturday & 7am to 2.45pm each Sunday (total: 13.75)

In addition to a competitive salary, other benefits include a meal at no charge in the dining room, a defined contribution pension scheme, income protection and life assurance schemes.

The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 21 September 2026.

Applications will, however, be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close this advertisement earlier than the date stated above should we appoint a suitable candidate.

Application form: Application Form (Sep 2023)

Information for applicants: Information for Applicants

Job Description: Weekend Duty Porter – Job Description – August 2026

For further information please contact our HR Department: recruitment@concordcollege.org.uk tel: 01694 731631. Please note, CVs will only be accepted if submitted with a fully completed and detailed application form.

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the diversity of our student body. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the students. The successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

Concord College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Child protection screening is undertaken which includes checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Our policy in relation to the recruitment of ex-offenders can be found on our website.

Concord Summer School


To find job vacancies available for our Summer School, please follow the link below which will take you to the Concord College Summer School website.

Summer School Vacancies 2026 | Concord Summer School

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International Schools

The Concord College family of schools includes a very successful school in Shanghai and Concord College International School Malaysia. The following section shows a selection of job opportunities at our partner schools in other countries. Please note that these roles are with our partner schools and that the recruitment procedures and data protection policies will be those of our partner schools, not of Concord College in the United Kingdom. Anyone successful in applying for positions at partner schools will be employed by that school and not by Concord College.

Further information is available at: Careers | Concord College International

Concord College International School Malaysia

Concord College International School Malaysia (CCIS) opened in September 2024. It is a new boarding British International school for students aged 5 to 18 following in the successful footsteps of our sister school, Concord College, UK. 

CCIS offers a broad and balanced education based on the UK National Curriculum for Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form (A-level). CCIS has a purpose-built campus which offers excellent teaching and age-appropriate facilities to ensure every student has a sure pathway to success. 

The vision at CCIS is to offer an international education that will be academically rigorous and will seek to develop a culture of excellence and a joyful learning journey with the ethos of Rigour, Kindness and Creativity. 

Website: Home – Concord College International School

For further information regarding vacancies at CCIS, please email: recruitment@concordcollegemy.com 

 

Shanghai Concord Bilingual Schools

Shanghai Concord Bilingual School (SCBS) Puxi was the first bilingual private school in the Huangpu District, the heart of Shanghai. The school opened its doors in September 2017 to Middle and High School students with the Primary School following in September 2018. Student numbers have expanded and the Primary School is now situated on its own separate site.

The aim of the school is to create a place of learning where students can flourish in a supportive atmosphere of harmony, trust, and decency; whilst committed to striving for academic excellence at every level. The courses offered incorporate the traditional Chinese curriculum in a bilingual environment, whilst also offering students IGCSE and A levels, with the intention of preparing students for entry into the top universities throughout the world.

In September 2023 SCBS Pudong opened on a 10 acre campus with impressive state of the art facilities. The education at the school is modelled on its sister school SCBS Puxi. SCBS Pudong also offers boarding for High School students (Grades 10-12).

If you would be interested in teaching at SCBS Puxi or Pudong and would like to register your interest please contact the SCBC Human Resources Department: recruitment@concordschool.com.cn.

Further information is also available on the SCBS website: www.concordschool.com.cn

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