Jobs

Teacher of English

Required from January 2026

Mount Kelly is seeking to recruit an ambitious, well-qualified and enthusiastic English Teacher with experience of teaching from Early Years up to KS3.

The successful candidate should be an inspiring and dynamic teacher. There is potential for departmental leadership and/or oversight of PSHE for the right candidate with the capability to take on such responsibilities.

The role is full time and permanent based at the Prep. Teaching would be predominantly aimed at Year 7 and 8 with the flexibility to teach other year groups from Early Years up to KS3 if required.

The successful candidate will be expected to play a full part in the life of our busy boarding school which is located on the outskirts of the attractive market town of Tavistock on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in Devon.

Candidates should submit an application form which may be supported by a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the post, to the Head Master at HR@mountkelly.com

Closing date: 5pm on Monday 29 September 2025

School Staff Instructor (SSI)

The Combined Cadet Force at Mount Kelly has a long tradition and is one of the oldest in the country. The CCF is affiliated to The Royal Navy, with the Royal Navy providing support in training and administration. Each CCF is a partnership between a school and the Ministry of Defence and has as its aim “the development of personal responsibility, leadership and self-discipline”.

Pupils undertake a broad range of challenging, exciting, adventurous and educational activities, as well as important ceremonial duties on occasions such as Remembrance Sunday and Biennial Inspections. The Mount Kelly CCF is optional for pupils in Years 10-13 and is provides a training framework in which pupils can develop a range of physical abilities, including endurance and co-ordination.

The SSI works closely with the Contingent Commander to support cadets at Mount Kelly. The role is responsible for all aspects of administration, including the MOD Cadet Management Information System (CMIS) on Westminster and the safe training of Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) and cadets. The SSI must hold the relevant cadet qualifications and it would be helpful to hold the appropriate Exercise Conducting Officer qualifications. It is necessary to hold a clean driving licence, preferably with a minibus qualification. Further details are in the job description.

This is a part-time position, working 11.75 hours per week (1.5 days). The regular schedule includes a full day on Fridays from 9:00 am to 5:45 pm and half a day (4 hours). The role is term-time only, covering 34 weeks per year (including INSET days). Additionally, there are occasional weekend commitments, such as Remembrance Weekend, and attendance at the annual camps for up to seven additional days per academic year.

The working days will be agreed with the Contingent Commander at the start of each academic year. 51 days Voluntary Allowance from the MOD is applicable.

Candidates should have a genuine passion for working with young people alongside previous experience in a military background in regular, reserve or cadet forces.

Candidates should submit a completed application form which may be supported by a covering letter and/or CV outlining their suitability for the post to the Head Master at HR@mountkelly.com

Deadline for applications: 5pm on 29 September 2025

Job Description | SSI

ICT Technician

Mount Kelly, a thriving independent co-educational boarding and day school seeks to appoint an ICT Technician.

The role will work across the School (Prep and College) supporting the day to day running of the department. This role will involve working with staff and pupils with differing ICT requirements.

The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of ICT with excellent communication skills and experience in supporting users in the use of Office 365. Further details can be found in the job description.

Candidates should submit an application form together with a CV and letter outlining their suitability for the post to the Head Master at hr@mountkelly.com

Deadline for applications: 5pm on Monday 22 September 2025

Job Description | ICT Technician

Catering

Thomas Franks are the catering partner for the Mount Kelly Foundation. For catering roles please refer to: 

Thomas Franks | Careers

Mount Kelly Teachers’ Standards

DBS

Mount Kelly, Mount Kelly Swimming Ltd and Mount Kelly Enterprises Ltd are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Charity Registration Number 306716

Safeguarding Statement

Mount Kelly is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance, which will include, if appropriate, a letter of good conduct from any country in which an applicant has worked or lived in within the last 5 years.  In addition, candidates will be required to satisfy further checks as outlined in safer recruitment practice.

CVs may be submitted as a supporting document, but applications must be completed fully including history of full employment and education.

The Mount Kelly Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here LINK.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Mount Kelly is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce. Mount Kelly will provide equal opportunities to any employee or job applicant and will not discriminate either directly or indirectly.  Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website and through the DBS filtering guide