Vacancies

For all positions listed, you will need to complete a Finton House application form (see below) to apply.

Completed applications should be sent FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Georgina Kennedy (Head’s PA) on office@fintonhouse.org.uk

SENDCo

Line Manager/Reporting to:           Head of Academics

Contract Type:                                       Permanent

Working Hours:                                     Full Time  

Start Date:                                            1^st September 2026

Finton House School enjoys a strong reputation as an outstanding mixed ability mainstream prep school for boys and girls aged 4 – 11. This is achieved through the expertise on site (OT, Sp&L, SEND specialists), the number of Teaching Assistants across the whole school, the experienced teaching staff and the inclusive, nurturing and happy ethos of the school.

We are seeking an experienced and exceptional SENDCo to lead the strategic development and delivery of our SEND provision. This includes working closely with the Deputy Head Academic and Deputy Head Pastoral to ensure every child in the school can make excellent academic progress and thrive personally, regardless of their ability or needs.

The role:

• Lead the SEND Department and champion inclusive practice across the school.
• Develop and implement effective SEN policy and provision in line with the Equality Act 2010 and ISI regulations.
• Manage and support a dedicated team of Learning Support staff.
• Liaise with local authorities, outside agencies, teachers, assistants, parents, and peripatetic specialists.
• Oversee SEND resources, internal assessments, and exam concessions.
• Organise annual reviews, admissions support, SEN events, and contribute to school-wide strategic planning.

The person:

• A highly experienced SENDCo or senior learning support leader with a proven track record.
• A strong communicator with excellent leadership and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inclusive education and the highest standards of safeguarding.

Please send your covering letter and application form FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, by 9.00am on 17th March 2026 c/o Tanya Allen tanya.allen@fintonhouse.org.uk.  We anticipate interviews will be w/c 23rd March 2026.

Finton House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Early applications are advised as the school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process. 

Finance Assistant

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to supports the Finance Manager in the effective and efficient operation of the school’s finance function. The role provides core transactional and administrative finance support across billing, ledger processing, banking, payroll assistance and audit preparation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional seeking exposure to a broad range of finance activities within a well-run and financially healthy independent school.

Please send your covering letter and application form FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, by 9.00am on 13th March 2026 c/o Tanya Allen at tanya.allen@fintonhouse.org.uk.

Finton House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Early applications are advised as the school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process. 

MIS & Data Manager

The MIS & Data Manager is responsible for the successful implementation, ongoing management, and optimisation of the school’s Management Information System (MIS) and related data processes.

The MIS & Data Manager will ensure that:

• School systems genuinely support its educational mission.
• School data is accurate, consistent, and secure.
• The MIS supports efficient day-to-day operations.
• Staff are confident and consistent in their use of systems.
• Reporting for leadership, governors, and compliance is timely and reliable.
• School data governance and authentication are fit for purpose.

This is a systems ownership and data quality role responsible for data integrity, operational support, reporting functionality and quality. It is not a technical IT Infrastructure role (i.e. not related to IT infrastructure development, cyber security, non-MIS system development or integrations) as this function is provided by the School’s Head of IT and MIS Technical Support.

To apply for this position you will need to complete an application form and submit a covering letter. The application deadline is 9:00 am on 29th March 2026. Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Completed applications should be sent FAO Georgina Kennedy at georgina.kennedy@fintonhouse.org.uk  

Finton House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Early applications are advised as the school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process. 

Gap Year Assistant

We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic Gap Year students (ie. between school and university) who would like to work at Finton House School. We require our Gap Year assistants to work two consecutive terms and preference will be given to those who can work the full academic year.

Deadline for 2026-2027 applications has closed.

Please submit the application form FAO the Headmaster, Ben Freeman, c/o Georgina Kennedy (Headmaster’s PA) on georgina.kennedy@fintonhouse.org.uk

Finton House Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

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.