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About The Harpur Trust

Our four independent schools offer outstanding educational opportunities, led by dedicated and specialist staff who will inspire, challenge and encourage your child to be a successful individual with a passion for learning, both in and out of the classroom.

Our schools are renowned for their educational opportunities and we are proud of their impressive track records. You can discover more about each of our schools on their websites, but nothing beats exploring the opportunities, atmosphere and facilities in person.

As an organisation we have a big responsibility; we’re here to inspire and develop the next generation and support our borough to be a positive place for everyone living and working here.

To do that, we need talented, professional, committed people with diverse voices, cultures and experience. We look for people who are passionate about what they do, and who care about improving the lives of others.

We pride ourselves on providing a positive culture for all staff and we celebrate diversity in our workforce, recognising the wealth of ideas and experience that a diverse workforce can bring.

Joining our team means working for a people-focused organisation which does great things in and for our community.

The Harpur Trust Vacancies

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a part-time Catering Assistant, to join our friendly team, to assist with general kitchen duties. You will undertake general duties within the School’s catering department.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £10,351.00 Annually (Actual)
      (Pro rata of £23,569.00 per annum as a full time equivalent)
New SHARE

Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is a welcoming independent school for children aged 3 months to 7 years. We are seeking a creative and well-organised Marketing Assistant to support the school’s mark...

  Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
  £26,000.00 Annually (FTE)
      The actual pro-rated salary will be £18,320.00 per annum.
New SHARE

Development Manager

Development Manager

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking a Development Manager, in this role you will help shape a bold vision for widening access, build meaningful relationships across a vibrant and loyal alumni community, and play a central...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £32,864.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Deputy Head (Academic)

Deputy Head (Academic)

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

An exceptional candidate is sought for the post of Deputy Head (Academic) for September 2026 to take responsibility for leading the academic side of this successful and dynamic school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Head of History and Politics

Head of History and Politics

Bedford Girls' School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Girls' School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspiring and forward-thinking leader to shape the next phase of History and Politics at the school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  Harpur Trust Teachers' Pay Scale
New SHARE

School Office & Systems Manager

School Office & Systems Manager

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims is an independent school in Bedford for children aged 3 months to 7 years. We take every opportunity to nurture that inherent curiosity and creativity to provide the best possible educatio...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £35,000.00 - £37,500.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School is looking for a reliable Cleaner on a full time basis.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School is seeking flexible and reliable Exam Invigilators on a paid, as-advised basis to support the smooth running of our examinations.

  Permanent | Not Applicable
New SHARE

Visiting Music Teacher - Piano (Jazz Specialism)

Visiting Music Teacher - Piano (Jazz Specialism)

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Piano teacher (with a specialism in jazz piano) to join our busy music department at Bedford Modern School.

  Permanent | Part-Time
New SHARE

Senior Early Years Educator

Senior Early Years Educator

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

At Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, we believe in nurturing confident, curious and compassionate learners from the very beginning. We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Early Years Educ...

  Permanent/Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £26,325.00 - £28,080.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of Business

Teacher of Business

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a committed and suitably qualified graduate to teach A Level Business, with the ability to teach Economics considered an advantage.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Teacher of Economics

Teacher of Economics

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a committed and suitably qualified graduate to teach A Level Economics, with the ability to teach Business considered an advantage.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Early Years Educator Level 3

Early Years Educator Level 3

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Are you a qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator with a passion for shaping young minds and creating joyful learning experiences? We’re looking for a warm, dedicated professional to join our vibrant...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £25,545.00 - £27,248.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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The Harpur Trust Vacancies

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a part-time Catering Assistant, to join our friendly team, to assist with general kitchen duties. You will undertake general duties within the School’s catering department.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £10,351.00 Annually (Actual)
      (Pro rata of £23,569.00 per annum as a full time equivalent)
New SHARE

Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School is a welcoming independent school for children aged 3 months to 7 years. We are seeking a creative and well-organised Marketing Assistant to support the school’s mark...

  Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
  £26,000.00 Annually (FTE)
      The actual pro-rated salary will be £18,320.00 per annum.
New SHARE

Development Manager

Development Manager

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking a Development Manager, in this role you will help shape a bold vision for widening access, build meaningful relationships across a vibrant and loyal alumni community, and play a central...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £32,864.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Deputy Head (Academic)

Deputy Head (Academic)

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

An exceptional candidate is sought for the post of Deputy Head (Academic) for September 2026 to take responsibility for leading the academic side of this successful and dynamic school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Head of History and Politics

Head of History and Politics

Bedford Girls' School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Girls' School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspiring and forward-thinking leader to shape the next phase of History and Politics at the school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  Harpur Trust Teachers' Pay Scale
New SHARE

School Office & Systems Manager

School Office & Systems Manager

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims is an independent school in Bedford for children aged 3 months to 7 years. We take every opportunity to nurture that inherent curiosity and creativity to provide the best possible educatio...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £35,000.00 - £37,500.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School is looking for a reliable Cleaner on a full time basis.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford School is seeking flexible and reliable Exam Invigilators on a paid, as-advised basis to support the smooth running of our examinations.

  Permanent | Not Applicable
New SHARE

Visiting Music Teacher - Piano (Jazz Specialism)

Visiting Music Teacher - Piano (Jazz Specialism)

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Piano teacher (with a specialism in jazz piano) to join our busy music department at Bedford Modern School.

  Permanent | Part-Time
New SHARE

Senior Early Years Educator

Senior Early Years Educator

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

At Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, we believe in nurturing confident, curious and compassionate learners from the very beginning. We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Early Years Educ...

  Permanent/Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £26,325.00 - £28,080.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of Business

Teacher of Business

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a committed and suitably qualified graduate to teach A Level Business, with the ability to teach Economics considered an advantage.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Teacher of Economics

Teacher of Economics

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Modern School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking to appoint a committed and suitably qualified graduate to teach A Level Economics, with the ability to teach Business considered an advantage.

  Permanent | Full-Time
New SHARE

Early Years Educator Level 3

Early Years Educator Level 3

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Are you a qualified Level 3 Early Years Educator with a passion for shaping young minds and creating joyful learning experiences? We’re looking for a warm, dedicated professional to join our vibrant...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £25,545.00 - £27,248.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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