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We are currently recruiting for:
Assistant Head (Director of Studies)
Teacher of English at Truro School Prep
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With more than 120 teachers, full time and part time, we are always on the lookout for candidates who are passionate about education and are dedicated to shaping the future of young minds to join our vibrant community. We offer a diverse range of subjects and therefore are always interested in candidates with excellent subject knowledge, positivity and energy.
If you would like to be added to our candidate database for either short term or permanent, part-time or full-time future teaching opportunities, please submit your CV to [email protected] so that we can contact you if a vacancy arises within the next 12 months. When a role comes up, we will ask you at that stage to complete an application form if you are interested in taking your application further. Please make sure you indicate what subject(s) would most be of interest to you along with the key stages you would like to teach plus your availability, so that we can accurately match your interests to any future roles. We also have cover supervisor opportunities from time to time, so please also get in touch for more information if you are interested in cover work.
We recognise the outstanding people that work across every part of our school, both in and outside of the classroom, and we support them with a fantastic range of benefits – from competitive salaries and pension plans, to free lunches and refreshments and a well-resourced wellbeing programme (including free membership of the amazing Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre), as well as continuous professional development opportunities and a culture of lifelong learning.
We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Permanent / Full Time
Salary: Graded at L14 – L18 on the Truro School Salary Scales, Salary circa £71k
Start Date: September 2026
We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join our Senior School Leadership Team. The Assistant Head (Director of Studies) will oversee the whole-school academic provision, leading curriculum design, development, and review to ensure breadth, balance, progression, and full ISI compliance. They will chair the Curriculum Committee, guide subject pathways and qualifications, manage academic data systems, and ensure smooth delivery of examinations and the options process.
The postholder will be a member of the Senior School Leadership Team, contributing to school-wide strategic and operational decision-making, preparing reports for Governors, and playing a full part in the pastoral and co-curricular life of the School and its wider community.
This role involves line-managing senior academic staff, promoting a collaborative culture, contributing to key school policies, and supporting the recruitment and development of staff. The Assistant Head (Director of Studies) will play a central role in school life, attending events, fostering community relationships, and contributing to the School’s public profile. They will also support day-to-day academic operations, staff wellbeing, and SSLT duties.
This is a key leadership role with strategic impact across learning, teaching, and the wider development of the School.
In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, pension, staff discount, free lunch and refreshments, and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and Enhanced DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 10 March 2026 at 9.00am.
All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:
Miss A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
Part time / approx 0.6 fte / Permanent
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Start date: September 2026
We are seeking an outstanding, enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English and General Studies to join Truro School Prep. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for English and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and pastoral care that supports the academic and personal development of children across Truro School Prep.
The successful candidate will bring energy, creativity and expertise to the teaching of English and General Studies, inspiring pupils of all abilities and fostering a love of language, literature and learning. They will plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons, use assessment and data effectively to support progress, and adapt teaching to meet the needs of individual pupils across key stages.
In addition to classroom teaching, the role involves contributing to the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities, extra-curricular activities, educational visits and events. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues, communicate effectively with parents, and actively engage in professional development.
Alongside a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, pension, staff discount, membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre and free lunchtime meals.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.
We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications Monday 9 March, 2026 at 9am. Please note this advert may close earlier if suitable applications are received prior to the closing date.
Application forms must be completed in full using the Truro School application form and returned by post or e-mail to:
Miss A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
Full time / Permanent
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Start date: September 2026
We are seeking an energetic, experienced and successful teacher to lead Science at Truro School Prep. The successful candidate will bring energy, expertise and a passion for engaging children in Science, with a particular focus on the upper end of Key Stage 2.
Working closely with the Head of KS1 and EYFS, the Head of Science will oversee the teaching and progression of Science across the whole school. This is a full-time, permanent position.
The Head of Science is responsible for leading, managing and developing Science teaching throughout Truro School prep. The ability to offer a second subject is desirable, though not essential.
In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, pension, staff discount, membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre and free lunchtime meals.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.
We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications Tuesday 3 March, 2026 at 9am. Please note this advert may close earlier if suitable applications are received prior to the closing date.
Application forms must be completed in full using the Truro School application form and returned by post or e-mail to:
Miss A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
Permanent / Full Time
Start Date: January 2027
Salary– Competitive based on our leadership scales
The Head of Truro School and the Governing Body are seeking to appoint an ambitious and dynamic Head of Truro School Prep from January 2027 to lead one of the most successful and vibrant 3-11 Prep Schools in the South West of England. Applications are equally welcome from experienced Heads and from those ambitious to make this next exciting step in their career. The successful candidate will help to shape and deliver a new five year Strategic Plan that includes forward-thinking commitments to explore and enhance not simply educational excellence but also the wellbeing and personal development of children and staff alike. They will evolve communication and partnership with our many valued partners, current and future, and invest in the quality and stewardship of our immediate and wider environment to ensure it provides a progressive and grounded sense of belonging for all.
The School will appoint a Head who is able to build on strength, and in a challenging sector climate, to enhance, evolve, and market a flourishing and forward-thinking Prep School community within our superb Cornish setting. The successful applicant will be keen to work within a through-school framework of values, ambition, strategy, resourcing, and support, whilst having the strength of character to shape, guide and embellish a Prep School community that is proud of its own identity. They will maintain positive and forward-looking collaboration with the wider Methodist and educational community. They will be ambitious to evaluate and evolve the Prep School’s academic life, co-curriculum and pastoral care, to further excite current and prospective parents through its ability to develop young people who are confident in themselves, curious about the world around them, creative in their outlook, with the courage to enjoy learning, and the compassion to journey well with others.
In return, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits including an excellent defined contribution pension, fee remission, both electric car and cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme, strong CPD opportunities and fantastic working facilities including free lunch, onsite parking and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications is Thursday 5 March 2026 at 9.00am.
Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on Tuesday 24 March 2026.
All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:
Abbie Carveth, HR/Recruitment Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro, TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
Position: Voluntary
Truro School is seeking to recruit two new Governors who are interested in applying their skills and/or experience within a rewarding voluntary role, helping to shape our young people’s future.
The Board of Governors works closely with the Head and Senior Leadership Team and acts as a “critical friend”, providing challenge and support in equal measure. Our Governors have integrity, strong personal and professional values and a willingness to challenge and ask questions along with an understanding of the needs of the business and an appreciation of the methodist ethos of the School. You will be supporting the delivery of educational excellence and be responsible for ensuring the clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction.
We welcome interest from anyone who feels they have the right skills or experience to contribute to the work of the Board. We are particularly keen to hear from those with a professional legal qualification and from individuals with a chartered surveyor or civil engineering background to chair our Estates Committee.
We actively encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, culture, gender, ethnicity, disability, or age. Full training and support will be provided. Cornish residency is desirable but not essential. At this time however, we cannot accept applications for our governor roles from parents of current pupils, our full permitted quota having been reached.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service.
If you have a passion for education and can be an active member of the Board of Governors, we are keen to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter expressing interest to the Clerk to the Governor’s office: [email protected] by Monday 2 March 2026.
Truro School is committed to providing the best possible care and education to its pupils and students and a supportive and balanced working environment to its staff.
The School recognises the importance of attracting, recruiting and retaining excellent staff who share our vision to be a beacon of inclusive excellence, producing confident, tolerant and enthusiastic young people who enjoy working with others and are ready to influence the world. We are also committed to ensuring the best possible environment for the children and young people in our care.
For more information about Truro School’s recruitment and selection process, please view our ‘Recruitment and Selection Policy’ on the Policies page of the website (link below):
Our school motto, Esse Quam Videri (to be, rather than to seem to be), captures the essence of our identity and is defined by the 5 C's below. Underpinned by strong Christian principles, we are a caring and inclusive community which values, nurtures and develops each individual.
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Curiosity to always want to discover and learn more, academically and more widely too.
Because we believe that academic excellence is an important part of human excellence. Every child is an individual and we celebrate and develop their uniqueness, helping them to become an independent learner and encouraging each child to explore, understand and cultivate their talent and abilities, whatever they may be.
Compassion to understand and champion the needs of others, in our community and beyond.
Because our mission challenges us to be a vibrant community which enables people to live their lives to the full and transform society for the better. Located in the heart of Cornwall, our distinctive, serene location supports the development of balanced, unpretentious and reflective children who understand their role as global citizens.
Confidence to build resilience by learning from both successes and failures alike.
Because we want every pupil to be comfortable in their own skin, celebrating the uniqueness of each individual in the school community. Through drama, presenting and public speaking opportunities, as well as appearing in productions and concerts, pupils learn key communication skills and gain the confidence to prosper in the real world.
Creativity to be imaginative in how we express ourselves and approach new challenges.
Because we value the development of pupils’ imaginative and creative dimensions as well as their characters. Through a broad curriculum and wide range of co-curricular activities, pupils discover the important balance between creative and logical thinking. These opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter discovers their hidden gifts, developing a sense of individuality and a confidence in their own abilities.
Courage to enjoy becoming the very best of who we are, with integrity and ambition.
Because we believe that essential life skills are often best taught outside of the classroom, balancing an academic education. Through a wide-ranging co-curricular programme, we offer every child the chance to participate, perform and lead in the fields of their choice. In a competitive world these opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter develops essential life skills and an ambition for life.
Truro School is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST)
MIST Registered Office: 66 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3LH
Charity No. 1142794
Company No. 7649422
