Gap Student (Prep School Boarding)

Cheltenham College; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking Gap Students for a fixed term of one year starting in September 2026 or January 2027. The role is perfect for school leavers interested in education. Responsibilities include supporting lessons, caring for boarders, and assisting in school activities. The salary is based on minimum wage for age, with accommodation charges applying. Applicants will undergo DBS checks and must demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Meals included during term time

Qualifications

• High levels of integrity and responsibility required.
• Capability to report incidents of concern in line with child protection policies.
• Must comply with accommodation charges and meal provisions.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise in Games, PE, Art, D&T, and Pre-Prep lessons.
• Care for boarders during mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Assist in various school activities to support pupils.

Skills

Energetic

Organisational skills

Ability to work supportively with pupils

Mature attitude

Job description

Overview

Cheltenham College Preparatory School seeks to appoint a number of Gap Students for a fixed period of one year from either: September 2026 to August 2027 or January 2027 to December 2027. The role would be ideal for sixth‑form/college leavers who are considering future careers in education and are keen to gain all‑round experience of day‑to‑day school and boarding life.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision in Games, PE, Art, D&T, and Pre‑Prep lessons.
• Help with the care of boarders, particularly during mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Assist in various school activities, ensuring support for pupils and boarding provision.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Energetic, with high levels of integrity, responsibility, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work supportively and encouragingly with pupils.
• Mature attitude and awareness of School Child Protection and Behaviour policies, with the capability to report incidents of concern.
• Applicants will reside in school accommodation; must comply with the accommodation charge and meal provisions.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: based on minimum wage for age from April 2026, £20,671.31 per annum. Accommodation charge of £77.70 per week will apply. All meals are included during term time.

Application Details

Closing date for applications: Sunday, 18 January 2026, with initial video‑call interviews planned shortly after. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities

Cheltenham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its recruitment and selection of job applicants and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from suitably qualified individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. We encourage all candidates to ensure that College is aware of any particular requirements should they be invited to interview.