WELCOME TO THE GOWER SCHOOL
Make Your Career Dreams Come True
Do you dream of a fulfilling career working with children? We are seeking passionate, dedicated professionals to join our growing school community. Whether you are working towards your qualification or are already an established educator, The Gower School is an inspiring environment where you can help shape young lives while growing your own career.
CAREERS IN EDUCATION
Working With Us
Exceptional childcare begins with exceptional people. From the moment you join us, you’ll benefit from thoughtfully designed professional development, including termly internal training and clear opportunities for career progression. Your dedication is recognised through meaningful rewards such as cash bonuses at five and ten years of service, additional leave days for excellent attendance, and an employer-matched pension scheme that helps you plan confidently for the future.
We also know that feeling appreciated goes beyond formal benefits. Each day, you can enjoy delicious, freshly prepared meals cooked on-site by our chefs, and when your birthday comes around, we’ll make sure it’s marked with a celebratory slice of cake. By combining personal support, competitive compensation and genuine professional growth, we ensure our team has everything they need to deliver exceptional care and education for our children.
JOIN THE TEAM
Careers at The Gower School
Looking for an exciting new challenge? Take a look at our current vacancies. If you think you might be a good fit, please apply by sending us your CV and cover letter.
Staff Training & Benefits
YOU DESERVE A GOOD REST
We offer a generous holiday allowance, with a minimum of 32 days holiday per year (including bank holidays, Christmas, Easter and Summer break) plus an additional paid day for every year you work with us — because we recognise the importance of rest.
TRAINING & APPRENTICESHIPS
We offer paid training to all staff several times a year. Want to earn your qualification whilst working? We partner with professional training providers to enrol our staff on Level 3 courses, so staff can grow their skills with us.
CASH BONUSES & PAY INCREASES
On your 5th anniversary, you’ll receive a £500 bonus, and on your 10th anniversary, a £1,000 bonus as a meaningful thank you for your continued commitment to our school community. Good performance is rewarded with annual salary increases and is supported by regular conversations to advance your professional growth.
REFER A FRIEND BONUS
Know someone who’d be a perfect fit for our staff team? Introduce us! We offer a bonus for each successful referral made by a member of staff – £250 for unqualified staff, and £500 for qualified staff.
PERSONALISED GIFTS
It’s the personal touches that make a difference. Throughout the year, we celebrate birthdays, holidays and work anniversaries with personalised gifts to show how much you mean to us.
FREE LUNCH AND DRINKS
Enjoy freshly prepared lunches cooked on-site by our kitchen chefs, tea and coffee whenever you need a moment to pause, and afternoon snacks for an extra boost during busy days.
LOANS AND FUNDING SCHEMES
We also offer practical financial support through our tech and travel loan scheme, helping you finance items such as a new bike, phone or laptop.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME
All staff enjoy the benefit of Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme. We understand that life can sometimes throw a wrench in our plans. This service offers support to relieve any pressures that may affect your health, well-being, or work performance.
FAMILY BENEFITS
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Shared Parental leave pay for all team members after 6 months continuous service. Staff enjoy a childcare discount of 50% on nursery fees.
