Careers at Tonbridge

Tonbridge School is one of the leading boys' boarding and day schools in the country and is highly renowned, both in the UK and internationally, for providing a world-class education. In the Sunday Times Parent Power Schools Guide, Tonbridge was ranked as the 6th best independent senior school in the country.

The School has excellent facilities, set in a 150-acre site, including a sports centre, the EM Forster Theatre, the Chapel of St Augustine, the RIBA-award winning Barton Science Centre and a medical centre.

The School community is large; more than 800 staff are employed in a variety of roles, from teaching positions to support roles.

Tonbridge aims to provide a caring and enlightened environment in which the talents of each individual flourish, reflected in an outstanding record of regular professional development for staff, which is actively encouraged and supported. Tonbridge champions inclusion, allowing the voices of every individual to be heard and valued.

Tonbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition, Tonbridge School and The New Beacon Preparatory School merged in August 2021. The New Beacon Prep School  is a leading independent day and boarding prep school for boys aged 4 to 13.  It currently has over 325 pupils, including a nursery for boys and girls. Please see the current vacancies for the Prep School in the relevant section below. 

Current Vacancies

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. Please read the Recruitment in Education Policies below before completing your application.