Vacancies
Old Buckenham Hall is one of the country’s oldest and most beautiful preparatory schools with ambitious plans for the future. Since 1862, it has provided children with a rigorous curriculum and unparalleled co-curricular opportunities, all underpinned by an outstanding system of pastoral care. OBH serves a boarding and day community that go on to attend some of the most aspirational senior schools in the UK, including Rugby, Eton, Harrow, Oundle and Uppingham, as well as schools in East Anglia.
If you would like to be part of our talented and dedicated team, please consider applying for one of the roles below. To apply, please complete an Application Form and send it electronically to Lucy Dyson, Head of HR at [email protected].
If you can’t see a role that fits your skills we would still love to hear from you. Please send us a speculative application in the form of a covering letter and CV to the same address. Please note, you will only receive a response if a suitable role becomes available.
Head of Pre-Prep
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to lead OBH’s award-winning Pre-Prep. Working with our youngest pupils as they commence their OBH journey, this role forms part of the school’s Senior Management Team and brings with it huge opportunity to inspire children and staff alike. The role includes responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Pre-Prep and Nursery, management and development of a talented team of staff, maintenance of strong parental relationships as well as promotion of the school to the wider community. The Head of Pre-Prep will play a key part in school life and contribute to the strategic aims of the whole school.
A generous remuneration package, free school meals and use of all school facilities will be available for the successful candidate. On-site accommodation may also be available with the role.
Start date: Monday 5th January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. A Summer Term start is also possible.
Application Deadline: 9am, Friday 10th October
Interviews: Wednesday 15th October
Director of Performing Arts
OBH is looking to appoint a talented and committed individual to the significant role of Director of Performing Arts. The successful candidate will be expected to lead in the delivery of Music and Drama at the school, supported by a specialist team of staff. Performing Arts at OBH has long been a successful area of school and celebrates individuals like Benjamin Britten among its previous pupils. More recent successes include the School Choir recording with a world-famous pop band and the Chamber Choir recording for Classic FM.
A generous remuneration package, free school meals and use of all school facilities will be available for the successful candidate. On-site accommodation may also be available with the role.
Start date: Monday 5th January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. A Summer Term start is also possible.
Application Deadline: 9am, Friday 10th October
Interviews: Thursday 16th October
Director of Operations
We are seeking an outstanding Director of Operations to lead all operations functions at OBH and play a central role in shaping our future. Reporting to the Rugby School Group Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the OBH Headmaster, you will ensure the smooth and effective running of the school while providing strategic oversight of estates, facilities, compliance, health & safety, catering, IT, HR, finance and trading activities. This is a broad, senior role that requires initiative, sound judgement, and strong leadership.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 14th October
First Interviews: Thursday 16th and Friday 17th October (online)
Second Interviews: Thursday 6th November at OBH
PLEASE NOTE - applications are invited via the Rugby School Group recruitment portal: https://www.rugbyschool.co.uk/about/employment-opportunities/
Director of Marketing & Admissions
OBH is seeking to appoint an exceptional Director of Marketing and Admissions to drive the development and implementation of its marketing, recruitment and communications strategies. The Rugby School Group merger creates the opportunity to be part of shaping and delivering the next chapter of OBH’s history, and to deliver a bold recruitment and marketing strategy that builds on the school’s traditions while ensuring OBH thrives in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Application Deadline: 10am, Wednesday 22nd October
First Interviews: Friday 7th November at OBH
Second Interviews: Monday 17th November at OBH
PLEASE NOTE - applications are invited via RSAcademics: https://www.rsacademics.com/current-vacancies/head-mark-comms-old-buckenham-hall/
Nursery Practitioner, Level 3
OBH is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our thriving Nursery. Working closely with the Nursery Teacher, you will support the delivery of an engaging curriculum and help children flourish across all areas of the EYFS framework. You will become part of a warm, welcoming team within the school, where staff are passionate about early years education, and play a vital role in nurturing and shaping the lives of our youngest learners. Please find the full Job Description below.
Position Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
Application Deadline: 9am, Monday 3rd November
Interviews: Week of 10th November
HR Administrator
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Administrator to join Rugby School Group, based at Old Buckenham Hall School in the Suffolk countryside. This is a standalone role based on site supporting the remote HR Function team to provide efficient and timely HR administrative support to the School. This role reports to the Director of Operations.
The successful candidate will be required to provide an efficient and effective HR administration service, be highly numerate and hold an NVQ (or similar) in Business Administration. You will need to be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office, possess excellent communication skills, be able to work under pressure and deliver against tight deadlines. This is a diverse role where you will need excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills.
Application Deadline: Wednesday 22nd October
PLEASE NOTE - applications are invited via the Rugby School Group recruitment portal: https://www.rugbyschool.co.uk/about/employment-opportunities/
Commis Chef
We are seeking a dedicated and hard-working early career chef to join our excellent kitchen team. The successful candidate will be excited about joining a small and ambitious team that produces a consistently high standard of food for children, staff, parents and guests alike. Please find the full Job Description below.
Position Start Date: ASAP
Kitchen Assistant
This is a pivotal role in supporting the Kitchen Team and one where a real difference can be made. The current staff who hold this position take huge pride in their work and offer an outstanding standard of service to colleagues and guests day in day out. If you would like to find out more about joining our dedicated team, please see a full Job Description below as well as details of how to apply. Please find the full Job Description below.
Position Start Date: ASAP
Safeguarding
Old Buckenham Hall is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with any past employer and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Equality Statement
Employees and prospective employees will not be unfairly discriminated against on grounds of disability, gender, race, colour, ethnic origin, religion, belief, culture, nationality, national origin, age, sexual orientation and trade union membership or non-membership. This list is not exhaustive and there are other forms of discrimination that will not be tolerated.