Resident Graduate Assistant - Repton Senior

Location: Repton School

Contract Type: Full-time, fixed term for one year.

Salary: Very attractive and commensurate with experience

The role is required for the  academic year.

An exciting opportunity for ambitious graduates looking to begin a career in education, sport, or youth development.

Repton School is seeking energetic, motivated and committed Resident Graduate Assistants to join our vibrant boarding community for the 2026–27 academic year. This is a fantastic role for graduates eager to gain hands‑on experience in a leading co‑educational boarding school while developing the skills, confidence and professional insight needed for future careers in teaching, coaching or youth‑focused fields.

As a Resident Graduate Assistant, you will play a full part in school life: supporting lessons, assisting departments, coaching sport or contributing to the co‑curricular programme, and taking an active role within one of our boarding houses. You will work alongside experienced staff, learn from outstanding practitioners, and benefit from a structured induction and ongoing training.

This one‑year residential post offers exceptional professional breadth, with opportunities to assist in the classroom, work closely with pupils, develop pastoral expertise, and support the School’s rich programme of activities. For exceptional candidates, there may be opportunities to remain for a second year, take on greater responsibility or pursue supported training pathways.

• Free accommodation and meals
• Free membership of the outstanding Repton Sports Centre
• Full involvement in the co‑curricular and boarding life of the School
• Access to excellent facilities across academics, sport, arts and digital innovation
• A supportive and collegiate Common Room
• Opportunities for professional development and progression into teaching or coaching
• A welcoming village setting with excellent transport links to Derby, Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham and the Peak District

This role is ideal for graduates with energy, initiative and a genuine desire to work with young people in a dynamic and purposeful environment.

To apply, please visit the Repton Recruitment Hub. Applications should be submitted alongside a covering letter and details of two referees.

Repton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo appropriate checks.

The closing date for applications is Monday 2 March. Interviews will take place in person at Repton week commencing Monday 9 March.

Due to the high number of applicants, it is not possible to respond to every application individually, therefore candidates will only be contacted if successful in the short‑listing stage.