Meadow High School

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All Meadow High School staff vacancies are advertised on  https://crinklerecruitment.com/

Safeguarding Statement:

Meadow High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

All staff are employed in accordance with our policies, including our Child Protection Policy. 

Current Vacancies

IT Technician

Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 02/03/2026
Closing time: 11:59

Job Reference: CJ5504
Advert Posted On: 03/02/2026

IT Technician

Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Work pattern: 36 hours per week, All year around (52 weeks)
Location: Across both Meadow High School sites; Royal Lane (Hillingdon) & Northwood Road (Harefield Village).
Salary information: Scale 4, £30,288 - £31,611 per annum (dependent upon experience) + Special Schools Allowance, £1,539 per annum

Start date: ASAP

Meadow High School is a special needs school for students aged 11-19 with complex to moderate learning needs many of whom also are autistic. One of the UK’s largest secondary special schools, we have been consistently rated as a Good school. The school holds a number of national awards including the SEN Specialist Schools Award, the Inclusion Quality Mark Award and the International School Award.

Due to our expanding school, we are now looking for an IT Technician to provide technical IT support to both staff and students, ensuring the school’s IT systems, devices, and network operate efficiently and securely. The IT Technician will support the IT Network Manager in maintaining, developing, and delivering reliable ICT services across both school sites.

This position is an ideal first step into a career in IT and full training will be provided for the right candidate.

To support the Local Authority we are expanding further with a new development project. This is an additional site based in Harefield, called 'Northwood Road'. This will house up to 100 Pathway 1 pupils and should be ready for us to occupy in September 2026. This position will initially be based at our Royal Lane, Hillingdon site and will be moved to our Northwood Road site once opened. The successful candidate will be required to work frequently across both school sites.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Good numeracy and literacy skills. (Essential)
  • A recognised IT qualification (CompTIA A+, N+, or similar). (Desirable)
  • Experience in IT support or a similar technical role (full training will be provided). (Desirable)
  • Good knowledge of Windows, Chromebooks, iPads and common educational software. (Essential)
  • Experience of working in a school or educational environment. (Desirable)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Admin, Google Workspace Admin, or Apple School Manager. (Desirable)
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. (Essential)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills. (Essential)
  • Commitment to safeguarding and equality. (Essential)
  • Commitment to the security and wellbeing of the school. (Essential)
  • Possess a full driving license and have use of a vehicle for business purposes and appropriate insurance. (Essential)
  • Willing to work evenings and weekends if required and be able to deal with emergencies outside of core hours. (Essential)

What we can offer you:

  • A welcoming team environment with ongoing support.
  • A commitment to your continued professional development.
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, information & support).
  • Free access to our on-site gym.
  • Close to M40 & M25, easy access to Central London, close to several TFL Tube stations.
  • Opportunities for growth and development within an expanding SEN setting.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and you are the IT Technician we are seeking, we would like to hear from you.
            
Closing date: Monday 2nd March 2026 at Midday            

Shortlisting Date: As and when applications are received

Interview Date: Friday 13th March 2026  

For more information and to apply click here

Payroll Officer

Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 01/03/2026
Closing time: 23:59

Job Reference: CJ5510
Advert Posted On: 02/02/2026

Payroll Officer

Contract type: Permanent
Location: Across both Meadow High School sites; Royal Lane (Hillingdon) & Northwood Road (Harefield Village).
Salary information: Scale 4, £15,263 - £15,929 per annum (dependent upon experience) + Special Schools Allowance, £775 per annum
Work pattern: 20 hours per week, Term time + 5 training days + 2 weeks to be worked during the school holidays (41 weeks). This will be discussed further with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.

Start date: ASAP

Meadow High School is a special needs school for students aged 11-19 with complex to moderate learning needs many of whom also are autistic. One of the UK’s largest secondary special schools, we have been consistently rated as a Good school. The school holds a number of national awards including the SEN Specialist Schools Award, the Inclusion Quality Mark Award and the International School Award.

Due to our expanding school and move towards a split site, we are now looking for a Payroll Officer to play a key role in ensuring the smooth, effective and efficient administration of payroll. The Payroll Officer will work collaboratively with external providers and internal teams, ensuring all payroll transactions are accurate, compliant, and processed on time, meeting all legislative requirements. 

To support the Local Authority we are expanding further with a new development project. This is an additional site based in Harefield, called 'Northwood Road'. This will house up to 100 Pathway 1 pupils and should be ready for us to occupy in September 2026. This position will be centrally based at our Royal Lane, Hillingdon site with the requirement of adhoc visits to our Northwood Road, Harefield Village site.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Maths & English and relevant qualifications to NVQ Level 2. (Essential)
  • Previous experience of payroll processing. (Essential)
  • Previous experience of working in a school environment. (Desirable)
  • A sound knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel. (Essential)
  • Knowledge, understanding and ability to operate a Payroll System Management. (Essential).
  • Strong, clear and effective communication skills with staff and other stakeholders. (Essential)
  • Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all pupils. (Essential)
  • Commitment to acting with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial probity and reputation of the school. (Essential)
  • Commitment to safeguarding and equality. (Essential)
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times. (Essential)
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. (Essential)
  • Ability to manage your own workload and decide between conflicting priorities. (Essential)

What we can offer you:

  • A welcoming team environment with ongoing support.
  • A commitment to your continued professional development.
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, information & support).
  • Free access to our on-site gym.
  • Close to M40 & M25, easy access to Central London, close to several TFL Tube stations.
  • Opportunities for growth and development within an expanding SEN setting.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and you are the Payroll Officer we are seeking, we would like to hear from you.
         
Closing date: Sunday 1st March 2026 at Midnight

Shortlisting Date: As and when applications are received

Interview Date: Thursday 12th March 2026

For more information and to apply click here

School Business Manager

 Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 22/02/2026
Closing time: 23:59

Job Reference: CJ5500
Advert Posted On: 28/01/2026

School Business Manager

Salary information: POC, £53,172 - £57,402 per annum (depending on experience)
Work pattern: 36 hours per week, All year round (52 weeks)
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Start date: ASAP

Location: Centrally based at our Royal Lane - Hillingdon site with adhoc visits to our Northwood Road - Harefield Village site.

If you are a dynamic, committed and inspirational School Business Manager who would like to join an expanding SEN school and make a difference to the lives of young people then we would like to hear from you.

Meadow High School is a special needs school for students aged 11-19 with complex to moderate learning needs many of whom also are autistic. One of the UK’s largest secondary special schools, we have been consistently rated as a Good school. The school holds a number of national awards including the SEN Specialist Schools Award, the Inclusion Quality Mark Award and the International School Award.

The Governing Body is looking to appoint an inspirational and energetic School Business Manager to work alongside our Senior Leadership Team, leading both school sites through its new developments,  and continuing the Ofsted journey from Good to Outstanding status.The correct candidate will be responsible for managing the strategy and operation of the business functions of our school sites, including financial management, health and safety, human resources, compliance and administration.They will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enable both school sites to operate effectively and efficiently.

To support the Local Authority we are expanding further with a new development project. This is an additional site based in Harefield, called 'Northwood Road'. This will house up to 100 Pathway 1 pupils and should be ready for us to occupy in September 2026. This position will be centrally based at our Royal Lane, Hillingdon site with the requirement of adhoc visits to our Northwood Road, Harefield Village site.

What we want from our candidate:

  • Successful leadership and management experience in a school, or in a relevant field outside education.
  • Expert knowledge of financial management.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders.
  • Line management experience.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Commitment to acting with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial probity and reputation of the school.
  • Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others.
  • Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all pupils.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and equality.

What we can offer you:

  • A welcoming team environment with ongoing support.
  • A commitment to your continued professional development.
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, information & support).
  • Free access to our on-site gym.
  • Close to M40 & M25, easy access to Central London, close to several TFL Tube stations.
  • Opportunities for growth and development within an expanding SEN setting.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and you are the exceptional leader we are seeking, we would like to hear from you.

If you would like to book in a visit of our school, please contact Kaity Sanderson via ksanderson@meadowhighschool.org. 

Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 at Midnight

Shortlisting Date: On receipt of applications

Interview Date: Thursday 5th March 2026

For more information and to apply please click here

 

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