Rouse Academic Scholar

The Perse School is delighted to introduce an exciting new opportunity through the launch of its Rouse Scholar programme. Reflecting the School’s commitment to intellectual curiosity and scholarship, this new initiative will offer a small number of part‑time posts to graduates, doctoral researchers or post‑doctoral researchers who can contribute to our academic extension programme and wider intellectual life.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with strong academic backgrounds to share their subject expertise with able and ambitious pupils in a leading independent school. It would suit a graduate considering a future career in education, or someone looking to gain experience in a high‑achieving school setting before progressing to further study or another profession. It may particularly suit those wishing to combine school‑based work with current research, further study or other professional commitments.

Applications are welcomed from graduates across the full range of academic subject areas. The successful candidates will be expected to work closely with academic departments, support pupils’ learning, and participate in the wider life of the School. The Perse School is one of the country’s leading independent co‑educational day schools, providing a high quality education to pupils aged 3‑18 in Cambridge.

Closing date: Wednesday 13th May at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date. The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding our pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children, or who are otherwise unsuited to work with them. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.