Hamilton College's team comprises caring, experienced and knowledgable staff members, all dedicated to consistently improving the learning and education of our pupils. As a school, we constantly look to provide new and exciting experiences to our pupils through the expert staff that we employ.
Any available or upcoming employment opportunities at Hamilton College will be made available on this page.
We are looking to appoint a part-time receptionist to join our administration team from 5 January 2026. The postholder will work term time only, five afternoons per week, with additional work over the summer break if available and attend all in-service days.
Our receptionists deliver a warm, friendly and professional welcome to the school and act as a key point for information and support to visitors and parents. They provide a full and extensive professional front desk information and reception service to all learners, parents, staff, visitors and guests to the School. Our receptionists are the first point of contact for visitors and users of the School whether on the phone, in person or electronically. Please review the job description and person specification for further details.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an application form and send a covering letter to Mr Richard Charman, Headteacher, with details of relevant skills and experience to [email protected].
Closing Date: 05 December 2025 at 12 noon, although we welcome early applications.
An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Practitioner to join our vibrant Nursery. The successful candidate should be able to interact effectively with children and work successfully within a small team. We are looking for applicants who can show initiative and independence of thought and action, within the school’s policy framework.
A qualification in Early Years is essential. This may be an SCQF 6 – 9, SVQ Level 3, HNC or other equivalent qualification.
The ability to communicate well with our parents, carers, and staff and being supportive of the ethos of the College are essential for the post.
To apply for this position, please complete an application form on our website or submit an up-to-date CV. Applications should be submitted to Mrs Jenny Paterson, Head of Junior School and Nursery at [email protected]
The successful applicant should be registered with SSSC, must be either an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.
Application deadline: 11 December 2025
Interviews: Week beginning 15 December 2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent. This is an all year post.
Hours: 40 hours per week. Worked between the hours of 8am – 6pm, subject to staffing schedules.
An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Support Assistant to join our vibrant Nursery. The successful candidate should be able to interact effectively with children and work successfully within a small team.
We are looking for candidates who have the following skills and knowledge:
· There is a requirement to be registered with SSSC
· Good basic education and standard of Maths and English to SQA standard grade level or equivalent, or previous relevant experience
· Good communication skills – verbal and written
· Good planning and organisational skills
· Be child focused and have ability to acquire and apply the necessary knowledge within the setting about the learning and care needs of all children 2-5 years including those with additional support needs.
The ability to communicate well with our parents, carers, and staff and being supportive of the ethos of the College are essential for the post.
If you have reviewed the job description and person specification and would like to apply, please complete an application form or submit an up-to-date CV. Applications should be submitted to Mrs Jenny Paterson, Head of Junior School and Nursery at [email protected]
The successful applicant should be registered with SSSC, must be either an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.
Application deadline: 11 December 2025
Job Types: part-time, all year round
Salary: In accordance with Hamilton College pay scales.
Hours: 25.0 hours per week, 0800-1300.
We are currently updating our supply teacher list. Should you wish to be considered as a supply teacher, please send your CV and a covering letter to the Headteacher, Mr Charman. Emails should be sent to [email protected].
There are currently no vacancies available. However, we are always keen to meet energetic and talented professionals who would like to be placed on our Nursery supply register. Please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
All Early Years Practitioners should be, or eligible for, SSSC registration and a member of the PVG scheme.