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At the Foundation, our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we provide a wide range of benefits, wellbeing support and professional development opportunities, ensuring every individual reaches their full potential.

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Current Vacancies

Join a Foundation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Browse our current staff vacancies to find roles that align with your skills and aspirations, and learn how you can contribute to shaping the next generation of learners.

We are currently looking for new Trustees. Find out more about the role of a Trustee and our existing team.

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Join our Team

The William Henry Smith Foundation is looking for new Trustees to join our friendly, successful and hardworking Board. Our Trustees come from a range of backgrounds, bringing diverse skills and experience, and all share a commitment to supporting children and young adults with social, emotional and mental health needs to achieve the best possible outcomes.

We are specifically looking for candidates with Property, Learning or Accounting knowledge or experience, although applications are welcomed from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and expertise.

Contact [email protected] for an informal discussion.

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What is Quality of Life?

Quality of Life Hour is a dedicated time set aside each week to support the wellbeing of both our students and staff across the Foundation. It recognises that feeling good, staying active, and having space to reset are essential parts of a positive and productive environment.

As shown in the video on this page, these sessions bring people together through a range of activities designed to boost physical health, mental wellbeing, and social connection. Whether it’s taking part in sport, trying something new, or simply having time to unwind, Quality of Life Hour is about creating balance in the day.

Staff Benefit and Wellbeing Package

Health & Wellbeing Support

Westfield Health provides permanent staff with funded core medical expense cover for CBT sessions, counselling, alternative therapies, routine healthcare appointment cashback (dental, optical, chiropody) and a reduced Headspace subscription. We also provide a Menopause Café, fitness & lifestyle support, occupational health, an annual flu vaccine and a Life Assurance Scheme.

Work-Life Brilliance

Staff enjoy a weekly Quality of Life hour dedicated to themselves to undertake activities on site such as yoga, HIIT gym work, arts & crafts, gardening, bingo, badminton, darts, secret spa sessions, nail delights and more. Life days, wellbeing gifts & celebrations, employee voice and community, staff meals, healthy email boundaries and free on-site parking.

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

Free membership for Discounts for Teachers, and access to Perks @ Work, a platform for discounts across travel, groceries, electronics, cinema, home & garden and more. We also have a cycle to work scheme which is available after 6 months' service via salary sacrifice, repaid over 12 months.

Contributory Pension Scheme

Competitive employer contributions to the pension scheme.

Leave & Family Support

Maternity, Adoption & Parental Support, Enhanced Family Leave and Additional Paid Leave.

Learning, Development & Career Growth

Induction & onboarding, Learning & Development Programme and Performance Development Reviews (PDRs).

Discover more about William Henry Smith Foundation

Learn more about the heart of the William Henry Smith Foundation - who we are, what we stand for, and how we support young people to thrive. From our rich history to the values that guide our work every day, this is where our story begins.

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