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Work With Us

Thank you for your interest in working at Buckswood Overseas Summer School (BOSS).

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Please complete all sections of this application form in full. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered.

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As part of our safer recruitment process, shortlisted applicants will be asked to upload a current CV and provide relevant documentation. You will also be required to provide two references from your most recent employment or studies. At least one reference must be from your most recent employer or course provider and should be able to comment on your suitability to work with children and young people. References will only be contacted after interview and with your permission.

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Please note that Buckswood Overseas Summer School is not a sponsor for visa applicants under the UK points based immigration system. All applicants must already hold valid permission to work in the UK. Proof of right to work will be required before any offer of employment is confirmed.

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All appointed staff are required to provide relevant documentation and successfully complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to the start of their contract.

Temporary Staff Application Form

Position applying for
Course applying for

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants must already hold valid permission to work in the UK. Buckswood Overseas Summer School is not able to sponsor work visas. Proof of right to work will be required before any offer of employment is confirmed.

Do you have the right to work in the UK?
Yes
No

Personal Information

Date of Birth
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Year

Contact Details

Please note that this is the address to which your DBS certificate will be sent.

Address

Education and Training

Please provide your education and training history, starting with the most recent.


Please list all education and training, starting with the most recent.


For each entry, please provide your information as follows:


Start and end dates (month and year)

Name of the institution

Qualification or course


If you have no formal qualifications, please write “None”.

Employment History

Please list all employment history, starting with your most recent position.


For each role, please provide your information as follows:


Start and end dates (month and year)

Employer name

Job title

Brief description of your main duties.


If a role involved working with children or young people, please state this.


Please ensure that all periods are accounted for. If there are any gaps in your employment history, explain them clearly.


If you have no employment history, please write “None”.

Personal Statement (optional)

Please use this space to provide any additional information you feel is relevant to your application. You may wish to include:


  • Why you would like to work at Buckswood Overseas Summer School

  • Relevant experience or skills not covered elsewhere

  • Your motivation for working with children and young people

  • Your interests and hobbies


Please keep your response concise and relevant.

Working with Children and Young People

Please answer the following questions honestly. All information will be treated confidentially and in line with our safeguarding and data protection policies.

Have you ever been convicted of, cautioned for, or are you currently under investigation for any offence that would make you unsuitable to work with children or young people?
Yes
No

If yes, please provide brief details below. This will not automatically exclude you from employment.

Are you willing to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure as part of the recruitment process?
Yes
No

If appointed, this will be required prior to the start of employment.

Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary action, investigation, or allegation related to safeguarding or working with children or young people?
Yes
No

If yes, please provide brief details below.

Do you understand that if appointed, you will be required to follow Buckswood Overseas Summer School’s safeguarding and child protection policies at all times?
Yes
No
Do you confirm that you are suitable to work with children and young people and that there is no information that would prevent you from doing so safely?
Yes
No

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Please upload a current CV to support your application.


This should reflect your most recent experience and qualifications.


Please note that your CV will be used as supporting information only and does not replace the requirement to complete all sections of this application form.

References

Please provide details of two referees from your most recent employment or studies.


At least one referee must be able to comment on your suitability to work with children and young people.


References will only be contacted after interview and with your permission.

Referee 1

I confirm that the referee listed above is aware that they may be contacted and are willing to provide a reference.
Yes
No

Referee 2

I confirm that the referee listed above is aware that they may be contacted and are willing to provide a reference.
Yes
No

Health and Wellbeing Declaration

This question relates only to your ability to carry out the duties of the role.

Do you have any health condition or medical issue that may affect your ability to carry out the duties of this role, with reasonable adjustments if required?
Yes
No

If yes, please provide brief details below.


Any information provided will be treated confidentially and will not be used to unfairly disadvantage you. Reasonable adjustments can be discussed if required.

Data Protection and Consent

Buckswood Overseas Summer School is committed to protecting your personal data and processing it in accordance with UK data protection legislation.

Please confirm the following:

Declaration

  • I confirm that the information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

  • I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in my application being withdrawn or, if appointed, may lead to disciplinary action or dismissal.

  • I understand that any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, verification of qualifications, right to work checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

  • I confirm that I have read and agree to comply with Buckswood Overseas Summer School’s policies and procedures, including safeguarding and child protection policies.

I agree to the above declaration
Yes
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