Work With Us

At Erskine Stewart Melville we believe that our greatest strength lies in our people. Joining our team means becoming part of a vibrant and supportive community where we collectively meet the needs of our students.

A Legacy of Excellence

Erskine Stewart Melville is renowned for its rich history and commitment to educational excellence. We are proud of our longstanding reputation as one of Scotland’s leading independent schools, and our staff play a crucial role in upholding and advancing this tradition. Here, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a legacy that spans over 150 years.

Innovative and Dynamic Environment

At Erskine Stewart Melville, you will find a dynamic environment where new ideas are encouraged, and where you can grow professionally through continuous learning and development opportunities.

Supportive Community

Our school is not just a place of work —it is a close knit community. We value collaboration, respect, and inclusivity, ensuring that every member of our staff feels supported and valued. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or part of our support staff, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere where teamwork and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Outstanding Facilities

Working at Erskine Stewart Melville means you’ll have access to exceptional resources and facilities that enable you to perform at your best. From state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories to inspiring arts and sports facilities, our campuses provide an environment where both staff and students can flourish.

A Commitment to Wellbeing

We understand that the wellbeing of our staff is essential to the success of our schools. That’s why we are committed to creating a healthy work-life balance and offering a range of benefits, including professional development programs, competitive salaries, and access to our extensive health and wellness initiatives.

Make a Difference

At Erskine Stewart Melville, your work will have a lasting impact. You will have the chance to inspire and shape the minds of our students, making a tangible difference in their lives and in the wider community. If you’re passionate about education and ready to take on new challenges, we invite you to join us on this rewarding journey.

Our Varied Roles

We offer a diverse range of subjects to our students which provides a variety of Teaching roles as well as Classroom roles and Student Support roles, including wraparound care and holiday club roles.

In addition to Teaching roles, we offer a wide range of roles within Central Support, from Janitorial roles and Careers Coordinators, to Data Analysts and Archivists. These roles provide essential support to the day-to-day running of the schools

Our Careers Staff are responsible for liaising with students across the Secondary Schools to facilitate discussions and motivate students to work towards their goals. These Staff members work effortlessly to spark and harness the enormous levels of creativity, passion and drive in our students.

Our Janitorial, Estates and Facilities teams are instrumental in ensuring our historic sites are running smoothly and to a high standard. The hardworking staff members approach each and every varied task with ease and professionalism which enables life at Erskine Stewart Melville to operate smoothly with safety and cleanliness at the forefront.

The Development Team and Archivists at Erskine Stewart Melville play an important role in preserving the history of the School as well as forming and maintaining strong relationships with funders, charities and local initiatives. The Development Team organises events across the globe for formal pupils and appreciates the connections between and contributions made by formal pupils, staff and parents.

We also offer a range of Administrative, Marketing, Finance, HR and ICT roles so please check our current vacancies to see if we have the right role for you.

At Erskine Stewart Melville, all our staff make incredible contributions to school life and are valued and supported in order to facilitate both personal and professional development.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Erskine Stewart Melville, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is valued and treated with respect. Our Equality and Diversity Policy ensures that all individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, disability, or any other protected characteristic, are given equal opportunities in every aspect of our community. We strive to eliminate discrimination and promote fairness in recruitment, career development, and daily interactions. Ultimately, Erskine Stewart Melville works to create a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for all members of our community.

Hiring Process

At Erskine Stewart Melville, our hiring process begins with a two-week advertisement, after which the line managers in the relevant department will shortlist candidates for interviews.

The interview process can vary depending on the role, however, can typically include a panel interview, a tour of the building and grounds, and for teaching positions, a lesson observation and sometimes a written task. Some Administrative roles will also require a written task as part of the interview process.

Once the line manager selects a successful candidate, they will extend a verbal offer. Upon acceptance, HR will follow up with an official written offer via email. This acceptance initiates pre-employment checks, including reference verification, right to work checks, PVG membership application, and the completion of onboarding forms.