Staff Vacancies

Approximately 3-4 days per week
(Hours could increase or decrease throughout the year so flexibility is required)

We are seeking a talented, dynamic and inspirational LAMDA Practitioner to join our highly successful and well‑established Drama Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a practitioner who wishes to broaden their experience within a supportive, creative, and ambitious environment where they can truly excel.

Woodbridge School is one of Suffolk’s leading academic schools, situated in a beautiful part of the county and just 1 hour 20 minutes from London. The School has a strong sense of community, a rich co‑curricular programme, and a commitment to nurturing talent both inside and outside the classroom.

Drama is a major strength of the School. Each year, we stage eight high‑quality pupil productions, with a thriving culture of performance supported by exceptional facilities and an outstanding team. The successful candidate will be joining a highly supportive and collaborative department, which is well‑resourced, comprising:

• Head of Drama
• Assistant Head of Drama
• Part Time Peripatetic Teacher of LAMDA (reporting to the Head of LAMDA)
• A dedicated and skilled Theatre Manager and their team at the Seckford Theatre, part of the Woodbridge School and Seckford Foundation

This is a peripatetic role, and working hours will average three to four days per week. Flexibility is essential: hours may increase during busy periods (e.g., production preparation) and reduce at quieter times. Demand for lessons may also rise throughout the year as more students enrol.

We would consider applications from candidates wishing to work on a self‑employed basis, provided that the engagement fully meets HMRC requirements for self‑employment. This includes satisfying the criteria outlined in HMRC’s Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST) assessment and compliance with all relevant UK employment and tax legislation. Applicants expressing interest in self‑employed arrangements may be asked to complete a CEST determination and provide any supporting evidence required to confirm that self‑employment status is appropriate for the role.

This role offers a rare opportunity to play a key part in shaping and delivering LAMDA across Woodbridge School, working with enthusiastic pupils, committed colleagues, and a department known for excellence, creativity, and innovation.

To apply for this role, please click on the link and complete the application form. A CV and covering letter alone will not suffice.

We are seeking a Teacher of Biology to join our excellent, highly successful department. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate who can provide excellent teaching for our students.

This role would also suit an Early Career Teacher seeking their QTS, and we offer a supportive programme for such a teacher.

Woodbridge School is one of the top academic schools in Suffolk, located in a beautiful part of the county, yet only one hour 20 minutes from London.

You will be expected to:

• Prepare and deliver challenging and stimulating lessons, with due regard to pupils’ individual needs across the Senior School, age range 11 to 18
• Set high standards and encourage all pupils to achieve their full potential
• Show a genuine interest in the Biology curriculum and demonstrate excellent communication skills, and assist with enrichment activities.

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a school with a strong sense of community and a rich extra-curricular programme.

To apply for this role, please click on the link and complete the application form. A CV and covering letter alone will not suffice.

We require enthusiastic and friendly Casual Minibus Drivers to provide an early morning and late afternoon transport service to our pupils, as well as ensuring that the appropriate checks are carried out on the minibus prior to driving. You will be joining an already established, friendly and supportive team.

This role is offered on a casual zero-hour basis.

Our drivers are welcome to stay after the morning shift for a complimentary breakfast served on site in the Dining Hall, when the Dining Hall is in operation. In addition, any shifts worked over lunch period are entitled to a lunch in the Dining Hall, when in operation.

There may be opportunities for further hours during the school day to cover student trips and/or sports fixtures etc.

Successful applicants will:

• Possess a category D, D1 licence, or PCV/CPC.
• Be able to demonstrate that they are a reliable, safe driver with a clean driving licence, ideally with appropriate driving experience.
• Be prepared to undergo a pre-employment health assessment.
• Be able to interact effectively with children and ensure their safety.
• Ideally have experience of working with young people.

To apply for this role, please click on the link and complete the application form. A CV and covering letter alone will not suffice.

At different times throughout the School year, we require additional coaches to work with us; this may vary on a termly basis and can range from one to three afternoons per week.

We are looking for inspirational coaches across a variety of sports to support our excellent games provision and our students at Woodbridge School.

We are seeking talented, flexible individuals who are committed to providing the best opportunities for students across a range of abilities. To engage with students and staff, contributing towards creating a vibrant, fulfilling environment that provides appropriate levels of challenge.

The appropriate candidate will have extensive experience in coaching/playing, as well as of working in schools or similar environments. The sports on offer at Woodbridge School include: Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Hockey, Netball, Rugby.

Duties are likely to include coaching within games lessons, co-curricular practices and matches, and this would primarily be afternoons from 1.00pm to 5:30pm, Tuesday to Friday, term time only. Please check here for our term dates.

In the first instance please contact Ralph Pruden, Head of Sport, Health and Fitness for further information by email, rpruden@woodbridgeschool.org.uk.