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Staff Vacancies

From time to time, we need to fill staff vacancies in roles across all aspects of School life: teaching, administration and support. Interested in joining the community at Woodbridge School? See below for current employment opportunities.

General Catering Assistant
Salary: £12,209.09 per annum
24 hours per week
Term time + 2 weeks (36 weeks per year)

We are looking to appoint a General Catering Assistant to join our Catering Team at our Senior School. You will assist with all general kitchen/catering duties in our busy catering department as directed by the Chefs, including the preparation and provision of the food service to pupils, staff and visitors.

Variable weekly shifts
2 x 12:30pm – 6:30pm
2 x 9 or 10am – 3 or 4pm
1 weekend in 5 (12:30pm – 6:30pm)
2 let weeks in summer. 4 weekly shifts (12:30pm – 6:30pm)

We may have additional hours available. The applicant will have an interest in food preparation and production and ideally a knowledge of working equipment used in kitchens and experience in a catering environment or a customer facing role. However, prior experience is not essential.

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

Closing date:
Friday 31 October 2025
Interview dates:
Monday 3 November 2025
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Science Laboratory Technician (Physics)
Term Time Role – 35 weeks per year (34 weeks plus 1 week)
Salary: £24,610.37 per annum FTE
Actual Salary for 14.5 HPW (2 days per week): £7,589.27 per annum

We have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Science Laboratory Technician to join our friendly and successful Science Department. You will primarily support the Physics Department while also collaborating with the wider science team.

As a Science Laboratory Technician, your role will involve preparing, setting up, and maintaining laboratory equipment and materials to support effective science lessons. You will assist teaching staff during practical sessions, ensuring experiments run smoothly and safely. In addition, you will provide technical advice and support to both staff and students, helping to enhance the learning experience. Maintaining clean, safe, and well-stocked laboratories will be a key part of your duties, along with managing the safe storage and disposal of chemicals and biological materials. A crucial aspect of the role is staying up to date with CLEAPSS guidance and Health and Safety regulations to ensure all practices meet current standards.

We are seeking candidates with a strong science background, ideally holding a minimum of an A-level qualification in a relevant subject. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent organisational and time-management skills, along with a proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach to their work. A solid understanding of CLEAPSS and current Health and Safety guidelines is essential to ensure safe and compliant laboratory practices.

Working Hours:

2 days per week (Term Time) hours: 08:15 – 16:30. Days to be discussed at interview stage.

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

Closing date:
Monday 10 November 2025
Interview dates:
W/C 17 November 2025
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Casual Minibus Drivers
Salary: £14.20 per hour (including holiday pay)
Zero Hours – Monday to Friday

We require an enthusiastic and friendly Casual Minibus Driver 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.

Closing date:
This is an open advert however please submit your application without delay as applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and interviews set up accordingly.
Interview dates:
TBD
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Sports Coach

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.

Closing date:
This is an open advert however please contact Ralph Pruden using the details provided as applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and interviews set up accordingly.
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).