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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: £25,021.26 per annum pro rata
Actual Salary: £11,531.57, 24 hours per week, term time, 34 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.

  • 4 days a week (6 hour shift, 24 hours a week).
  • 1 weekend in 4.
  • Each week 2 x late shifts (12.30 – 6.30) 2 x early (10am – 4pm).

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:
Sunday 3 August 2025
Interview dates:
w/c 3 August 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).
Sports Coach Apprentice
Salary: £11,778 per annum
Full time, Term time only
Fixed term until 8 July 2027
Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 5:30pm
Some “off the job” hours to be completed for apprenticeship during school holidays

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice to deliver high-quality coaching across a range of sports and abilities. You’ll support training sessions,
analyse performance, and help organise fixtures and events, while mentoring students to develop resilience, teamwork, and a love for sport.

As an apprentice at Woodbridge School, you’ll be able to gain hands-on experience, work towards recognised coaching qualifications, and make a real impact. We’re especially interested in candidates with experience in at least two of our main sports: football, hockey, netball, rugby, athletics, cricket, golf, or tennis.

Working Hours
Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 5:30pm.
Term time only. 1,560 annualised hours

To apply for this role, please visit: Sports Coach Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

Closing date:
Thursday 31 July 2025
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).
Data Manager
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE
Up to actual Salary of £27,429 per annum based on 0.86 FTE
30 hours per week, 52 weeks a year

We are seeking to appoint a Data Manager to lead the development and management of data systems across Woodbridge School and Seckford Care.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in shaping how data is used to support strategic decision-making across the Seckford Foundation. You will be responsible for maintaining and developing our Management Information System (iSAMS), ensuring data quality and compliance, and delivering insightful reporting and analysis to a range of stakeholders. Your work will directly support the operational and academic success of the Foundation.

This is a high-impact role for a proactive and technically skilled individual who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, and who is passionate about using data to drive improvement and innovation.

This role is primarily based on-site; however, we offer flexibility to work from home on occasion. Remote work arrangements can be made in agreement with your line manager and in alignment with business needs.

Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the business annual leave will need to be taken outside of protected times. These are specific times during the year, such as peak operational periods, when staff availability is essential to ensure business continuity.

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

We reserve the right to close the position before the closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Closing date:
Monday 14 July 2025
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).
Minibus Driver – Manningtree
Salary: £12,956.22 per annum
26 hours and 50 minutes per week
Term time only (34 weeks per year), Permanent

We require an enthusiastic and friendly Minibus Driver for our Manningtree route 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 contract of 26 hours and 50 minutes per week, Monday – Friday. The morning shift starts from 5:55am until 8:30am and the afternoon shift starts from 5:00pm – 7:35pm Monday to Thursday, and 4:00pm – 6:35pm on Fridays.

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 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).
Casual Minibus Driver – 1 Position
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:
Thursday 31 July 2025
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).