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Working at Woldingham

Not only is Woldingham a great school for our students, it’s a fantastic place to work. We employ around 200 teaching and support staff who provide a first rate education and excellent pastoral care for our students, and also look after our stunning grounds and our beautiful buildings.

A great place to work

A great place to work

It is important to us that every colleague enjoys an equally fulfilling future at Woldingham. As part of the Woldingham family, your work will be recognised and valued at every level. Life at Woldingham is about working together and enjoying being part of a close-knit and supportive team.

Staff development is a high priority. We provide a varied training programme and personal professional development planning for all colleagues, including an accredited (Institute of Leadership) Leadership training scheme, the opportunity to qualify as a Graydin accredited coach, and regular training in soft skills as well as pedagogy and pastoral care. We offer an exceptional range of benefits including free lunch and refreshments, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, on-site car parking, discounted school fees, fitness studio, swimming pool and fitness classes.

Current vacancies

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School Cleaners - Part Time

Plus

Term Time

5 days per week, 2pm-6pm, (20 hours per week) 

Salary: £13.89 per hour

This role will close at 09.00am on Monday 20th October 2025.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 23rd October 2025

We do reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

School Cleaners wanted.

Join our friendly domestic services team at Woldingham school.  

Salary:  £13.89 per hour

Working hours: Term Time. Monday to Friday 2pm-6pm or Tuesday to Saturday 2pm-6pm (20 hours per week)

A free minibus shuttle service is available for staff:

  • Pick-up: From Woldingham Station at 1:30pm for a 2:00pm start.

  • Return: Departs at 6:15pm to Woldingham Station and other locations along student bus routes, Monday to Thursday (no service on Fridays).

Please enquire for more details about the drop-off locations available.

Close to London yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting,  Woldingham is a happy and successful Catholic boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 and is firmly established as one of the top girls’ independent schools in the UK, outperforming many schools that are far more selective in their admissions process. Central to this achievement is Woldingham’s academic enrichment and extra-curricular programmes, pastoral support and caring community. Close to London, yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting, Woldingham has a strong community and culture building on a proud heritage that stretches back 180 years. We are committed to an exciting future that is underpinned by fresh ideas, an innovative spirit and state-of-the-art facilities.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool.  Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have even organised yoga classes and reflexology on site.  

Once completed, return your completed application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk with a supporting letter. 

This role will close at 09.00am on Monday 20th October 2025.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 23rd October 2025

We do reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS report will be required for the successful candidate.

Professional development and staff welfare

Our professional team of staff is Woldingham’s greatest asset, and we want to ensure that everyone is supported to work in an effective, enjoyable and fulfilling way. Staff Development is a high priority, with induction and mentoring programmes for Newly Qualified Teachers and new colleagues, plus an annual cycle of Personal Professional Development planning for all colleagues.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool. Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have organised yoga classes and reflexology on site.

 

School Minibus Driver - Casual

Plus

This role will close at 9:00am on Friday 31st October 2025.

Interviews to be held on Friday 9th November 2025.

Casual hours, averaging 16 per week. Term Time 34 weeks per year.

Flexibility is required, and some occasional weekend work (Saturday or Sunday) may be necessary.

Salary:  £13.89 per hour

Required as soon as possible

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date

 

To be employed for driving School vehicles primarily in support of the School’s transport service. The driver will be responsible for transporting students to and from School and could also transport other staff members and parents to and from school concerts and other events.

Casual hours, averaging 16 per week. Term Time 34 weeks per year.

Flexibility is required, and some occasional weekend work (Saturday or Sunday) may be necessary.

Close to London yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting,  Woldingham is a happy and successful Catholic boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 and is firmly established as one of the top girls’ independent schools in the UK, outperforming many schools that are far more selective in their admissions process. Central to this achievement is Woldingham’s academic enrichment and extra-curricular programmes, pastoral support and caring community. Close to London, yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting, Woldingham has a strong community and culture building on a proud heritage that stretches back 175 years. We are committed to an exciting future that is underpinned by fresh ideas, an innovative spirit and state-of-the-art facilities.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool.  Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have even organised yoga classes and reflexology on site. 

Salary: £13.89 per hour.

All staff receive free lunches and refreshments.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

 

Once completed, please return it to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk with a supporting letter no later than 9:00am on Friday 31st October 2025.

Interviews to be held on Friday 9th November 2025.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS report will be required for the successful candidate.  

The Woldingham community is a rich one in which many different backgrounds and cultures are represented and many different languages spoken.  This diversity is valued and respected and we are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture. All job applicants will be considered solely on their ability to do the job.

Professional development and staff welfare

Our professional team of staff is Woldingham’s greatest asset, and we want to ensure that everyone is supported to work in an effective, enjoyable and fulfilling way. Staff Development is a high priority, with induction and mentoring programmes for Newly Qualified Teachers and new colleagues, plus an annual cycle of Personal Professional Development planning for all colleagues.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool. Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have organised yoga classes and reflexology on site.

Teacher of Science

Plus

Full time, Term time 

Start date: January 2026

Salary: Competitive

This role is being advertised on an open campaign, and as such we do encourage early applications. This role will close should a suitable candidate be appointed.

We are seeking an inspiring KS3–KS4 Science Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be able to teach across the sciences at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the flexibility to contribute to their area of specialism. A passion for practical work, strong subject knowledge, and a commitment to helping students of all abilities achieve their best are essential.

Science is a thriving and successful faculty at Woldingham, with excellent facilities housed in a purpose-built block that was fully refurbished in 2016. The department comprises highly committed subject specialists in Biology, Chemistry and Physics who work closely together to deliver an engaging and rigorous curriculum. We place a strong emphasis on practical skills, curiosity-driven learning and developing students’ independence as young scientists.

Woldingham is a happy and successful Catholic boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 and is firmly established as one of the top girls’ independent schools in the UK, outperforming many schools that are far more selective in their admissions process. Central to this achievement is Woldingham’s academic enrichment and extra-curricular programme, pastoral support and caring community. Close to London, yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting, Woldingham has a strong community and culture building on a proud heritage that stretches back 180 years. We are committed to an exciting future that is underpinned by fresh ideas, an innovative spirit and state-of-the-art facilities.

The Woldingham community is a rich one in which many different backgrounds and cultures are represented and many different languages spoken.  This diversity is valued and respected and we are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture. All job applicants will be considered solely on their ability to do the job.

 

 

Once completed, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk. This role is being advertised on an open campaign, and as such we do encourage early applications. This role will close should a suitable candidate be appointed.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS report will be required for the successful candidate.

Professional development and staff welfare

Our professional team of staff is Woldingham’s greatest asset, and we want to ensure that everyone is supported to work in an effective, enjoyable and fulfilling way. Staff Development is a high priority, with induction and mentoring programmes for Newly Qualified Teachers and new colleagues, plus an annual cycle of Personal Professional Development planning for all colleagues.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool. Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have organised yoga classes and reflexology on site.

Chaplain

Plus

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive

All staff receive free lunches and refreshments.

Once completed, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk.

This role will close at 09.00am on Monday 3rd November 2025. Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.

We encourage early applications, and as such reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

 

Our Chaplain will be an inspiring, experienced and charismatic individual. We seek someone with both empathy and drive to join a talented, creative and good-natured team, to forward our ambitious development plan.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø has been designated as a school with a religious character. It is part of the Catholic Church and is conducted as a Catholic school in accordance with Canon Law, the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the Trust Deed of the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. The post therefore requires a practising Catholic who can show by example and from experience that he or she will ensure that the school is distinctively Catholic in all its aspects.

All staff receive free lunches and refreshments.

The Woldingham community is a rich one in which many different backgrounds and cultures are represented and many different languages spoken.  This diversity is valued and respected and we are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture. All job applicants will be considered solely on their ability to do the job.

Close to London, yet in an outstandingly beautiful rural setting, Woldingham is a happy and successful Catholic boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18. With a strong community and caring culture, we are building on a proud heritage that stretches back over 180 years. We’re now driving an exciting future that’s underpinned by fresh ideas, an innovative spirit and state-of-the-art facilities.

Once completed, please return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk

This role will close at 09.00am on Monday 3rd November 2025. Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.

We encourage early applications, and as such reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS report will be required for the successful candidate.

Professional development and staff welfare

Our professional team of staff is Woldingham’s greatest asset, and we want to ensure that everyone is supported to work in an effective, enjoyable and fulfilling way. Staff Development is a high priority, with induction and mentoring programmes for Newly Qualified Teachers and new colleagues, plus an annual cycle of Personal Professional Development planning for all colleagues.

Staff are welcome to use our range of outstanding facilities including the gym, squash and tennis courts and the swimming pool. Our Staffroom Committee organises regular social events, and individual members of staff have organised yoga classes and reflexology on site.

Application process

Candidates are asked to read our recruitment policy and must complete our application form as part of the application for any of our roles. The application form includes a section on equality and diversity which helps us monitor our obligations under the Equality Act 2010.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for students and staff.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to ensuring the highest level of safeguarding and takes its duty toward promoting the welfare of children seriously.  Therefore, we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check, among others. Before applying, please review our statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.

The application form is in Microsoft Word (.doc) format. If you want the form in a different format , please email us with details of your requirements to the email address below.

To apply for a role, please click the link to download the application form, then complete, save and email it to: hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk

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