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 700 acres of 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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Sports Graduate - Fixed Term

Plus

Start Date: Late August 2025 (Fixed term until early July 2026)

Salary: £15,750 paid over 11 months

All staff receive free lunches and refreshments.

Once completed, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk. This is an open campaign, and this role will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. 

 

We are seeking a dynamic Sports Graduate to coach and guide students to develop their passion and skills in sport by preparing and directing them through games and practice sessions. The facilities at Woldingham are impressive and you will be working with a happy and supportive team.

Additionally, you will provide support to the residential teams to deliver pastoral care and activities for the boarders.

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, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk. This is an open campaign, and this role will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. 

Woldingham School 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.

General Graduate - Fixed Term

Plus

Start Date: Late August 2025 (Fixed term until early July 2026)

Salary: £15,750 paid over 11 months

All staff receive free lunches and refreshments.

Once completed, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.uk. This is an open campaign, and this role will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. 

 

We are seeking to appoint a full time Graduate Assistant to live and work in this busy boarding school and to develop and share their subject expertise (where possible) as well as to contribute to the pastoral life of the school where you will provide support to the residential teams to deliver pastoral care and activities for the boarders.

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, return your application and cover letter to hr@woldinghamschool.co.ukThis is an open campaign, and this role will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. 

Woldingham School 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.

Teacher of Theology

Plus

Minimum of 0.8 FTE - with the possibility of 1.0 FTE if the successful candidate can offer a suitable second subject.

Start date: September 2025

Salary: Competitive

This role will close at 09.00am on Friday 09th May 2025.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 14th May 2025.

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

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Theology department in a school where the subject is part of the core curriculum. We are a friendly, collaborative department who work with dedication to ensure that students are inspired with a passion for Theology, through the curriculum, academic societies and co-curricular opportunities. You will be a well-qualified and inspiring teacher with outstanding subject knowledge and a successful track record of teaching Theology/Religious Studies at Key Stage 3, GCSE and A-Level. You will have experience of using a range of teaching and learning strategies including the use of Microsoft Office suite.

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 will close at 09.00am on Friday 09th May 2025. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 14th May 2025. We do encourage early applications, and as such reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Woldingham School 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

Plus

This role will close at 9:00am on Tuesday 6th May 2025.

Interviews to be held on 12th May 2025.

Term time only - 34 week per year:

07:45-09:45 and 16:00-20:00 Mon-Thurs

07:45-09:45 and 14:45-16:45 Friday

(Timings may vary according to School needs. A minimum of 2 weeks notice will be given on shift pattern.) 

Salary:  £13.36 per hour

Required as soon as possible

Early applications are encouraged as 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.

Term time only - 34 week per year:

07:45-09:45 and 16:00-20:00 Mon-Thurs

07:45-09:45 and 14:45-16:45 Friday

(Timings may vary according to School needs. A minimum of 2 weeks notice will be given on shift pattern.) 

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: £13.36 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 Tuesday 6th May 2025.

Interviews to be held on 12th May 2025.

Woldingham School 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.

Head of Physics

Plus

Minimum of 0.8 FTE - with the possibility of 1.0 FTE if the successful candidate can offer a second science.

Start date: September 2025

Salary: Competitive

This role will close at 09.00am on Monday 12th May 2025.

Interviews will take place on Friday 16th May 2025.

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

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Science department. Physics is a popular and successful subject at Woldingham. Our students are intellectually curious, highly motivated, and frequently go on to pursue STEM courses at top universities.

As Head of Physics, you will lead a dedicated and high-achieving team in delivering a dynamic and challenging curriculum from Year 9 through to Year 13. You’ll shape the strategic direction of Physics teaching, spark students’ love for the subject, and foster a culture of academic excellence and scientific inquiry. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader to make a significant impact, with the support of a collaborative and ambitious Science Faculty.

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 will close at 09.00am on Monday 12th May 2025. Interviews will take place on Friday 16th May 2025. We do encourage early applications, and as such reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Woldingham School 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.

Head of Cricket and Sports Coach

Plus

Term time plus four (34 weeks plus 4 additional weeks during the school holidays)

Start date: September 2025

This role will close at 09.00am on Friday 09th May 2025.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 15th May 2025.

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

Woldingham School is seeking an exceptional sportsperson to lead our cricket provision under the direction of the Director of Sport. The school has indoor and outdoor cricket facilities, and the students play softball and hardball cricket in local and regional competitions. 

The successful candidate will lead and develop the cricket programme throughout the school and as such this is a fabulous opportunity for an enthusiastic sports specialist to make a positive difference to girls’ cricket and the wider sporting life of the School. 

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 will close at 09.00am on Friday 09th May 2025. Interviews will take place on Thursday 15th May 2025. We do encourage early applications, and as such reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Woldingham School 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.

Woldingham School 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.

Woldingham School 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

Woldingham School is an HMC Member School. HMC schools are world-leading independent schools. To find out more about what it’s like to teach at an HMC school, visit: www.hmcteachingcareers.org.uk