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Shrewsbury School has a world-class reputation for all-round excellence.

We believe in ‘serious fun’ where learning and enjoyment go hand in hand, both for our pupils and our staff.  We aim to provide the most diverse, challenging and supportive environment in which all our children can thrive and exceed their own expectations. To do this, we need enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated staff who embrace the challenges and celebrate the successes.

Our place, our rich history and our forward-thinking mindset provide staff and pupils alike with a distinctive experience and an environment which enables them to flourish.

700+

Academic & Support Staff Employed

4

UK Schools across Shropshire and Cheshire

1500+

Pupils Supported Across Our Schools

Current Vacancies

If you would like to be part of our passionate and diverse family, please view our vacancies below.

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Leadership

There are currently no vacancies available.

Teaching Staff

Terra Nova - Science Teacher

Terra Nova - Science Teacher

Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Competitive Salary based on skills and experience

Terra Nova Preparatory School, situated in the heart of Cheshire, is a renowned independent, co-educational, preparatory day school of 230 pupils aged 2.5 - 13. Terra Nova School has a wonderfully happy, creative atmosphere where each individual is challenged, cherished and inspired to reach their potential.

We are seeking a passionate, experienced and motivated Science Teacher to lead and manage the Science provision across the School during a period of maternity cover. The role includes responsibility and oversight of a well-established Science curriculum, also preparing pupils for entry to Common Entrance examinations.

The successful candidate will be an effective subject leader, who is able to inspire pupils and colleagues alike. They will promote a culture of curiosity, enquiry and discovery, encouraging all pupils to develop a genuine understanding and enjoyment of Science.

Closing date for applications - 12:00 midday 22nd September 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 28th September 2026

A full application pack is available to download below including all relevant documents required to apply:

Recruitment Pack 

Application Form (Word) or Application Form PDF

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate be appointed before the closing date.

Please upload your completed application form using the link below. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Apply Here

If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information.

Shrewsbury School and Terra Nova School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Support Staff

Administrator – Health Centre

Administrator – Health Centre

Part Time, Term Time Plus 3 Weeks, 20hrs Per Week

An opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join our Health Centre team. This is a key administrative position and the postholder will be expected to play a significant part in ensuring the smooth operational running of the Centre, by providing an efficient and comprehensive administrative support service to the Health Centre Manager and team.

Essentially you must have:

  • A good standard of education, with an ICT qualification essential.
  • The ability to work quickly and accurately, with good attention to detail, in order to meet conflicting deadlines.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • A pro-active and assertive approach balanced with the ability to make pupils feel at ease when they visit the Health Centre.
  • Extensive IT experience with Microsoft packages, in particular with Word, Excel and databases. Experience of using iSAMS database would be desirable.

This is a permanent role working Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 12:30pm.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer generous benefits including pension, life insurance and free use of school facilities when not in use by pupils - library, swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, squash courts and padel courts.

Application Close Date: 12 midday, Friday 18th September 2026

Interview Dates To Be Confirmed

A full application pack is available to download below including all relevant documents required to apply:

Recruitment Pack 

Application Form (Word) or Application Form PDF

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate be appointed before the closing date.

Please upload your completed application form using the link below. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Apply Here

If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information.

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.