Job Vacancies

Teacher of Mathematics

Full-time from September 2026

Shrewsbury seeks to appoint a full-time teacher of Mathematics to teach at all levels in the School in a successful, supportive and collaborative Faculty.

This role would be ideal for someone new to the profession (with or without formal qualifications) looking to gain initial experience, key skills and knowledge in one of the country’s leading boarding schools, or for an experienced teacher looking for their next challenge. Those new to the profession or in the early years of their career will benefit from extensive foundational training, and all teachers have access to personalised career development programmes.

The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral life of a thriving boarding school.

Mathematics is the largest faculty in Shrewsbury School and is the most popular A Level subject. It enjoys a strong reputation, with excellent Public Examination results, and a number of leavers each year going on to pursue mathematical studies at university, including at Oxford and Cambridge.

Shrewsbury has its own salary scale and may be able to provide accommodation. Further benefits are listed in the recruitment pack. 

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

Closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 24^th November 2025.

Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 1^st December 2025.

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

Recruitment Pack (includes job description & person specification)

Application Form PDF or Application Form (Word)

Application Forms should be sent to [email protected]. If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Swimming Instructor

Permanent, part time, various hours available

Shrewsbury School Swimming Academy strives to deliver the highest possible standards in the teaching of swimming to children aged 4 upwards, through the Swim England teaching plan.

Following the ever-growing success of the Swimming Academy we are looking to appoint Swimming Instructors who can deliver high standards of teaching.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Can deliver high standards of swimming teaching and realise every individual’s true swimming potential.
• Hold a current Swim England teaching qualification at level 1 or above.
• Are self-motivated, sympathetic and have an encouraging personality with the ability to make learning fun.
• Work well in a team, as well as on your own initiative.

If you are passionate about swimming and want to come and join our talented and professional team, providing high quality-swimming lessons within the guidelines of the Swim England teaching plan, we would like to hear from you.

We have three posts available, with a variety of hours, working term time plus 6 additional weeks in the school holidays.  Please see the recruitment pack for detailed working hours.

In addition to a competitive salary (based on an hourly rate of pay between £13.95 and £17.42), we offer generous benefits including enhanced pension contributions, training and development, life insurance, car parking, use of school facilities when not in use by pupils (library, swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, squash courts) and access to a cycle to work scheme.

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

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 24 November 2025.

Interviews will be held at the school on Thursday 27 November 2025.

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

Recruitment Pack (includes job description & person specification)

Application Form PDF or Application Form (Word)

Application Forms should be sent to [email protected]. If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Cleaning Assistant

We are looking to recruit three Cleaning Assistants who are passionate about delivering an excellent cleaning service. Working in either our Houses or establishment buildings, you will ensure that all areas are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, ensuring very high standards at all times.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a friendly and supportive environment, have an eye for detail with excellent standards of cleaning. Previous cleaning or work experience in a similar role would be an advantage, however full training will be given.

We have 2 posts available: 20 hours per week (term time plus 3.2 additional) and 37.5 hours per week (all year round). Please see the recruitment pack for further details.   

We offer generous benefits including enhanced pension contributions, life insurance, school lunch when the kitchens are operational, car parking, use of school facilities when not in use by pupils (library, swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, squash courts) and access to a cycle to work scheme.

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

Closing Date: 12 noon, Tuesday 25 November 2025.

Interviews will be held at the school on Tuesday 2 December 2025.

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

Recruitment Pack (includes job description & person specification)

Application Form PDF or Application Form (Word)

Application Forms should be sent to [email protected]. If you wish to submit a postal application, please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

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.

Examinations Invigilator

Casual, adhoc hours

We are looking to add to our existing team of dedicated Examinations Invigilators to supervise pupils undertaking examinations in accordance with the legal School requirements and Shrewsbury Schools procedures.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, vigilant and reliable, have excellent attention to detail, can remain calm under pressure and offer flexibility to accommodate late cover requests at short notice. You will have effective verbal and written communication skills and be confident with a reassuring presence to pupils in exam rooms.

Full training will be provided, and staff are contacted prior to the exam period to discuss the invigilation schedules in relation to their own availability.

We offer enhanced pension contributions, on-site car parking and use of school facilities when not in use by pupils (library, swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, squash courts).

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

The closing date for applications is midday, Wednesday 26 November 2025.

Interviews will be held at the school on Wednesday 3 December 2025.

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

Recruitment Pack (includes job description & person specification)

Application Form PDF or Application Form (Word)

Application Forms should be sent to [email protected]. If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Minibus Driver

Part time, term time only

We are looking to recruit a friendly Minibus Driver to safely collect and drop off pupils to and from School.

The ideal candidate will have a full and clean driving licence, including D1 category, with a minimum of two years driving experience, and will enjoy working in a friendly and pro-active environment. You will be driving a School minibus and will be responsible for ensuring the minibus is in safe working order, clean and in good condition.

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, we offer free parking and professional training and development.

An indication of the working hours are Monday to Friday, 6.00am to 8.30am and 5.30pm to 7.30pm (although you will not be required to work on a Wednesday evening).

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

Closing Date: 12th November 2025

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

Recruitment Pack (includes job description & person specification)

Application Form PDF or Application Form (Word)

Application Forms should be sent to [email protected]. If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Interviews will be held at the school during week commencing 20 October 2025. Packwood 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.