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As part of an educational restructure in the local area in 2022, we have welcomed over 350 new students and over 35 staff into our community and are now a secondary school of nearly 800 learners across Years 7-11.
We are looking to expand our team with talented individuals who are passionate about learning and relish the opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of South West England.
As we continue to increase in student numbers and settle into our new school for 2023, we are now seeking more colleagues to join our exciting journey and help us gain the capacity to continue delivering teaching and learning to the highest levels. Wadham School is a welcoming and warmly inviting setting in the heart of Crewkerne with host of highly skilled professionals who place high value on education and helping our students to achieve to the very best of their potential every day.
Wadham School can offer you:
- The chance to be a part of an exciting educational journey alongside highly regarding professionals
- The opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues and wonderful young people and their families.
- Strong and supportive leadership, who place value on learning beyond the classroom.
- Fulfilment, in knowing that you matter and the work you do makes a positive difference to the lives you touch.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, and we will be delighted to answer your questions in person or by telephone and give you more information before you make the decision to apply. Please note we do not accept CV applications.
Please note that at times some interviews can occur shortly after the short-listing process, where you will be notified by email and posted letter should you be successful in joining our interview candidates. We shall acknowledge every application we receive and wish you every success as you apply to join our team at Wadham School.
Please call Mrs Lorrie Mahoney on 01460 270127 to discuss your application for any of the vacancies on this page or arrange a visit to the school and meet our team.
You should apply using the Somerset Council application form (at the bottom of this page) and email it to recruitment@wadhamschool.co.uk before the closing date on the advert. All application forms will be acknowledged by return email.
Teaching Staff Vacancies
Please see the link Job Description/Person Specification in each advert for more details.
An Application Form can be found at the bottom of this page.
Support Staff Vacancies
Please see the link Job Description/Person Specification in each advert for more details.
An Application Form can be found at the bottom of this page.
Cleaner(s) (10 or 16.25 Hours Per Week) - Starting ASAP
CLEANER(S)
1) Permanent position of 10 hours per week
Working from 6.30am - 8.30am OR 3.30pm and 5.30pm (Monday – Friday)
Term Time plus INSET days including one working week of the school holidays (40 weeks)
Grade 16 PT 2.0 Actual Salary £5793.00 per annum
Pay Increase Pending
2) Permanent position of 16.25 hours per week
16 hours and 15 minutes a week working from 2.15pm and 5.30pm (Monday – Friday)
Term Time plus INSET days including one working week of the school holidays (40 weeks)
Grade 16 PT 2.0 Actual Salary £9417.00 per annum
Pay Increase Pending
Closing Date for Application for Both Posts: Thursday 2nd April 2026 at 9.00am
We are seeking enthusiastic, conscientious individuals who have great attention to detail and the ability to self-motivate and work well within a busy and effective team. This post offers fulfilment in knowing that the work you do makes a positive difference in supporting the schools’ pupils and staff and offers the opportunity to join a well-established team of professional school cleaners.
Working two hours per day or two and 3/4 hours per day during term time and INSET days plus one week’s holiday deep- cleaning as arranged with the Site and Resources Manager, this post offers a permanent post with in-house training for all mandatory courses, such as Safeguarding, KCSIE and COSHH.
Candidates will need to demonstrate the following:
- Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the Cleaning Team
- Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner with minimal supervision
- Ability to act on own initiative, dealing with unexpected issues when they arise and being able to problem solve effectively
- The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a good practical aptitude, being able to carry out routine cleaning in all areas of the school including toilets and sports halls. Experience is desirable but training will be provided for the ideal candidate
- This post can be physically demanding at times and candidates would need to be able to carry out their duties effectively and thoroughly, with use of equipment and machinery as required
Please click this link for the full Job Description for this vacancies
Please note: All candidates are required to complete a Somerset County application form in full, with a complete work history and details of two professional referees. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and medical clearance
For further enquiries please email recruitment@wadhamschool.co.uk or telephone 01460 270127 to discuss this vacancy further