Vacancies
We are committed to recruiting the best candidates into vacancies at Haberdashers’ Adams, with the passion and talent to nurture and develop our pupils into the leaders of tomorrow. Our rich history and our forward-thinking mindset provide staff and pupils alike with a distinctive grammar school experience in Newport, Shropshire.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and the list of those prohibited from teaching or working within the profession.
Teacher of Sport & Games (Part Time)
To applyThe School has a Head of Sport, responsible for afternoon games for all year groups, and a Head of PE, responsible for academic PE (GCSE and AS-level) as well as core PE. The person appointed to this post would contribute to both afternoon games and PE, reporting to the two Heads of Department. At present, six teachers teach PE (core, GCSE and AS-level) and another ten teachers contribute to afternoon games.
Games afternoons take place at Longford Hall playing fields, about one mile from school. Here, over 100 acres, we have 6 rugby pitches, 1 football pitch, 2 cricket squares, a grass athletics track, 2 throwing circles and a long jump pit. The fields lend themselves very well to a variety of cross-country running courses. A brand-new pavilion was built three years ago.
The two departments are housed in an office adjacent to the School’s well-equipped sports hall on the school site. This building also has a class room housing a multi-purpose gym and a range of cardio-vascular equipment. The sports hall itself is fully equipped with markings for all types of games plus cricket nets. Next to the sports hall is an outdoor play area with markings for netball, known as ‘the cage’. To the rear of the hall is a heated, covered four-lane swimming pool, which is 25 yards in length. A full-size netball court is marked out on the main playground.
Job Description and Person Specification
We are looking for a teacher who can teach both girls’ and boys’ PE and Games. We expect the balance between these to adjust as the school becomes fully co-educational over the next five years. The successful candidate will be expected to lead on running the school’s hockey teams. They will also be expected to participate in after-school practice sessions and Saturday fixtures.
The opportunity for this post to become a full-time one may arise in the future. At present, we require the 0.8 post to be taught over five days.
Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 8th April 2024, with interviews to be held week commencing 15th April 2024.
Boarding Cleaner (Part Time)
To applyWe are looking to recruit an efficient and self-motivated Cleaner, for our Senior Boarding House based in the town of Newport, Shropshire.
As part of the cleaning team, you will play a vital role maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for our students, staff and visitors. Your attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness will contribute to providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere within the boarding house. You will be working alongside 4 other Cleaners, that will help and guide you within the role. Full training will be provided.
The role is 16 hours per week. Core hours are 9am-1pm, Monday to Friday, with one day off per week according to the Rota. Your working weeks would be as per the School’s Term times, plus 2 additional weeks. These additional weeks are decided upon by the Head of Senior Boarding.
This post is paid at NLW, currently £10.42 per hour, rising to £11.44 per hour from the 1st April 2024. Annual salary is therefore currently £7,537 rising to £8,275 from the 1st April 2024.
Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 8th April 2024, with interviews to be held week commencing 15th April 2024.
Invigilators (Part Time)
ApplyInvigilators are crucial to the exams process. They ensure that all pupils are treated fairly and comply to the Joint Council of Qualifications (JCQ). We are looking for people who are reliable, punctual and flexible with good communication and organisational skills. You will work as part of a team to ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations in an environment that enables our pupils to perform at their best and within the required exam conditions.
We ask for a commitment of at least 3 days a week from the middle of May until the end of June for the main exam period, there are also other opportunities for further invigilation, with mocks in both November and January, in addition to the 11+ Entrance Test and various other tests that take place during the academic year.
Experience is not necessary as full training will be given.
If you are interested in joining Haberdashers’ Adams as a Casual Invigilator please contact the HR Manager, Mrs. Rachel Back rachel.back@adamsgs.uk for an application form.