Vacancies
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Haberdasher’s Abraham Darby is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All teachers and support staff are accountable for the way in which they exercise authority, manage risk, use resources and protect pupils from discrimination and avoidable harm. All staff, whether paid or voluntary, have a duty to keep young people safe and to protect them from physical harm. When an individual accepts a role that involves working with children and young people they need to understand and acknowledge that the responsibilities and trust are inherent in that role.
All posts working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check (including a check of the Children’s Barred List) and through pre-employment safer recruitment checks. On-line checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete and submit a criminal self-disclosure form prior to interview. All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role. ID checks (including photographic) will be carried out at the interview stage. References will be taken up prior to interview. Any offer of employment is conditional upon certain conditions which will be outlined in the offer letter. All new staff are expected to undertake mandatory training: safeguarding, online safety and prevent prior to their employment start date.
For existing staff, the DBS will be renewed every 5 years, and all staff are expected to sign an annual Safeguarding Declaration Form. We hold regular statutory Child Protection/Safeguarding training which all staff are required to attend (this may be outside of normal working hours).
We have a child protection and safeguarding policy in place which can be found by clicking here
Positive Mental Health – Whole School Approach
Haberdashers’ Abraham Darby aims to promote a whole-school positive approach to mental health and well-being for every member of staff and student; it is a fundamental to our values, mission and culture. We are a school that helps children flourish, learn and succeed by providing opportunities for them, and the adults around them, to develop the strengths and coping skills that underpin resilience. The Academy’s Mental Health and Well-being policy is available via the website.
Thank you for your interest in the KS3 Teacher post at Haberdashers’ Abraham Darby.
An increasing number of pupils are finding the transition from primary school to secondary school challenging. For some it is the move from small nurture group provision to being in a class of 15-30, for others they have arrived with extensive ‘Covid’ knowledge gaps which have been difficult to close, whilst for others it is ‘factors beyond their control’. We are therefore seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic KS3 teacher, with specific experience of teaching SEN pupils to help to bridge those gaps with focused interventions that empower pupils to successfully integrate into mainstream education.
Approximately 35% of our pupils are eligible for FSM and Pupil Premium so a desire to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people will be at the core of the successful candidate. You will be teaching elements of the KS3 curriculum to classes of Year 7 and Year 8 pupils who either have knowledge and skills gaps or who are not yet academically and emotionally secondary school ready. In addition, you will play a crucial role in helping to ensure that our pupils develop into confident young people, developing their resilience and improving their emotional well-being.
Our pupils are delightful, we are minutes away from Ironbridge Gorge and some beautiful countryside and we’d love to have you on our team. We look forward to receiving your application soon.
How to apply:
A candidate information pack containing full details of the post and department together with the application form are available by clicking on the relevant links below:
Candidate Information Pack 2026 -KS3 Teacher
Application Form 2026 – KS3 Teacher
Closing Date is Tuesday 19th May 2026.
Completed applications should be emailed to the HR Manager, Mrs D J Tudor: deborah.tudor@taw.org.uk
If you wish to contact us for an informal discussion, would like to know more about the post offered or wish to have a look around, please arrange this by contacting Mrs Clemency Price (Senior Vice Principal) – clemency.price1@taw.org.uk
We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational, enthusiastic, and committed teacher of English to join us from September 2026. The aptitude to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and to consistently teach stimulating and innovative lessons is essential. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated who wants to make a difference to the education of our students and who has the drive and enthusiasm to provide a high quality and challenging learning experience for our students, whilst also ensuring a supportive and encouraging environment. An interest and desire in teaching A level would be most welcome but not essential. The post is suitable for ECTs.
The successful candidate will join a highly committed and strong department that is very-well managed. We welcome applications from forward-looking colleagues who relish sharing their skills and ideas, and who want the chance to make their mark in helping take the department and the Academy to the next level.
How to apply:
A candidate information pack containing full details of the post and department together with the application form are available by clicking on the relevant links below:
Candidate Information Pack 2026 -Teacher of English
Application Form 2026 – Teacher of English
Closing Date is Friday 15th May 2026.
Completed applications should be emailed to the HR Manager, Mrs D J Tudor: deborah.tudor@taw.org.uk
If you wish to contact us for an informal discussion, would like to know more about the post offered or wish to have a look around, please arrange this by contacting the Head of English, Michael Duffield – michael.duffield@taw.org.uk
Teaching Assistant
Grade 3, Point 3 - Term Time Only
To access the application form and apply click hereTEACHING ASSISTANT
Required for September 2026 (or sooner if possible)
33.25 hours per week, term time only
Grade 3, Point 3 (Hourly rate: £13.6151)
Actual Salary: £19,561 (Full-time equivalent salary £25,266)
Haberdashers’ Abraham Darby is seeking to appoint an additional experienced and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our learning support team. The successful candidate will work under the instruction of the SENDCO to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities in our school.
The ideal Teaching Assistant will have:
- Previous experience of working with children with special needs
- Level 2 qualification or working towards
- An understanding of Child Protection/Safeguarding procedures
- Patience and empathy towards pupils and young people
How to apply:
The application form is available by clicking on the relevant link below:
Teaching Assistant Job Description – level 2 – 2026
Application Form – Teaching Assistant
Completed applications should be emailed to the HR Manager, Mrs D J Tudor: deborah.tudor@taw.org.uk
If you wish to discuss the post in more detail, please contact the SENDCO, Mrs Julie Dale-Jensen, via email: Julie.Dale-Jensen@taw.org.uk
The closing date for applications is 3pm on Friday 22nd May.
We reserve the right to close the advertisement early and to interview and appoint before the closing date – therefore early applications are encouraged.
School Caretaker / Site Maintenance
Salary Range: £28,395 - £29,068 per annum (Grade 3, Point 3-4)
To access the application form and apply click hereRequired as soon as possible
We require a well organised and proactive School Caretaker to join our existing Site team to maintain a clean, attractive, secure and welcoming site for staff, students and visitors. The successful candidate will report to the Site Manager to assist in the delivery of quality site service and maintenance.
Skills required: plumbing, carpentry, electrical and basic I.T skills. Knowledge of compliance would be an advantage.
Salary Range: £28,395 – £29,068 per annum (Grade 3, Point 3-4)
Hours: 40 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year
Shift patterns with some flexibility required – 0730-1600 and 0830-1700
Holiday Entitlement: 20 days per academic year, plus statutory days (increasing to 25 days after 5 years)
How to apply:
The application form is available by clicking on the relevant link below:
Application Form – Caretaker and Site Maintenance
Caretaker and Site Maintenance Job Description – 2026
Completed applications should be emailed to the HR Manager, Mrs D J Tudor: deborah.tudor@taw.org.uk
If you wish to discuss the post in more detail, please contact the Site Manager, Mr Towns, via email: courtenay.towns1@taw.org.uk
The closing date for applications is 3pm on Friday 22nd May.
We reserve the right to close the advertisement early and to interview and appoint before the closing date – therefore early applications are encouraged.
