Careers | Shrewsbury House Prep School | Preparatory School in Surrey

Working at SHS Trust

Shrewsbury House School Trust, part of the St Paul's School Group, runs two independent schools dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and creating exceptional learning experiences for children from 4 -13.

Teaching at Shrewsbury House School Trust offers the opportunity to shape children’s futures within a warm, purposeful and highly aspirational environment. Across both Shrewsbury House School and The Rowans, our teachers prepare children not only for their next schools but for life beyond the classroom.

Shrewsbury House School has an exceptional record of preparing boys for many of the country’s most prestigious senior schools. Regular destinations include Charterhouse, Cranleigh School, Eton College, Epsom College, Hampton School, Harrow School, King’s College School (Wimbledon), Radley College, Reed’s School, St John’s School, St Paul’s School, The Royal Grammar School (Guildford), Tonbridge School, Wellington College, Westminster School and Winchester College.

The Rowans prepares children for the next stage of their educational journey, with many moving on to Shrewsbury House School. Families also secure places at a range of other leading prep schools across the area, reflecting the strong foundations established during their time at The Rowans.

Across Shrewsbury House School Trust, we recruit committed professionals and subject specialists with a breadth of experience. Extensive CPD opportunities are available and staff are encouraged to pursue courses that support their growth. Mentoring and coaching play a central role within the Trust and there are regular opportunities to collaborate and socialise with colleagues across both schools.

Teaching within the Trust is about empowering children, nurturing confidence and creating a culture where everybody is somebody. We welcome academically gifted children and all-rounders alike, ensuring each child is supported to thrive.

We are committed to providing the very highest standard of teaching and pastoral care. Our dedicated staff are incredibly generous with their time, taking great care to ensure every child feels settled, supported and happy at school.

We recognise that our teachers and support staff are our greatest asset. Our recruitment, induction, training and development programmes are therefore designed to attract, develop and retain staff who are true experts in their field.

“I am incredibly proud to be part of such a vibrant and dedicated school community. There is a palpable sense of warmth here, rooted in the genuine, positive relationships shared between our pupils and staff.”

Current Vacancies

shrewsbury house school vacancies
Mobile Maintenance Assistant To start as soon as possible - Full-time, full-year Competitive salary We are seeking to appoint a flexible and self-motivated individual to help deliver a high quality, customer focused maintenance service to the Trust. The post holder will be required to liaise with personnel and departments across the Trust, external contractors and suppliers. The successful candidate will have good communication skills and be able to work independently. This role is full-time and full-year. Shrewsbury House School Trust has two schools: Shrewsbury House School in Surbiton and The Rowans School in Wimbledon. We also have a dedicated sports ground in Chessington. The post holder must be able to travel to any of these sites, therefore a valid driving licence is essential. Applications should be emailed to Human Resources at recruitment@shstrust.net by noon on the closing date – 25th November. Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews will be held as and when suitable candidates apply. The School reserves the right to appoint at any point during the application process. Job description
Minibus (and Coach) Driver To start as soon as possible - Part-time Term time plus 3 inset days Hourly rate: £15.65/hour We are seeking to appoint a part-time minibus driver to transport the pupils to and from school (and during the school day according to your availability). We welcome candidates who are fully and appropriately qualified to drive a coach as well as a minibus. For more details about the job, including working hours, please contact the Operations and Transport Manager, Martin Meacher and he will be happy to provide you with more information. Minibus (and coach) drivers must be able to drive the School’s minibuses (and coach) and transport the School’s pupils safely and securely to and from school each day and to comply with all of the School’s policies. Successful candidates must possess a clean, full unrestricted D1 license. In order to be considered to drive the coach, successful candidates must possess a clean, full unrestricted coach licence (Category D), a current certificate of Professional Competence (PCV CPC), Driver Qualification card with up to date periodic training, a current Digital Tachograph Driver Smart Card and will have at least 2 years professional PCV driving experience. Applications should be emailed to Human Resources at recruitment@shstrust.net by the closing date: noon on 16^th November. Applicants will be considered as they are received and the school reserves the right to appoint at any point during the application process. Job description

shrewsbury house school vacancies

Mobile Maintenance Assistant

To start as soon as possible - Full-time, full-year
Competitive salary

We are seeking to appoint a flexible and self-motivated individual to help deliver a high quality, customer focused maintenance service to the Trust. The post holder will be required to liaise with personnel and departments across the Trust, external contractors and suppliers. The successful candidate will have good communication skills and be able to work independently. This role is full-time and full-year.

Shrewsbury House School Trust has two schools: Shrewsbury House School in Surbiton and The Rowans School in Wimbledon. We also have a dedicated sports ground in Chessington. The post holder must be able to travel to any of these sites, therefore a valid driving licence is essential.

Applications should be emailed to Human Resources at recruitment@shstrust.net by noon on the closing date – 25th November. Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews will be held as and when suitable candidates apply. The School reserves the right to appoint at any point during the application process.

Job description

Minibus (and Coach) Driver

To start as soon as possible - Part-time
Term time plus 3 inset days
Hourly rate: £15.65/hour

We are seeking to appoint a part-time minibus driver to transport the pupils to and from school (and during the school day according to your availability). We welcome candidates who are fully and appropriately qualified to drive a coach as well as a minibus. For more details about the job, including working hours, please contact the Operations and Transport Manager, Martin Meacher and he will be happy to provide you with more information.

Minibus (and coach) drivers must be able to drive the School’s minibuses (and coach) and transport the School’s pupils safely and securely to and from school each day and to comply with all of the School’s policies. Successful candidates must possess a clean, full unrestricted D1 license. In order to be considered to drive the coach, successful candidates must possess a clean, full unrestricted coach licence (Category D), a current certificate of Professional Competence (PCV CPC), Driver Qualification card with up to date periodic training, a current Digital Tachograph Driver Smart Card and will have at least 2 years professional PCV driving experience.

Applications should be emailed to Human Resources at recruitment@shstrust.net by the closing date: noon on 16^th November. Applicants will be considered as they are received and the school reserves the right to appoint at any point during the application process.

Job description

The Rowans school vacancies
KS1 Teacher (Maternity Cover) From April 2027 - Full-time Term time plus 3 days either side of term Salary dependent on qualifications and experience From Summer Term 2027, we are seeking to appoint an experienced KS1 / Lower KS2 Teacher to teach a class of children and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet the needs of each individual child, covering their learning and social needs. The teacher will offer pastoral care and support, providing the children with a secure environment in which they can learn. They should have the ability to build good relationships with children, parents and colleagues and show effective communication skills. Patience, a sense of humour and a willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning are useful attributes. The successful applicant should have experience of the London Day School application process for ages 7+. The successful candidate will be required to make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school, including attending whole-school annual events which may not fall in designated work hours. Applications should be emailed to the Human Resources Department at recruitment@shstrust.net by the closing date: noon on Monday 16th November 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint at any point during the application process. Interviews will take place w/c 23^rd November. Job description

The Rowans school vacancies

KS1 Teacher (Maternity Cover)

From April 2027 - Full-time
Term time plus 3 days either side of term
Salary dependent on qualifications and experience

From Summer Term 2027, we are seeking to appoint an experienced KS1 / Lower KS2 Teacher to teach a class of children and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet the needs of each individual child, covering their learning and social needs. The teacher will offer pastoral care and support, providing the children with a secure environment in which they can learn. They should have the ability to build good relationships with children, parents and colleagues and show effective communication skills. Patience, a sense of humour and a willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning are useful attributes. The successful applicant should have experience of the London Day School application process for ages 7+. The successful candidate will be required to make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school, including attending whole-school annual events which may not fall in designated work hours.

Applications should be emailed to the Human Resources Department at recruitment@shstrust.net by the closing date: noon on Monday 16th November 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint at any point during the application process. Interviews will take place w/c 23^rd November.

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Application Form

Shrewsbury House School Application Form

The Rowans School Application Form

SHST Application Form for Self-employed VMTS

Recruitment & Selection Policy Statement

Shrewsbury House School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure, satisfactory references, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK.

Recruitment and Selection Procedure

Equal Opportunities Statement

Shrewsbury House School is an equal opportunities employer and its policies, including the need to guard against false assumptions based on an applicant’s gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, religion, age, marital status, working pattern, are followed at all stages of the selection procedure.

Staff Member Privacy Notice

Shrewsbury House School Trust Human Resources Department ensures that the recruitment process and the related processing of applications adheres to the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation, May 2018. Please click below to read the Staff Member Privacy Notice, which includes details relating to the processing of applications.

Privacy Notice for Staff
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