Graduate Software Developer

Abingdon School; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Abingdon is seeking a Graduate Software Developer for its IT Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a professional software development environment, focusing on web applications, Python, and Django. The position includes extensive benefits and aims to nurture early-career developers into experienced professionals over a structured period.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution up to 14.1%

Private healthcare insurance

Free use of leisure facilities

Discounted exercise classes

Free lunches during term time

Christmas closure days

Discounted school fees

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Familiarity with Python and web development frameworks like Django.
• Desire to learn and contribute to digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain web applications.
• Work closely with the IT Director and development team.
• Gain experience in software testing, deployment, and version control.

Skills

Python

Django

APIs

Software development lifecycle

Version control

Education

Recent graduate in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cursor

OpenAI APIs

Job description

Abingdon, a leading independent day and boarding school, is seeking a Graduate Software Developer to join its Information Technology Department.

This role forms part of the School's long-running Graduate Developer Programme, which has successfully developed early-career developers since 2017. It is designed for a recent graduate looking to begin their professional journey in software development, working within a small but highly skilled internal team.

The successful candidate will learn to design, build, and maintain web applications used throughout the Abingdon Foundation and across associated commercial software platforms. This includes developing new tools in Python and Django, working with APIs, and contributing to the ongoing digital transformation of the School's operations.

Working closely with the IT Director and other developers, the postholder will gain practical experience in the full software development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, version control, and the use of modern AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor and OpenAI APIs. Over a three- to four-year period, this role provides a clear pathway from graduate to experienced developer.

The School offers a wide range of generous benefits including up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes, free lunches during term time, Christmas closure days and discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply).

We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

Early applications are encouraged. We may make an appointment prior to the advertised closing or interview dates.

Closing date: Friday 05 December 2025 (Midday)

Interview date: Wednesday 10 December 2025

For further details please visit our website

https://vacanciesatabingdonschool.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/

To apply, please upload your CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for the role, via the application portal. Please note that due to safeguarding reasons, candidates that are invited for interview will be required to complete a standard Abingdon application form prior to interview.

Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.