School vacancies
The following vacancies are currently available in GDST schools nationwide.

An Application Form is available by clicking here.

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KEY STAGE 1 & 2 TEACHERS

SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL

For September 2008

We are seeking:
• well qualified experienced KS1 and KS2 teachers
• dynamic classroom practitioners with a clear sense of purpose and high expectations
• teachers willing to take an active part in the life of our Junior School.
• experienced teachers or NQTs for whom full support and accreditation will be given
The School
• has excellent facilities
• is committed to a full and constantly evolving programme of curricular and extra curricular activities
• was commended by the ISC Inspection as “a highly effective school where pastoral care and high quality teaching underpin academic achievement”.
We can offer:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a friendly and supportive working environment

Successful applicants will be expected to undertake a CRB check

For further details please contact the school office 0208 768 8000 heads.secretary@syd.gdst.net for more information and an application pack.

Applications should be received by: Friday 9th May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/sydenhamhigh


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PART TIME TEACHER OF DRAMA

SYDENHAM HIGH SCHOOL

from September 2008
Approximately 70% (3½ days a week)

We are seeking:
• an enthusiastic, well qualified graduate teacher to join our Drama Department
• proven success in teaching Drama from KS3 to A2
• a dynamic classroom practitioner with a clear sense of purpose and high expectations
• a willingness to participate in the organisation of extra curricular drama productions
The School
• has excellent facilities including a purpose built Performing Arts Complex, developed to professional standard, incorporating a theatre, recital hall, music technology suite and recording studio
• is committed to a full and constantly evolving programme of curricular and extra curricular activities
• was commended by the ISC Inspection as “a highly effective school where pastoral care and high quality teaching underpin academic achievement”.
We can offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a friendly and supportive working environment

Successful applicants will be expected to undertake a CRB check

Please contact the school office 0208 768 8000 heads.secretary@syd.gdst.net for full details and an application form.

Applications should be received by: Friday 9th May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/sydenhamhigh


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PART-TIME KEY STAGE 1 TEACHER

NORTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL

REQUIRED FOR
SEPTEMBER 2008

We are seeking an enthusiastic, well-qualified teacher for Year 1 in the first instance, from September 2008. The post is part-time (0.7) and the person appointed will work as part of the Year 1 team. The pupils are bright and responsive and the school is friendly and supportive, with excellent facilities.

For further information and an application form, please tel: 01604 667979, fax: 01604 877913 e-mail: m.brimyard@nhs.gdst.net

Closing date: 6 May 2008

Interview date: 13 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/northamptonhigh

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RESIDENT HOUSEMISTRESS

Royal High, Bath

Required from September 2008, a resident Housemistress of Gloucester House which accommodates 50 girls aged 16 -18 (Sixth Form). Boarding is an essential element of The Royal High School’s culture and strategic planning.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a flourishing girls’ boarding community supporting our co-educational Sixth Form College which offers both A levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme.

Our sixth form house is an increasingly international community. Experience of supporting overseas students is particularly welcomed.

This is a non-teaching position but the post-holder will be expected to provide both pastoral and academic support to the students.

The salary scale will be within the range of Grade 2 SCP 12-16 (currently £14,492 - £15,842 per annum) or Grade 3 SCP 17-21 (currently £16,217 - £18,430 per annum) of the Trust’s salary scale for support staff (pay award pending), depending on qualifications and experience.

The Royal High Senior School is an academically selective Independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11-16.
The Sixth Form College will be co-educational, offering the IB alongside A Levels. Girls in the Sixth Form may be boarders or day students.
The Senior School and Sixth Form College are situated on a beautiful campus overlooking the World Heritage City of Bath.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.

For further details and an application form please contact the School Office:
Tel: 01225 313877/3
Fax: 01225 465446
E-mail:royalhigh@bat.gdst.net

Applications on GDST Application Forms only please,
by closing date: Monday 12 May.
Interviews will be on Tuesday 20 May.

Link: www.gdst.net/royalhighbath

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SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER/BURSAR

CENTRAL NEWCASTLE HIGH SCHOOL

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of this very successful Independent Girls' School from July or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful applicant will be a strategic thinker with relevant business management skills who wants to work within a supportive team to ensure the highest quality of education for all girls.

An extensive and well-maintained site with excellent facilities combines with a strong academic tradition and outstanding reputation to make Central Newcastle High School an exciting and challenging school in which to work.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.

Please contact Mrs G Lord on 0191 281 1768 or e-mail g.lord@cnw.gdst.net for an Information Pack.

Central Newcastle High School
Eskdale Terrace
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4DS
Telephone: 0191 281 1768
Fax: 0191 281 6192

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon Thursday 15th May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/newcastlehigh

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KS 2 CLASS TEACHER

CENTRAL NEWCASTLE HIGH SCHOOL

Required for September 2008, an enthusiastic and committed teacher for KS1. Teaching is class based, but some subjects are taught by specialist teachers. The successful applicant will enjoy working in a lively professional team where our aim is to give every girl the opportunity to grow into a confident, self-assured young woman in a challenging yet supportive environment. We offer small classes with enthusiastic girls and an environment where the ability to inspire is valued highly.
We can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent facilities and ICT resources
• A warm, friendly and supportive working environment

Further professional development opportunities are available; applications from both experienced and newly qualified teachers are welcome. Full NQT Mentoring is available. Salary is according to GDST National Scale.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.

Please contact Mrs G Lord on 0191 281 1768 or e-mail g.lord@cnw.gdst.net for an Information Pack.

Central Newcastle High School
Eskdale Terrace
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4DS
Telephone: 0191 281 1768
Fax: 0191 281 6192

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon Wednesday 14th May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/newcastlehigh

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TEACHER OF PE WITH DANCE

HEATHFIELD SCHOOL

Required for September 2008, a well-qualified graduate to teach throughout the school. Dance up to GCSE level is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified Dance/PE specialist beginning a career in teaching, although other candidates are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates should be willing to contribute to the school’s pastoral and extra curricular sports programme.

Salary is in accordance with the GDST National Scale with an enhanced London Allowance.

Application form and further details are available from the school office on 020 8868 2346, fax 020 8868 4405, email: j.moseley@hea.gdst.net

To apply, please write to the Headmistress with the application form, a full CV and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two professional referees.

Heathfield School (GDST)
Pinner, Middlesex
Independent Day School for Girls (552 on roll ages 3 – 18)
Headmistress: Miss C Juett BSc

Closing date: 6 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/heathfield


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HEAD OF PHYSICS

SENIOR DEPARTMENT (400+ girls, 11 - 18): Required for September 2008: (Readvertisement)

We seek an dynamic and well qualified graduate to lead the Physics Department. The successful candidate will show energy, drive and enthusiasm and have excellent leadership skills. There is also a vacancy for a part time teacher of Physics (11 hours over a 2-week timetable). Please indicate which post you wish to apply for.

This is a selective girls’ school with a long tradition of high academic standards within a friendly and supportive community. We have moved to IGCSE (Edexcel) for Double and Triple Award Science.

For an information pack, please contact Mrs. Jane Page (Head’s PA). Please note that CVs without a completed application form cannot be considered. The closing date for applications is Friday 9 May and interviews will be held in the week beginning 12th May. The successful applicant will be expected to undergo an enhanced CRB check.

Montpelier Road, Brighton, East Sussex. BN1 3AT
Tel: 01273 734112
E-mail jpage@bhhs.gdst.net

Link: www.gdst.net/bhhs

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DIRECTOR OF SPORT

IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL

Applications are invited from well qualified candidates with vision and energy to lead our highly successful PE Department. This post requires the candidate to develop new sporting initiatives, make links with the local sporting community and extend our excellent record in team and individual sports. Our beautiful 80 acre campus boasts first class facilities including an indoor 25m swimming pool, a new all weather pitch for hockey and tennis and a large sports hall.

For further details and an application form please:

Telephone: 01473 780201
Fax: 01473 780985
Email: office@ihs.gdst.net

Closing Date: 13 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/ipswichhigh

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SECOND IN PE DEPARTMENT

IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL

Applications are welcome for a well qualified energetic teacher to play an important role in developing PE in a department that is flourishing. An ability to teach GCSE and A-level PE is essential.

For further details and an application form please

Telephone: 01473 780201
Fax: 01473 780985
Email: office@ihs.gdst.net

Closing Date: 13 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/ipswichhigh

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TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS

IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL

An exciting opportunity for a lively teacher to join our very successful department from September 2008. This is a part-time post and applications are welcome from experienced or newly qualified teachers.

For further details and an application form please:

Telephone: 01473 780201
Fax: 01473 780985
Email: office@ihs.gdst.net

Closing Date: 6 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/ipswichhigh

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PART TIME TEACHER OF MUSIC

IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL

Required from September 2008

A well qualified and lively musician to join our flourishing Music Department that plays an important role in our happy and dynamic school. Ability to teach up to GCSE and A Level essential.

For further details and an application form please

Telephone: 01473 780201
Fax: 01473 780985
Email: office@ihs.gdst.net

Closing Date: 6 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/ipswichhigh

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TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS

PUTNEY HIGH SCHOOL

Full Time
September 2008

Applications are also welcomed from well-qualified and enthusiastic Mathematicians for a full time or part time post. We welcome both experienced applicants and NQTs.

A pastoral role may be available for suitable candidates. Please indicate whether you would be interested in taking on the responsibility of a Head of Year.

Salary is in accordance with GDST national scale with enhanced Inner London allowance that is equivalent to the maintained sector salary scale with additional opportunities to progress beyond the threshold. Other benefits include interest-free season ticket loan and reduced BUPA subscription.
Apply immediately to the Headmistress from whom an application form and further details may be obtained.

Closing date for applications is 14th May.

Interviews will take place w/c 19th May.

35 Putney Hill, London SW15 6BH
Telephone: 0208 788 4886 Fax: 0208 789 8068
e-mail: heads.secretary@put.gdst.net

Link: www.gdst.net/putneyhigh

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PART TIME FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

THE ROYAL HIGH, BATH

Required from September 2008, a well-qualified graduate to teach Food Technology part time (62.5% - 25 hours per fortnight) throughout the senior school and College. This includes running clubs for local Junior Schools after school twice a week during term time.

We offer you a friendly and supportive working environment, professional development programme, generous salary and benefits package a full indcution programme leading to QTS is available.

The Royal High Senior School is academically selective Independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11-16. The Sixth Form College will be co-educational, offering the IB alongside A Levels. Girls in teh Sixth Form may be boarders or day students. The Senior School and the Sixth Form College are situated on a beautiful campus overlooking the World Heritage City of Bath.

For further details and an application form please contact the School Office:
Tel: 01225 313877/3
Fax: 01225 465446
Email: royalhigh@bat.gdst.net

Applications on GDST Application Forms only please, by
closing date: Thursday, 15 May 2008.

Interviews will be during w/c 2 June 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/royalhighbath

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PART TIME VACANCIES AT BRIGHTON & HOVE HIGH SCHOOL

SENIOR DEPARTMENT (400+ girls, 11 - 18): Required for September 2008:
Due to increased curriculum demands we are looking to appoint dynamic and qualified graduates for the following part time posts:

Classics 0.5 f.t.e. (management allowance available for suitably qualified candidate)
Geography 0.5 f.t.e.
Mathematics 0.2 f.t.e (approx)
I.C.T. 0.5 f.t.e. (approx) (could be combined with one of the above)

BHHS is a selective girls’ school with a long tradition of high academic standards within a friendly and supportive community. We currently work on a 2-week timetable.

For an information pack, please contact Mrs. Jane Page (Head’s PA), stating clearly which post you are interested in.

Applications on GDST Application Forms only please, by
closing date: Friday, 9 May

Interviews week commencing 12 May

Link: www.gdst.net/bhhs

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ICT TECHNICIAN

NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL

An ICT Technician is required to provide technical
support for the school, completing our support team of
three namely our Network Manager and two technicians.
Candidates should have good knowledge of supporting
Microsoft software and demonstrate ability to perform
PC software installations, upgrades and repairs.

This is a full time position working a 36 hour week.
Benefits include excellent working conditions, 30 days
holiday per annum, a free lunch during school term
time, a contributable pension scheme and a salary in
the region of £14,492 - £15,842.

If you are interested in working in our busy and
welcoming environment please apply for an information
pack. It is GDST policy that all applicants complete &
return our application for employment, all applications
should be sent to the School Business Manager by
Friday 9th May 2008.

For further details please contact Mrs Candice Molineux, School Business Manager
Norwich High School for Girls, 95 Newmarket Road
Norwich, NR2 2HU
Email: admin@nor.gdst.net
Tel: 01603 453265
Fax: 01603 259891
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child
protection screening will apply to this post

Link: www.gdst.net/norwich


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TWO JUNIOR SCHOOL TEACHING POSTS

JUNIOR DEPARTMENT (250+ girls, 3 - 11): Required for September 2008:

An opportunity for two well qualified, experienced teachers who:
Can teach from Reception to Year 6 in our forward looking, vibrant junior school
Will enjoy teaching well-motivated girls
Will participate in extra curricular activities

We can offer you:
A competitive salary and benefits package
A professional development programme
A warm, friendly and supportive working environment
Excellent facilities and ICT resources

For an information pack, please e-mail jpage@bhhs.gdst.net or telephone 01273 734112. Please note that CVs without a completed application form cannot be considered.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 15th May and interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd May. The successful applicant will be expected to undergo an Enhanced CRB check.


Junior Dept: Radinden Manor Road, Hove, East Sussex. BN3 6NH
Senior Dept. Montpelier Road, Brighton, East Sussex. BN1 3AT
Tel: 01273 734112
E-mail jpage@bhhs.gdst.net


Link: www.gdst.net/bhhs


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Full time Teacher of Mathematics

SENIOR DEPARTMENT (400+ girls, 11 - 18): Required for September 2008:

We seek an enthusiastic and well qualified Maths graduate to join a flourishing and successful department. The successful candidate would be expected to teach throughout the Senior School up to A-Level, and to participate in the wide-ranging and rich extra curricular life of the school

Salary is GDST scale (£20133 - £31878) and is dependent upon experience and qualifications.
For an information pack, please contact Mrs. Jane Page (Head’s PA). Please note that CVs without a completed application form cannot be considered. The closing date for applications is Monday 12th May and interviews will be held shortly after that. The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a CRB check.

Brighton & Hove High School is a selective girls’ day school situated close to the seafront.

Montpelier Road, Brighton, East Sussex. BN1 3AT
Tel: 01273 734112
E-mail jpage@bhhs.gdst.net


Link: www.gdst.net/bhhs



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Part-time Spanish Language Assistant
Approximately 5 hours per week

Sydenham High School

We are seeking a well qualified Language Assistant to support the work of the Spanish Department by providing small group and individual conversation lessons for GCSE and A Level students.

The School
has excellent facilities including a specialist Modern Foreign Languages suite.
Was inspected by the ISCI in November 2005 and commended as “a highly effective school where pastoral care and high quality teaching underpin academic achievement”.
We can offer you:
salary in accordance with the GDST scale (currently £21.53 per hour)
a friendly and supportive working environment

Successful applicants will be expected to undertake a CRB check
Applications should be received by: Friday 16th May 2008
Apply on-line via www.gdst.net or contact the school office 0208 768 8000 heads.secretary@syd.gdst.net for full details and an application form.

Link: www.gdst.net/sydenhamhigh


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HEAD OF MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES

Northampton High School

REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2008 or JANUARY 2009 START

An opportunity for a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher to:
• to lead this strong and highly committed department
• teach French throughout the school to A2 Level
• contribute to a thriving school which obtains outstanding results
• enjoy the challenge of teaching ambitious, able and well-motivated students
• participate in the extra-curricular life of the school
• organise and lead trips abroad

We can offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a professional development programme
• excellent facilities and ICT resources
• a friendly and supportive working environment

For further information, please tel: 01604 765765, fax: 01604 709418 e-mail: d.brown@nhs.gdst.net or see www.gdst.net

Completed GDST Application forms to sent by the closing date: 20 May 2008.

Interviews to take place: 22 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/northamptonhigh

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School Nurse
Time: Job Share (0.5)
Required for September 2008

WIMBLEDON HIGH SCHOOL

This term time only post would suit someone who enjoys working with children and young adults, is approachable and friendly, yet firm, and who is prepared to deal with more than just the medical aspects of life faced by young people. The ideal candidate would be a RGN with paediatric/practice nurse/school nursing experience and would hold a counselling qualification. The School Nurse is part of the pastoral team and is expected to participate in the PSHE programme, as well as to undertake relevant administrative duties.

Salary is based on NHS Band 6 with complimentary Inner London Allowance. Other benefits include interest-free loans for season ticket purchase and reduced BUPA subscription.

Applications with a full CV and details of 2 referees should reach the Headmistress by Thursday 22 May. Interviews will be held in week commencing 2 June 2008.

For further information and an application form, please visit our website: www.gdst.net/wimbledon or email clare.gray@wim.gdst.net. Tel: 020 8971 0920.



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TEACHER OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Junior School
September 2008

Central Newcastle High School

We are excited to be looking for an enthusiastic and well qualified PE teacher to join our vibrant and highly successful PE Department and teach Games and PE throughout the Junior School.

The Department runs a busy inter-school sports match and extra curricular programme so candidates must be available after school and at weekends as required.

We can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent facilities and ICT resources
• A warm, friendly and supportive working environment

Further professional development opportunities are available.

Salary is according to GDST National Scale.

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon Wednesday 21st May 2008

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.

Please contact Mrs G Lord on 0191 2811768 or e-mail g.lord@cnw.gdst.net for an Information Pack.

Central Newcastle High School
Eskdale Terrace
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4DS
Telephone: 0191 281 1768
Fax: 0191 281 6192

Link: www.gdst.net/newcastlehigh

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PART-TIME TEACHER OF GERMAN

Required for September 2008

Central Newcastle High School

We are looking for a well qualified German teacher to join our thriving and expanding Modern Languages Department. The successful candidate will be able to enthuse and inspire the girls in Years 7 – 13 with his/ her teaching.

We can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent facilities and ICT resources
• A warm, friendly and supportive working environment

Further professional development opportunities are available; applications from both experienced and newly qualified teachers are welcome.

Full NQT Mentoring is available.

Salary is according to GDST National Scale.

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon Friday 30th May.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.

Please contact Mrs G Lord on 0191 281 1768 or e-mail g.lord@cnw.gdst.net for an Information Pack.

Central Newcastle High School
Eskdale Terrace
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4DS
Telephone: 0191 281 1768
Fax: 0191 281 6192

Link: www.gdst.net/newcastlehigh

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HEAD OF CHEMISTRY

Required for January 2009

NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

An enthusiastic, experienced and well-qualified Chemistry graduate with QTS is required, as a result of the promotion of the current post-holder, to lead a strong academic department within a forward-looking lively Science department. Chemistry is a popular subject at AS and A2, attracting large numbers of candidates. At GCSE level separate sciences are studied.

Approved removal expenses paid. Salary GDST scale with Government superannuation and a management allowance of £3,768 p.a.

We can offer you:
• the opportunity to teach ambitious, able and well-motivated students
• a competitive benefits and salary package
• a professional development programme
• excellent facilities and ICT resources
• a friendly and supportive working environment

All staff are expected to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply.

For further information and an application form, please tel: 01603 453265,
fax: 01603 259891, e-mail: hmsecretary@nor.gdst.net.

Please note that CVs without a completed school application form cannot be considered.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/norwich

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Part-time teacher of Mathematics

HOWELL’S SCHOOL, LLANDAFF GDST

from September 2008

An opportunity for a well-qualified, experienced and enthusiastic teacher to:
• teach mathematics to GCSE and A level (with statistics) in our thriving Senior School and College
• work with well motivated and able students and members of staff
• teach approximately 50% of the timetable

We can offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a professional development programme
• excellent facilities and ICT resources
• a friendly and supportive working environment

For further information and an application form, please telephone 029 2056 2019, fax: 029 2057 8879 or e-mail: mail@how.gdst.net
Completed applications must be received by Monday 2 June 2008.
Interviews of shortlisted candidates will take place as soon as possible thereafter.

Link: www.gdst.net/howells-llandaff

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Head of Modern Foreign Languages


Northampton High School

REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2008 or JANUARY 2009 START


An opportunity for a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher to:
• to lead this strong and highly committed department
• teach French throughout the school to A2 Level
• contribute to a thriving school which obtains outstanding results
• enjoy the challenge of teaching ambitious, able and well-motivated students
• participate in the extra-curricular life of the school
• organise and lead trips abroad

We can offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a professional development programme
• excellent facilities and ICT resources
• a friendly and supportive working environment

For further information and an application form, please tel: 01604 765765, fax: 01604 709418 e-mail: d.brown@nhs.gdst.net

Closing date: 20 May 2008. Interviews to take place: 22 May 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/northamptonhigh

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HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL

Independent Girls’ Day School
773 pupils 3-18 years (274 in Junior School)

Northampton High School

REQUIRED FOR JANUARY 2009

A forward thinking, highly qualified and caring leader to take this successful Junior School into its next phase. Northampton High School has a strong academic record and provides a nurturing environment with excellent facilities. The successful applicant will play an important role in the Senior Management Team for the whole school.

Visits to the school are by appointment and are warmly welcomed.

For further information and an application form, please tel: 01604 765765, fax: 01604 709418 e-mail: d.brown@nhs.gdst.net or see www.gdst.net

Closing date for applications: 9 June 2008. Interviews to take place: 18 June 2008

Link: www.gdst.net/northamptonhigh

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Part time Teacher of Design Technology (20%)

for September 2008

Sydenham High School

We are seeking:
• a well qualified graduate teacher to teach Design Technology throughout the school from KS3 to A Level
• a dynamic classroom practitioner with a clear sense of purpose and high expectations

The School
• has excellent facilities
• is committed to a full and constantly evolving programme of curricular and extra curricular activities
• was inspected by the ISCI in November 2005 and the final report commends the school as “a highly effective school where pastoral care and high quality teaching underpin academic achievement”.

We can offer you:
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• a friendly and supportive working environment

Successful applicants will be expected to undertake a CRB check

Applications should be received by: Tuesday 20th May 2008.
Apply on-line via www.gdst.net or contact the school office 0208 768 8000 heads.secretary@syd.gdst.net for full details and an application form.

Link: www.gdst.net/sydenhamhigh


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Part time Teacher of German

(with either French or Spanish)
(approximately 0.5 fte)

Required from September 2008, we are seeking an enthusiastic teacher of German who is also able to teach either French or Spanish.
The successful applicant will be able to teach German to A2 and either French or Spanish to at least KS3 but preferably to GCSE.

An enthusiasm for and a willingness to participate in language exchanges is essential. This would possibly be an ideal first appointment, although more experienced teachers are also most welcome to apply.

The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the largest independent school group in the UK and is in the forefront of girls’ education. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The school offers a full induction programme leading to QTS status.

Further details and an application form are available from the Headmistress’s PA on 023 9282 6714

Link: www.gdst.net/portsmouthhigh