Teacher of Physical Education - maternity cover
FULL TIME
Required from November 2024
An enthusiastic, inspiring and well qualified teacher of Physical Education is required for up to one year from November 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and inspiring teacher to join our experienced and dynamic department.
The successful candidate will possess excellent subject knowledge and be able to contribute to teaching and activities across the Prep and Senior Schools. The ability to coach and lead teams in hockey, netball and cricket, as well as to support the wider work of the department to encourage both participation and the pursuit of sporting excellence for the girls, is an essential requirement. A strong commitment to co-curricular activities is vital.
Due to an extensive midweek fixture programme in both the Prep and Senior schools, a strong commitment to co-curricular activities is vital.
The post is offered on the GDST’s own salary scale.
For the right candidate there may be an opportunity to to lead on our careers curriculum as a maternity cover.
About Norwich High School for Girls
Norwich High School for Girls was founded in 1875 and is an independent day school for girls from 3-18 with approximately 600 pupils. The school is part of The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the largest independent school group in the UK. It is at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (up to 18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Free life assurance benefit
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Free hot lunch during term time
- Free hot beverages all year round
- Access to Fitness Suite and Swimming Pool subject to availability and induction
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Onsite parking
- Access to our free Employee Assistance programme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
A letter of application addressed to the Head (Miss Alison Sefton) should be included with your application form. Please note that CVs without a completed school application form cannot be considered.
Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 20th September 2024
Interview date: 26 September 2024