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Vacancies & Employment-based Teacher Training
At Highsted Grammar School we are proud to offer career opportunities for adults as well as students. In addition to teaching posts, there are a wide range of support posts which fall vacant from time to time. Information about all our current vacancies can be found below. If there are no opportunities that suit your ambitions at present, but you would like to be considered for suitable appointments in the future, we are happy to receive your CV, together with a short letter of application stating your experience and areas of interest.
Likewise, we recognise the importance of excellence in the training future teachers and, with more than a decade of exceptional experience in employment-based training programmes, are pleased to offer opportunities for postgraduate trainees. We work in collaboration with the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) to provide both salaried and unsalaried positions which lead to Qualified Teacher Status. Salaried positions are paid on the Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale; unsalaried posts may be eligible for a government bursary, depending on the teaching subject and class of degree achieved. Further information about current recruitment to our School-based Initial Teacher Training scheme can be seen below.
Safer Recruitment & Induction
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, before applying for any vacancy at the school, all candidates are advised to read our policy which links to the child protection policy and procedures. Please click here to download the Safer Recruitment & Induction Policy.
Support Staff Vacancies:
Exam Invigilators required for Summer 2021 examination season and beyond.
Highsted Academy Trust pay band: Hourly rate.
We are seeking to recruit Invigilators for the coming exam season and on an ongoing basis. Experience is not necessary as training will be given, but it is important that you are responsible, reliable, calm and adaptable. The ability to work as part of a team, under direction, and to communicate effectively are essential. Please note that invigilators are required to stand for extended periods of time.
If you are passionate about working with young people, relish a challenge and feel you have the necessary skills for this post, please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Wednesday 5 May 2021.
Application forms containing contact details of two referees, including email addresses, should be accompanied by a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you would be suited to this post.
Exam Invigilators required for Summer 2021 examination season and beyond.
Highsted Academy Trust pay band: Hourly rate.
We are seeking to recruit Invigilators for the coming exam season and on an ongoing basis. Experience is not necessary as training will be given, but it is important that you are responsible, reliable, calm and adaptable. The ability to work as part of a team, under direction, and to communicate effectively are essential. Please note that invigilators are required to stand for extended periods of time.
If you are passionate about working with young people, relish a challenge and feel you have the necessary skills for this post, please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Wednesday 5 May 2021.
Application forms containing contact details of two referees, including email addresses, should be accompanied by a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you would be suited to this post.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification, please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Senior Science Technician (35 hours weekly; term time plus one week)
Highsted Academy Trust pay band 5: £19,335 - £20,483 per annum, pro rata.
We are seeking a flexible and highly motivated Senior Science Technician to lead our technician team at this outstanding girls' grammar school. Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and the possession of related qualifications would be an advantage; as would experience of leading and managing educational support staff.
Applications are invited from ambitious colleagues with a strong interest in science and a methodical approach who will be able to make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification, please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Senior Science Technician (35 hours weekly; term time plus one week)
Highsted Academy Trust pay band 5: £19,335 - £20,483 per annum, pro rata.
We are seeking a flexible and highly motivated Senior Science Technician to lead our technician team at this outstanding girls' grammar school. Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and the possession of related qualifications would be an advantage; as would experience of leading and managing educational support staff.
Applications are invited from ambitious colleagues with a strong interest in science and a methodical approach who will be able to make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications extended to: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications extended to: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification, please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Teaching Vacancies:
Subject Leader - Music (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Required from September, an exceptional Teacher of Music to contribute to leading the school choir, whole school concerts and musical ensembles at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. This is a high-profile area of school life, so the ability to teach to A-level and the desire to join a winning team are essential. A significant contribution to the school’s wide enrichment programme would be expected.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Subject Leader - Art (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Required from September, an inspiring and creative Art Teacher to lead our dynamic and motivated department and play a key role in the development of Art at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. A contribution to the school’s extensive enrichment programme would be required.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious professionals with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Subject Leader - Chemistry (M/UPS + TLR 2c)
Recruitment incentive available with this post for a suitable candidate
Subject Leader - Music (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Required from September, an exceptional Teacher of Music to contribute to leading the school choir, whole school concerts and musical ensembles at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. This is a high-profile area of school life, so the ability to teach to A-level and the desire to join a winning team are essential. A significant contribution to the school’s wide enrichment programme would be expected.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Subject Leader - Art (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Subject Leader - Music (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Subject Leader - Music (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Required from September, an exceptional Teacher of Music to contribute to leading the school choir, whole school concerts and musical ensembles at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. This is a high-profile area of school life, so the ability to teach to A-level and the desire to join a winning team are essential. A significant contribution to the school’s wide enrichment programme would be expected.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Required from September, an exceptional Teacher of Music to contribute to leading the school choir, whole school concerts and musical ensembles at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. This is a high-profile area of school life, so the ability to teach to A-level and the desire to join a winning team are essential. A significant contribution to the school’s wide enrichment programme would be expected.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Subject Leader - Art (M/UPS + TLR 2b)
Required from September, an inspiring and creative Art Teacher to lead our dynamic and motivated department and play a key role in the development of Art at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. A contribution to the school’s extensive enrichment programme would be required.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious professionals with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Required from September, an inspiring and creative Art Teacher to lead our dynamic and motivated department and play a key role in the development of Art at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. A contribution to the school’s extensive enrichment programme would be required.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious professionals with leadership potential, who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Tuesday 4 May 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Subject Leader - Chemistry (M/UPS + TLR 2c)
Recruitment incentive available with this post for a suitable candidate
Required from September, an inspiring and dynamic Chemistry teacher to lead the subject team and play a key role in the development of Science at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. A contribution to the school’s extensive enrichment programme would be required.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with proven leadership potential who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Monday 19 April 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Required from September, an inspiring and dynamic Chemistry teacher to lead the subject team and play a key role in the development of Science at this outstanding girls’ grammar school. A contribution to the school’s extensive enrichment programme would be required.
Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues with proven leadership potential who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.
Please contact Linda Sayers at the school for further information or download the details and an application form below. Closing date for applications: noon, Monday 19 April 2021. Please note: the school reserves the right to consider the merits of early applications.
Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Highsted Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
- School Information, Job Profile and Personal Specification - please click here.
- Application Form - please click here.
- School Prospectus - please click here.
Employment-based Teacher Training:
To find out more about this aspect of our training programme please follow this link to the Kemnal Academies Trust website.
The following positions are recruiting now for a start in September 2021:
- Trainee Teacher of Chemistry – unsalaried (government bursary may be payable)
- Trainee Teacher of Mathematics – unsalaried (government bursary may be payable)
- Trainee Teacher of Physics – unsalaried (government bursary may be payable)
These posts are offered as unsalaried positions, for which a government bursary or scholarship up to the value of £28,000 may be payable. For further information about eligibility and current value of the government's initital teacher training bursary scheme, please follow this link. For further information about the unsalaried scheme through our partnership with the Kemnal Academies Trust, please follow this link.
General information about our school, a generic job profile and person specification can be downloaded for your information. Trainees would be expected to build up their skills and experience during the course of the year in order to meet the government expectations contained in the 2012 Teachers' Standards and the requirements of the Highsted Job Profile (subject teacher responsibilities) by the end of the programme.
- Download Main School Prospectus
- Download Sixth Form Prospectus
- Download Further information and generic Job Profile for teachers
- Download School Centred Initial Teacher Training: The Kemnal Academies Trust
- Download Teaching Application Form
- Download Support Staff Application Form