About the GDST

The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the UK’s leading family of 26 independent girls’ schools including two academies and a Head Office in London Victoria.

 At GDST, we are experts in girls’ education, on a mission to bring our unique approach to educating as many girls as possible. The GDST would not exist without the dedication and drive of our many committed employees. Our roles range from teaching and classroom support roles to specialist Head Office and non-teaching roles in catering, finance and estates management.

Current Vacancies



  • Job Title

    Teacher of Biology (maternity cover)

  • Location

    South Croydon, Surrey

  • Posted

    18th June 2025

  • School

    Croydon High School - GDST

  • Salary

    Salary commensurate with experience/qualifications

  • Hours

    Part Time

  • Description

    Hours: Part-time (0.8) The Role: Croydon High School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Teacher of Biology to cover a period of maternity leave and deliver inspiring and engagi ...

  • Job Title

    Swimming Coach

  • Location

    London, Greater London

  • Posted

    18th June 2025

  • School

    Notting Hill & Ealing High School - GDST

  • Salary

    TBC

  • Hours

    Part Time

  • Description

    Swimming Coach For September 2025 £28 - £30per hour depending on experience (with the option of a part-time employed contract) Self-Employed (Term Time, 2 days per week) Additiona ...

  • Job Title

    Higher Learning Teaching Assistant - SEND

  • Location

    London, Greater London

  • Posted

    18th June 2025

  • School

    South Hampstead High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £19,115 per annum (£31,000 FTE)

  • Hours

    Part Time

  • Description

    Higher Level Teaching Assistant - SEND Hours: Part-time (4 days per week, term time only) Contract: Permanent Salary: £19,115 per annum (£31,000 FTE) + excellent benefits Required ...

  • Job Title

    Teacher of Biology

  • Location

    Norwich, Norfolk

  • Posted

    17th June 2025

  • School

    Norwich High School for Girls - GDST

  • Salary

    TBC

  • Hours

    Part Time

  • Description

    PART-TIME (circa 0.4 FTE) Required from October 2025 or earlier Suitable for ECTs Applications are invited from inspiring biology teachers to join our thriving Science department. ...

  • Job Title

    Digital Content & Communications Officer

  • Location

    London, Greater London

  • Posted

    16th June 2025

  • School

    Putney High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £21,581 - £24,622 per annum pro rata

  • Hours

    Part Time, Job Share

  • Description

    Salary: GDST Support Staff Grade 4 scale (£35,968 - £41,036 per annum). Actual salary: £21,581 - £24,622 per annum, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent Hours: Three days a ...

  • Job Title

    Junior School Director of Music (maternity cover)

  • Location

    London, Greater London

  • Posted

    16th June 2025

  • School

    Putney High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £57,414 to £73,083 per annum

  • Hours

    Full Time

  • Description

    Salary: GDST Middle Leaders’ scale (£57,414 - £73,083 per annum), dependent on experience Contract: Fixed term (maternity cover) Hours: Full Time Required: January 2026 We are see ...

  • Job Title

    Caretaker

  • Location

    London, Greater London (Remote working)

  • Posted

    13th June 2025

  • School

    South Hampstead High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £29,479 - £31,500 FTE per annum

  • Hours

    Full Time, Part Time

  • Description

    Caretaker Hours: Full time or part time Contract: Permanent Salary: £29,479 - £31,500 FTE per annum, plus excellent benefits Required: August 2025 The role Are you a hands-on, har ...

  • Job Title

    Learning Support Assistant

  • Location

    Norwich, Norfolk

  • Posted

    12th June 2025

  • School

    Norwich High School for Girls - GDST

  • Salary

    Support Staff Grade 3 - £26,443 to £29,896 pro rat

  • Hours

    Part Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Part time, TERM TIME ONLY – 24 hours per week Start date – September 2025 Fixed term until July 2026 Support Staff Grade 3 - £26,443 to £29,896 pro rata We are seeking a dynamic a ...

  • Job Title

    School Chef

  • Location

    Southsea, Hampshire

  • Posted

    12th June 2025

  • School

    Portsmouth High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £27,171 - £30,720 pro rata (ie: £23,988 - £27,122)

  • Hours

    Full Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Hospitality Team Lead / Chef Are you looking for a catering role with regular hours during school term times? We offer competitive salaries and ample opportunities for professiona ...

  • Job Title

    Boarding Assistant

  • Location

    Bath, Bath and NE Somerset

  • Posted

    12th June 2025

  • School

    Royal High School Bath - GDST

  • Salary

    22776

  • Hours

    Full Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Location: Royal High Bath Job Title: Boarding Assistant  Required from: 1 September 2025 Contract term: Fixed Term until July 2026 Hours: Full Time Term, Time Only to include ...

  • Job Title

    School Nurse

  • Location

    South Croydon, Surrey

  • Posted

    11th June 2025

  • School

    Croydon High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £41,340pa pro-rata (£52,146pa fulltime equivalent)

  • Hours

    Full Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Hours: 36 per week, term time plus INSET days The Role: Croydon High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nurse to join our pastoral and safeguarding team. You w ...

  • Job Title

    Visiting Music Teacher: Piano

  • Location

    Sydenham, Greater London

  • Posted

    10th June 2025

  • School

    Sydenham High School - GDST

  • Salary

    TBC

  • Hours

    Casual

  • Description

    We are seeking a skilled pianist with first-rate teaching and communication skills to join our team of self-employed Visiting Music Teachers from September, and to play a key role ...

  • Job Title

    Learning Support Assistant – Prep School

  • Location

    Norwich, Norfolk

  • Posted

    9th June 2025

  • School

    Norwich High School for Girls - GDST

  • Salary

    £26,443 to £29,896 pro rata

  • Hours

    Part Time

  • Description

    Part time, TERM TIME ONLY – 11 hours per week Start date – from September 2025 Support Staff Grade 3 - £26,443 to £29,896 pro rata We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individua ...

  • Job Title

    Philanthropy Manager

  • Location

    London, Greater London

  • Posted

    6th June 2025

  • School

    South Hampstead High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £36,000 - £40,000 per annum

  • Hours

    Full Time

  • Description

    Philanthropy Manager Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Required from: July 2025 If you are passionate about fundraising, this is an opportun ...

  • Job Title

    Admissions Registrar

  • Location

    South Croydon, Surrey

  • Posted

    4th June 2025

  • School

    Croydon High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £17,091pa pro-rata (£34,000 pa full time)

  • Hours

    Part Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Hours: Part-time (21.6 hours per week), term time The Role: If you offer first class administrative, interpersonal and communication skills, this position offers an exciting oppor ...

  • Job Title

    School Minibus Driver

  • Location

    Southsea, Hampshire

  • Posted

    2nd June 2025

  • School

    Portsmouth High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £25,388 pro rata ie £9,225.07

  • Hours

    Part Time, Term Time

  • Description

    Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact? We're currently seeking a Minibus Driver to join our team to transport students to and from school. If you'r ...

  • Job Title

    Facilities Assistant

  • Location

    Southsea, Hampshire

  • Posted

    27th May 2025

  • School

    Portsmouth High School - GDST

  • Salary

    £13.56 ph increasing to £13.93 ph from Sep 2025

  • Hours

    Casual

  • Description

    Facilities Assistant (Zero Hours) Are you seeking a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of students? Portsmouth High School, situated in the heart of ...

GDST Schools

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Our Vision and Values

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We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world.

We have four values that we live by:

Girls first – Everything we do is built around girls and their needs.

We are fearless – And we nurture it in our girls – girls who, in turn, are unafraid to speak out, and to think differently.

We are forward-thinking – Embracing change, to prepare girls for an exciting future, creates a dynamic learning environment. For everyone.

We are a family – Our super power comes from being a family of schools, which collaborates, supports and shares experiences to help everyone thrive.

We do it differently at the GDST

"When you join us, you don’t just work with us, you become part of the GDST family: a group of 26 schools where girls learn without limits. 

You will belong to a network of diverse, dynamic and committed colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds, all dedicated to leading the way in girls’ education. Whether you are a teacher or looking for a non-teaching role, join us in our mission to be pioneers and the shapers of the future of girls’ education.

At the GDST we know that together we are stronger."

– Cheryl Giovannoni, Chief Executive

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Our Environment and Culture

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While each GDST school has its own unique identity and character, they are all wonderful environments in which to learn and work, with both beautiful heritage buildings and state-of-the art facilities.

As a family of schools, our collaborative ethos is deeply embedded, we aim to share our learnings and experience, supported and facilitated by the experts at Trust Office.

We have a strong culture of encouraging each other to be the very best we can be.

The GDST Spirit Film

Twenty five schools. One family. Watch our film to discover the GDST spirit.

Recognising and rewarding our staff

The GDST recognises and rewards leadership and teaching excellence in its schools. It has its own pay and grading structure, and system of career and pay progression.

  • Competitive salaries: For pay, career progression and generous pension schemes
  • Schools fees: A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
  • Interest-free loans: Training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
  • 176 teaching days per year (190 in maintained sector)
  • Early Careers Teachers start at £36,549 in London (£30,099 outside London).
  • Accredited ECT/NQT induction
  • Generous sick pay entitlement
  • Free lunch during term-time
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Four weeks’ study leave for teachers after ten years’ continuous service
  • Training grants: Opportunities for gaining qualifications
  • Access to the GDST central training and development programme
  • An employee assistance programme, offering free and confidential counselling
  • Access to the benefits offered by the GDST Alumnae Network
  • Pay bands – all staff are eligible to move through their pay band towards the grade maximum through annual pay reviews, subject to satisfactory performance

Talent Pool

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