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. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Science and will enjoy making a lively contribution to co-curricular activities. The post would be suitable for an ECT or a more experienced teacher.
Science is a vibrant part of the academic curriculum at Norwich High School with a large proportion of the Sixth Form continuing their study of all three sciences. We teach AQA GCSE Sciences and AQA Biology at A level. A level Biology is a popular choice for Sixth Form students, many of whom are looking to study sciences or medicine at university.
The ideal candidate will be an inspiring and innovative teacher with outstanding subject knowledge. They should be capable of ensuring the highest quality of teaching and learning of Science across the whole school, motivating students to achieve their full potential.
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 Thursday 26 June 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 2 July 2025