INTERNAL ONLY UNTIL 20th NOVEMBER 2026
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Contract: 12-month Fixed term
Hours: Part-time (0.6)
Required from: April 2027
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of classical scholars in a school where Classics is a thriving and valued part of school life.
As a Classics Teacher, you will deliver engaging and challenging lessons, teaching Latin up to A Level and helping students develop their understanding of the languages, literature and civilisations that have shaped our world.
Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will contribute to a rich programme of learning that extends well beyond the classroom, including Classics societies, cultural visits and educational trips.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and accomplished teacher with excellent subject knowledge, a passion for Classics and the ability to inspire students across a range of ages and abilities. You will be a well-qualified Classics graduate, with experience of teaching Latin at Key Stages 3 and 4 and the ability to teach to A Level. The ability to teach Classical Greek or Classical Civilisation at A Level would be an advantage.
About Wimbledon High School
Since 1880, Wimbledon High School GDST has been educating girls to go out into the world and make a difference. Our acclaimed pastoral programme GROW, enriching co-curricular opportunities, character-forging partnerships and our ‘playful scholarship’ approach to academic life make for a compelling environment where every individual can flourish and be herself. Located in the heart of Wimbledon, we are less than 20 minutes from central London.
Benefits
As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• GDST Flexible Pension Plan
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
The closing date for applications will be 9.00am on Tuesday 1 December 2026.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 8th December 2026
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.