Sydenham High School is seeking to appoint a dynamic, creative and innovative Teacher of Latin and Classical Civilisation within our Classics Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a well-qualified and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with proficiency in teaching Latin from KS3 to KS5 and Classical Civilisation at KS5 to contribute to the academic and personal development of our pupils, to maintain the high academic expectations of our school and to contribute significantly to our community.
You will have an innovative understanding of teaching and learning and you will have high expectations of all pupils’ achievements. Ideally the candidate will show considerable initiative and be prepared to innovate both in the classroom and in the field. Staff are expected to be digitally literate and are encouraged to develop their personal digital skills.
Why Sydenham High School
Established in 1887, Sydenham High is an independent day school for girls aged 4-18 with over 700 pupils. The school is part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls' schools in the UK. The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
Sydenham High is a selective school with a mission to ensure that every girl reaches her full academic potential. Our rich and diverse curriculum, with a full range of subjects as well as excellent enrichment provision outside of lessons, enables our students to develop the skills and personal attributes to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing society. We are ambitious and forward thinking, looking to ensure our school continues to offer an outstanding education to our young people as well as the very best in pastoral care. Tolerance and mutual respect are a cornerstone of our ethos alongside an education which delivers a contemporary, innovative understanding of what it means to educate the ‘whole child’.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free school lunches
- Financial guidance and support
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged. Applications should be received no later than 9am on Thursday 16th April 2026. References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview.
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.