Location: Portsmouth High School, Kent Road, Southsea, PO5 3ES
Required From: September 2026
Contract Term: Fixed term (expected to be to 31 May 2027)
Hours: Full Time
Salary: GDST Teacher pay scale
Portsmouth High School is seeking an enthusiastic and approachable teacher able to teach across the primary curriculum. The teacher will facilitate in each pupil the recognition, development and fulfilment of her academic potential.
This is a full-time teaching position for maternity cover, expected to be until the summer term 2027 half term break.
The successful candidate will contribute to providing an excellent education for pupils by teaching with expertise and enthusiasm, offering support to the learning of individual students and contributing to the school’s pastoral system.
Portsmouth High Prep School is a joyful, vibrant and caring community where curiosity, creativity and ambition are nurtured. We place each girl’s happiness and love of learning at the heart of our work, creating an environment where independence, individuality and questioning are encouraged and celebrated right from the start. Our pupils benefit from excellent facilities and extensive opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.
The school offers a range of career opportunities and is committed to staff wellbeing. We are part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) which is the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- 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
Applications
The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 5 May 2026.
Interviews will be held on Monday 11 May 2026 tbc.
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, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The school's safeguarding policy can be found here: https://www.portsmouthhigh.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GDST-Schools-Model-Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy-September-2025-v1-Website.pdf
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.