Contract: Permanent, Part Time (approximately 30% FTE pro rata)
Salary: £37,617 - £49,668 FTE - actual salary based on FTE% and experience
Location: Northampton High School GDST, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, Northampton, NN4 6UU
Applications should be submitted by Monday 16 March 2026 at midday at the latest; however, applications may be considered in advance of the deadline
Interviews are likely to be held towards the end of the week commencing 16 March 2026 or early the following week.
We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower our girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world. Join our progressive and evolving team, where we work together to promote and enable this ambitious and aspirational cultural, take on the challenge of ensuring we have the right systems in place to support our schools.
This vacancy provides the opportunity for a well-qualified, inspirational teacher of Science (specialism Biology to A Level; Chemistry and Physics to at least GCSE would be beneficial), to teach across the Senior School, with a unified science course at Year 7-8 and individual science subjects from Year 9, including specialism to A Level, medical pathways support and possibly Oxbridge entrance.
What skills and experience you’ll bring to the role
We are looking for a well-qualified graduate with a passion for teaching and excellent subject knowledge of Science teaching across the main disciplines with a focus on Biology. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the curriculum and a commitment to continuing professional development, as well as being efficient and organised. She/he will be an excellent communicator who can enthuse and inspire both pupils and colleagues and will have exciting ideas about Science teaching and the ways in which Biology can be further developed and encouraged across the whole school and within the GDST. The successful candidate will help develop engaging schemes of work, support the programme of trips and visits, assist with university preparation, including for medicine-related courses, and be committed to supporting the vibrant extracurricular life of the school.
For any questions about the role, please see the application instructions for contact information.
Who we are
The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the UK’s leading group of 23 independent girls’ schools and two academies across England and Wales. We educate around 19,000 students and employ 4,000 staff, all united for a shared purpose: to help girls learn without limits, so they can go on to lead lives without limits and make the world a better place for us all.
The organisation’s values serve as guiding principles:
- We put girls first
- We think and act fearlessly
- We embrace a forward-thinking mindset that shapes the educational offer for girls
- We are a family of schools
- We provide careers that are fulfilling and purposeful for our staff
As recognised global leaders in girls’ education, we combine 153 years of expertise and experience with a progressive and pace-setting vision for the future. We are dedicated to giving our students the tools to thrive, offering them access to innovative educational practices, excellent facilities, and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued.
Why join us
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
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
There are many other good reasons to work with us. Each of our schools and our Trust Office has its own sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. Most importantly, no matter what your role, you’ll be playing a major part in the highly regarded education we give our girls.
Our commitment
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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.