Staff Vacancies
A list of current vacancies is listed below.
Peripatetic Singing Teacher
Part-Time, Monday-Friday
Immediate Start
Townley Grammar School is an academically selective and socially responsible girls’ state grammar school with a coeducational Sixth Form. Located in the London Borough of Bexley, Townley was founded in 1937 and has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence, scholastic endeavor and lifelong learning. Townley encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence; our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes. The school has exceptional academic, co-curricular and enrichment facilities.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Peripatetic Singing Teacher to join our Music Department. The school offers a peripatetic service, providing one-to-one tuition in a variety of musical instruments, typically during school hours. The extra-curricular programme enriches students’ experiences beyond the standard curriculum, offering activities, choir, drama, dance, allowing them to build upon their classroom learning and showcase their talents.
As a Peripatetic Singing Teacher at Townley Grammar School, you will bring your passion for music and dedication to inspiring students, fostering their musical talents, and creating an engaging and challenging learning environment. Our ideal candidate would:
- Foster a love of learning, be adaptable and creative, able to engage students with innovative teaching methods.
- Be an outstanding and reflective classroom practitioner.
- Set high expectations and be a positive role model – consistently demonstrating the positive attitudes, values and behaviours which we expect of pupils.
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check with appropriate barred list checks, or the equivalent, and must be eligible to work in the UK. All staff are expected to be committed to the Equal Opportunities Policy.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.
It will be reviewed regularly and it may be subject to modification at any time after consultation with the post holder.
Closing date: Monday 25th November 2024 at 12 noon
Interviews will take place following shortlisting process
For an application form please and related documents use the links below:
We encourage applicants to apply early as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
Job Description
Applicant Information Pack
Application Form
School Prospectuses and Guides
Ofsted Inspection Report
Teacher of Classical Civilisation & Latin
(Part-Time, Fixed Term)
MPS1 - UPS3 (£32,407-£48,055)
Required from January 2025
Suitable for NQTs (ECTs)
Townley Grammar School is an academically selective and socially responsible girls’ state grammar school with a coeducational Sixth Form. Located in the London Borough of Bexley, Townley was founded in 1937 and has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence, scholastic endeavor and lifelong learning. Townley encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence; our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes. The school has exceptional academic, co-curricular and enrichment facilities.
Our staff expertise is integral to delivering a high-quality educational experience for our students. Education should inspire students to value learning for its own sake; Townley students learn in a stimulating environment where teachers understand how to challenge and where the range of cocurricular opportunities is vast and varied, Townley provides a purposeful work environment, and we seek to recruit and retain dynamic and inspirational staff that share in our vision and commitment.
All students are given a taste of Latin and the ancient world in Year 7 before they choose whether to continue studying the subject throughout Years 8-9. At GCSE, students can opt for Latin or Classical Civilisation. The latter has been especially popular at the school as students enjoy learning about Women in the Ancient World or War and Warfare, typically generating three Classical Civilisation GCSE sets. We believe in a holistic approach to the study of Classics so as well as mastering the language, learning about Roman life, beliefs and ideas is also a core part of Latin in KS3 and KS4. We are planning on offering Latin as an A Level option for the first time next year. Classical Civilisation remains a popular choice at A Level, covering topics such as the World of the Hero, Imperial Image and Love and Relationships in the Ancient World.
As well as developing good subject knowledge, we encourage students to make judgements based on a critical engagement with evidence of all kinds – from archaeological finds such as votive offerings and ruined buildings, to epic literature and artworks. We also encourage students to develop empathy skills, focusing a large amount of our time on the experiences of diverse audiences (both ancient and modern) and considering how their value systems might impact their understanding of a particular ancient source.
Our lessons are varied and engaging, incorporating discussion, roleplay, group presentations and a wide variety of uses of technology. We also offer trips to Bath and Oxford in the lower school and to Rome in 6th form to bring the subject to life.
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check with appropriate barred list checks, or the equivalent, and must be eligible to work in the UK. All staff are expected to be committed to the Equal Opportunities Policy.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.
It will be reviewed regularly and it may be subject to modification at any time after consultation with the post holder.
Closing date: Monday 25th November 2024 at 12 noon
Interviews will take place following shortlisting process
For an application form please and relevant documents, please use the links below
We encourage applicants to apply early as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
Applicant Information Pack
Application Form
School Prospectuses and Guides
Ofsted Inspection Report
Teacher of Mathematics
(Part-Time, Fixed Term)
MPS1 - UPS3 (£32,407-£48,055)
Required from January 2025
Suitablefor NQTs (ECTs)
Townley Grammar School is an academically selective and socially responsible girls’ state grammar school with a coeducational Sixth Form. Located in the London Borough of Bexley, Townley was founded in 1937 and has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence, scholastic endeavor and lifelong learning. Townley encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence; our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes. The school has exceptional academic, co-curricular and enrichment facilities.
Our staff expertise is integral to delivering a high-quality educational experience for our students. Education should inspire students to value learning for its own sake; Townley students learn in a stimulating environment where teachers understand how to challenge and where the range of cocurricular opportunities is vast and varied, Townley provides a purposeful work environment, and we seek to recruit and retain dynamic and inspirational staff that share in our vision and commitment.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, ambitious and inspirational teacher of Mathematics.
The successful candidate will have expert subject knowledge and must be able to teach all Key Stages, including GCSE and A Level. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual who is suitably motivated and ready to share their expertise and experience with our brilliant young people.
Professional Development
We provide a full and robust induction programme for all new members of staff, as part of the school’s Staff Development Programme, with further support for staff new to the teaching profession. Townley Grammar School is committed to the wellbeing and happiness of staff. We offer a bespoke and personalised range of pathway opportunities, including the NPQ qualifications and opportunities to study at post-graduate level. This position will provide a sound foundation for further promotion within the school dependent on the aspirations of the applicant.
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check with appropriate barred list checks, or the equivalent, and must be eligible to work in the UK. All staff are expected to be committed to the Equal Opportunities Policy.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.
It will be reviewed regularly and it may be subject to modification at any time after consultation with the post holder.
Closing date: Monday 25th November 2024 at 12 noon
Interviews will take place following shortlisting process
For an application form and related documents, please use the links below.
We encourage applicants to apply early as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
Applicant Information Pack
Application Form
School Prospectuses and Guides
Ofsted Inspection Report
