Staff Vacancies
A list of current vacancies is listed below.
Teacher of Design & Technology
Full Time, Permanent
MPS1-UPS3
Required from September 2025
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 to appoint an outstanding, ambitious and inspirational teacher of DT and Engineering
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.
We are very proud that Townley Grammar our students go against many of the national trends in relation to females studying Design & Technology – at present we have over 140 students in both the current year 10 and 11 studying Design and Technology GCSE and the same again in Engineering GCSE along with 30 students at A Level. It is vibrant department which offers a wide range of opportunities for students including visits to Harry Potter and New York. The students are encouraged to participate in competitions. Through the introduction of new Key stage 4 curriculum there will also be the opportunity for students to select subjects the department also delivers such Food, AI and Robotics.
We are looking for a forward thinking, inspirational practitioner to work collaboratively with colleagues, deliver outstanding lessons and to support in the development of the curriculum, raising academic achievement and ensuring all students make outstanding progress.
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 for Applications: 12pm Friday 7th March 2025
Interviews week commencing Monday 10th March 2025 or upon receipt of application.
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.
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Peripatetic Piano 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 Piano 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 Piano 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 10th March 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews will take place following shortlisting process
For an application form please visit our website and click on vacancies
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.
