Derby Grammar School
We are looking for talented professionals to join our teaching and support teams at Derby Grammar School.
Any open vacancies will be listed below. If you would like to make any enquiries, please get in touch via [email protected]
Permanent
Full time
Start: January 2025 or sooner
Suitable for ECTs: Yes
Derby Grammar School is looking to appoint a passionate Key stage 1 teacher. Starting in January 2025 or sooner you will join an excellent teaching team. Derby Grammar School is co-educational independent school that has provided excellent schooling to pupils from Derby and across the County. Our school setting dates back to the 18th century and is surrounded by extensive grounds.
Established in 1995, Derby Grammar School is a leading independent school for children aged between 4 and 18. Located in the Derbyshire suburbs of Littleover our secluded grounds provide the perfect setting for a first-class educational experience.
At Derby Grammar School we strive to ‘bring education to life’ and inspire a passion for learning that remains with our pupils throughout their lives. The enthusiasm of our teachers sparks excitement and interest for curious minds. We create an environment where our pupils’ strengths are sought out and celebrated. Our small size enables us to do this; we know and treat each child as an individual.
We are looking to appoint a Key Stage 1 teacher who will promote a love of learning and stimulate intellectual curiosity amongst pupils at Derby Grammar School through inspirational teaching and guidance, ensuring each pupil is supported to achieve his or her potential.
The main teaching role will be to be the class teacher for Year 1 and Year 2. The ability to offer co-curricular activities or Primary School subject leadership would be an advantage. A full Job description is available on request.
All staff at Derby Grammar School actively participate in and make a significant contribution to the wider school life throughout the year. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate; you will be joining a fantastic school that comprises of passionate staff and hardworking pupils. You will be welcomed by all and become part of our family feel school. Our team at Derby Grammar School also benefit from being part of the Inspired Learning Group of schools and Nurseries.
Benefits at Derby Grammar School include;
Interested individuals should apply at the earliest opportunity, applications should be submitted
directly to [email protected].
The closing date for applications is Monday 9 th September 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
Derby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Permanent
Part time: Tuesday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00
Term-time only
Start: September 2024
We are looking to appoint a Librarian with a passion for literature who will promote a culture of reading amongst pupils at Derby Grammar School, ensuring each pupil is supported to broaden his or her cultural capital and achieve academic excellence. Starting in September 2024 you will be based in our stunning, newly refurbished library.
Derby Grammar School is co-educational independent school that has provided excellent schooling to pupils from Derby and across the County. Our school setting dates back to the 18th century and is surrounded by extensive grounds.
Established in 1995, Derby Grammar School is a leading independent school for children aged between 4 and 18. Located in the Derbyshire suburbs of Littleover our secluded grounds provide the perfect setting for a first-class educational experience.
At Derby Grammar School we strive to ‘bring education to life’ and inspire a passion for learning that remains with our pupils throughout their lives. The enthusiasm of our teachers sparks excitement and interest for curious minds. We create an environment where our pupils’ strengths are sought out and celebrated. Our small size enables us to do this; we know and treat each child as an individual.
The main role will be to be based in the library, managing the physical space, supervising pupils, managing the library catalogue and Accelerated Reader programme, and supporting pupils and staff with library resources. The ability to offer co-curricular activities would be an advantage. A full Job description is available on request.
All staff at Derby Grammar School actively participate in and make a significant contribution to the
wider school life throughout the year. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate; you will
be joining a fantastic school that comprises of passionate staff and hardworking pupils. You will be
welcomed by all and become part of our family feel school. Our team at Derby Grammar School also benefit from being part of the Inspired Learning Group of schools and Nurseries.
Benefits at Derby Grammar School include:
Interested individuals should apply at the earliest opportunity, applications should be submitted
directly to [email protected].
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 6 August 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
Derby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Permanent Full time
Monday to Friday
Please apply by sending an application form - attached at bottom of the page
Derby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the Disclosure and Barring Service(“DBS”) filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants, including social media accounts, as part of their application.
Prior to employment commencing, successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers.
Successful applicants will also be required to produce evidence of qualifications, identity, and the right to work in the UK. Two references will be taken up, one of which will be with the most recent employer. They will also be required to complete our Health Questionnaire.
All those working at Derby Grammar School share in our responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children and young people in our care.
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