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Thank you for your interest in working at Northwood College for Girls.
Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 880 girls aged 3-18. Located in North West London, most of our pupils come from professional or business backgrounds with a wide catchment area which encompasses parts of the North London, Buckinghamshire and Middlesex community.
The school is part of the Girls’ Day School Trust and offers:
- the opportunity to teach highly motivated, talented pupils
- an enhanced salary scale
- access to the GDST’s programme of professional development
- a pleasant and convenient location in North West London with excellent transport links
There is also the opportunity of reduced tuition fees at Northwood College for daughters of established staff (subject to the usual entry requirements).
All adults employed at the school are cleared for working with children and young people through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
To apply for teaching positions all applicants must complete an online application form via the link below. In addition applicants should provide :
- a full letter of application
- a detailed CV
- the name, email address and telephone number of two professional referees, one of whom should be the Head of their present or most recent school
Teachers are expected to have a suitable degree and teaching qualification, unless their experience and further training makes them qualified to teach a subject they did not initially study to degree level.
GDST is a phased withdrawal employer, which means that teaching staff are enrolled into our alternative to the Teachers Pension Scheme, the Flexible Pension Plan for Teachers (or ‘FPP(T)’ for short). This is a defined contributions pension scheme to which the GDST contributes 18% of your salary every month. The scheme provides you with a lot of choice and flexibility and comes with additional income protection and life assurance cover as standard. More information on the scheme is available here: https://workplace.aviva.co.uk/gdst/ and a booklet is available here: https://library.aviva.com/tridion/documents/view/gdst_flexible_pension_booklet_hyperlinked_aw.pdf
GDST Teacher Standards
TEACHING STAFF VACANCIES
BALLET TEACHER
Required from: January 2025
Contract term: Permanent
Hours: Part-time (0.275)
Salary: UQT/ECT/PL1/PL2 grade
The role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to teach 3-7 year olds (EYFS and KS1) ballet and dance. This is a part-time post for 2 half days per week term time only. The successful candidate will run their own classes. Pupils have a timetabled ballet lesson as part of their general school curriculum once a week. The classes include ballet, jazz/ modern, mime, improvisation and poetry so applicants should have a clear speaking voice, but the most important aspect will be having an ability to relate to and work with this age group. Currently pupils have exposure to the Cecchetti method and ISTD, but experience with RAD is also welcomed. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire a lifelong love of dance and movement in our younger pupils.
About the School:
Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 890 girls aged 3-18. We aim to empower each NWC girl with the knowledge, insight and motivation to enter adulthood as a conscientious, ambitious, confident and happy member of society; one who is equipped to turn challenge into opportunity, to embrace change and innovation, to maintain a lifelong love of learning and to succeed in a path that is most advantageous to her individual strengths and aspirations.
We believe, with a passion, that every day at NWC should be a fulfilling and enriching experience within a happy, vibrant and considerate community.
We are an inclusive school and actively welcome and encourage applications from all. The Junior School mantra is all are welcome here. Please click here to learn about our culture and approach in this area.
Northwood College for Girls and No Outsiders
Benefits:
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
- Generous pension scheme
- Free life assurance benefit
- Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
- 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
- Access to the school gym and swimming pool
- Free school lunches
- Retail and lifestyle discounts via Pluxee
- Financial guidance and support
For further details and to apply, please CLICK HERE
Applications must be received by 9am on Wednesday 2 October 2024
Interviews will take place on 10 October and 16 October.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening, including online searches will apply to this post.
Ballet Teacher Job Description
JUNIOR SCHOOL SUPPLY TEACHER
Required from: Immediate
Contract term: Supply
Hours: Zero Hours
Salary: Competitive
The role:
Northwood College is seeking a motivated, forward-thinking and dedicated teacher to inspire our pupils, and join our warm and energetic teaching team.
The successful candidate will be an inspiring and impactful teacher, passionate about girls’ education. They will embrace our unashamedly ambitious curriculum, with its emphasis on academic rigour, emotional literacy and thinking skills. Their teaching style will balance nurture and flair, and they will be keen to improve their knowledge and practice. They will be ready to play a valuable role in our vibrant school community through their excellent teaching and overall contribution to school life.
Please note that this is not a permanent contracted position within the school but we can maintain high standards across our school if we utilise cover staff who know our pupils and systems. It also supports us in our commitment to safeguarding of pupils to engage with those whom are known to our school. This is an opportunity to join our Bank of Supply teachers within the school.
The Department:
Set in a vibrant environment that simply buzzes with dynamic energy, excitement, curiosity and the sense of discovery, the Junior School constitutes an academically rigorous, inspirational and all-rounded education in itself, as well as providing the important bridge to our highly academic Senior School. In our recent ISI inspection it was noted that “Pupils are excellent communicators and very articulate. They develop a wide vocabulary from a young age, become accomplished readers, speak and write well and readily apply these skills to all other areas of their learning. They are adept in debate and discussion, expressing their opinions and reasoning clearly”.
About the School:
Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 840 girls aged 3-18. We aim to foster success, endeavour, creativity, a spirit of enquiry and strength of mind. Northwood College believes, with a passion, that every day at school should be a fulfilling and enriching experience within a happy, considerate community.
We are an inclusive school and actively welcome and encourage applications from all. The Junior School mantra is all are welcome here. Please click here to learn about our culture and approach in this area.
For further details and an application form please CLICK HERE
Applications must be received by 9am Wednesday 9 October 2024.
Early applications are encouraged and we may interview candidates prior to the deadline.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.
Junior School Class Teacher Job Description
SUPPORT STAFF VACANCIES
JUNIOR SCHOOL SUPPLY TEACHING ASSISTANT
Required from: Immediate
Contract term: Supply
Hours: Zero Hours
Salary: GDST Support Staff Pay Grade 3
The role:
Northwood College is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and committed, qualified Teaching Assistant to play a complementary and supporting role in encouraging pupils in our EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in their learning and the acquisition of skills. This provides a wonderful opportunity to join our outstanding and inclusive team (ISI Inspection 2021) at NWC.
Candidates need to hold NVQ Level 3 or NNEB qualifications or the equivalent. Commitment to the wider school life is expected. This is a zero-hours contract. The candidate would be called upon for planned TA cover across Junior school or for unplanned absences when they arise. We understand that the candidate may not be available on all occasions and the school is happy to work with the successful candidate’s availability.
Please note that this is not a permanent contracted position within the school but we can maintain high standards across our school if we utilise cover staff who know our pupils and systems. It also supports us in our commitment to the safeguarding of pupils to engage with those who are known to our school.
Department:
Set in a vibrant environment that simply buzzes with dynamic energy, excitement, curiosity and the sense of discovery, the Junior School constitutes an academically rigorous, inspirational and all-rounded education in itself, as well as providing the important bridge to our highly academic Senior School. In our last ISI inspection it was noted that “Pupils are excellent communicators and very articulate. They develop a wide vocabulary from a young age, become accomplished readers, speak and write well and readily apply these skills to all other areas of their learning. They are adept in debate and discussion, expressing their opinions and reasoning clearly”.
About the School:
Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 840 girls aged 3-18. We aim to foster success, endeavour, creativity, a spirit of enquiry and strength of mind. Northwood College believes, with a passion, that every day at school should be a fulfilling and enriching experience within a happy, considerate community.
We are an inclusive school and actively welcome and encourage applications from all. The Junior School mantra is all are welcome here. Please click here to learn about our culture and approach in this area.
For further details and an application form please CLICK HERE
Applications must be received by 9am Wednesday 9 October 2024.
Early applications are encouraged and we may interview candidates prior to the deadline.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.
Junior School Teaching Assistant Job Description
EXAMINATIONS INVIGILATOR
Required from: As soon as possible
Contract: Zero hours
Salary: £16.97 per hour
We are looking for experienced Examination Invigilators to supervise examination venues throughout the school. Invigilators are responsible for setting up the examination rooms, ensuring that they meet all necessary requirements and supervising all candidates within an examination room.
Examination Invigilators will work in accordance with all regulations, policies and procedures to maintain the integrity and security of the examination session as well as safeguarding the health, safety and welfare of pupils sitting examinations.
We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic person to join us and someone who is a dedicated team player with a ‘can do’ approach.
Candidates should have experience of invigilating work.
About the School:
Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 890 girls aged 3-18. We aim to empower each NWC girl with the knowledge, insight and motivation to enter adulthood as a conscientious, ambitious, confident and happy member of society; one who is equipped to turn challenge into opportunity, to embrace change and innovation, to maintain a lifelong love of learning and to succeed in a path that is most advantageous to her individual strengths and aspirations.
We believe, with a passion, that every day at NWC should be a fulfilling and enriching experience within a happy, vibrant and considerate community.
We are an inclusive school and actively welcome and encourage applications from all.
For further details and to apply, please CLICK HERE
Applications must be received by 9am on Friday 11 October 2024. Early applications are encouraged and we may interview candidates prior to the deadline.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening, including online searches will apply to this post.
NWC Exam Invigilator Job Description
Please convey the message to all your staff to continue with their hard work and promote the ethos and value of Northwood College for Girls. These beliefs and philosophies are the reasons why we wanted our daughter to continue her schooling here.
— Current Parent