School Vacancies

Joining our incredible team means you will be working with girls and colleagues who are confident, aspirational, passionate and supportive.

Why join Norwich High School for Girls?

We are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a community where every individual is valued, respected and included and new additions are welcomed warmly.

As part of the GDST, staff benefit from our long history of excellence and innovation in girls’ education, with opportunities to share ideas and best practice with colleagues across the network. 

Your employee benefits include competitive salaries and pay progression, a generous pension scheme, training grants for qualifications and a discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools. You will gain access to an extensive training and professional development programme complimenting school-based INSET, and funding grants for individual courses of study. Based at our green and spacious 14 acre site close to Norwich city centre, you will also benefit from delicious free lunches and staff activities including yoga, swimming and use of our fitness suite.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply. 

If you are looking for school jobs in Norwich and are interested in working with us, we would love to hear from you. When applying for jobs at our Norwich School, we value applications of all backgrounds and characteristics. If you have any questions about any of our vacancies, please contact recruitment@nor.gdst.net or call 01603 453 265.

“There is an amazing community feel here – amongst staff and with the students too. I have never worked in a school with this supportive, friendly and proactive atmosphere before.”

Norwich High staff member

Current vacancies

Director of Drama

Required from: January 2025
Contract type: Full time

Norwich High School for Girls wishes to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and inspiring graduate to lead its thriving Drama department. The successful candidate should be passionate, inspirational and have the initiative and drive to develop the high profile that the department already enjoys in school. Drama and music are integral to the life of Norwich High School and there are a huge range of productions throughout the year that cross both.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Interview date: Friday 4th October 2024

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Product Design Teacher

Required from: January 2025
Contract type: Part time

The ideal candidate will be an inspiring and innovative Product Design teacher who is passionate about delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences in Product Design (Resistant Materials) across the Senior School. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and enthusiasm to the classroom, ensuring that students are engaged and motivated to achieve their best.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th September 2024 (noon)
Interview date: Thursday 10th October 2024

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Teacher of Physical Education (Maternity Cover)

Required from: November 2024
Contract type: Full time, Maternity Cover

An enthusiastic, inspiring and well qualified teacher of Physical Education is required for up to one year from November 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and inspiring teacher to join our experienced and dynamic department. The successful candidate will possess excellent subject knowledge and be able to contribute to teaching and activities across the Prep and Senior Schools. The ability to coach and lead teams in hockey, netball and cricket, as well as to support the wider work of the department to encourage both participation and the pursuit of sporting excellence for the girls, is an essential requirement. A strong commitment to co-curricular activities is vital.

Closing date for applications: Friday 20th September 2024 (noon)
Interview date: TBC

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Why work for a GDST school?

GDST schools are beacons of excellence.

You will become part of a family of like-minded individuals with a shared passion to help every girl learn without limits. We will provide you with a wealth of opportunities and career development programmes. We want you to be as happy as our girls.

Why work in Norwich?

Located in the East of England, Norwich is one of the best British cities in which to start something new, grow something great, and find the work-life balance you crave. Find out more about how to WiN every day on the Work in Norwich website here including a case study from our Art and Textiles Technician Sally Nencini.

“As a member of staff of Norwich High I feel valued which in turn allows me to be in a prime position to add value in what I give back.”

Norwich High Prep School staff member