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Vacancies
Please see current vacancies at the foot of this page
We are an Ofsted Outstanding School (September 2022) and always keen to hear from outstanding teaching professionals even if we are not currently advertising for a teacher in your specialist area.
We offer great facilities, a caring and welcoming school community where both students and staff can #BeMore; and an effective career development programme. So why not get in touch today by sending us an email to recruitment@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk introducing yourself and briefly outlining your skills and experience.
You might like to see what it is like to work here at JHGS before submitting an application; please view the following video for a taste of working at John Hampden.
For a general insight into school life, take a look at our "Day in the Life" video here.
We welcome speculative applications and enquiries from people who are interested in working at John Hampden Grammar School. Please email your enquiries to recruitment@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk
Our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants is available to read here.
Are you looking to train to teach?
JHGS is proud to be in partnership with the Astra School Centred Initial Teacher Training provider (SCITT), an innovative, Ofsted Outstanding and non-profit organisation which provides outstanding training opportunities for new entrants into the teaching profession.The Astra SCITT is part of the Astra Teaching School Hub, accredited by the DfE as one of only 87 Hubs in the country to offer the 'golden thread' of training and support for teachers at all stages of their career. Click here for more information.
The National Mathematics & Physics (NMAP) SCITT is England’s only school centred provider of subject specific teacher training in Mathematics and Physics with an enhanced focus on subject knowledge and pedagogy. The NMAP SCITT Programme was developed and is delivered by expert practicing teachers in collaboration with the subject associations. The SCITT’s most recent Ofsted inspection highlights how well we know our trainees as individuals and support them; Ofsted also commented about our well-structured, cohesive and ambitious curriculum. Please click here for more information.
To view current vacancies please see below:
Application forms
Staff application forms for download:
| Form | Format | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form JHGS Support Staff | Word | Here |
| Application Form JHGS Support Staff | Here | |
| Application Form JHGS Teaching Staff | Word | Here |
| Application Form JHGS Teaching Staff | Here |
Support Staff Vacancies
Please see below:
Design & Technology Technician (Gap Year)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful department at John Hampden Grammar School. You will provide technical support to both teaching staff and students through the preparation of tools, equipment and materials for lessons. Training will be provided when you start in September.
Ideally you will have completed A level Design Technology so you are familiar with DT workshops, but this isn’t essential. You may have developed the skills to work across a variety of disciplines e.g. woodwork, metal, food, ICT, CAD/CAM and Food Tech and have some knowledge of health and safety practices, though we will provide relevant training for the right candidate. More importantly, you will be a real team player with the ability to be flexible to department requests for support, and be highly organised with the ability to prioritise your work in this busy role.
Contract: One Year Fixed Term Contract from September 2025 to July 2026
Hours: 37 hours - 8.30am – 4.30pm on Monday to Thursday, and 8.30am - 4pm on Friday. 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 INSET days).
Salary: £23,996 to £24,950 FTE (actual salary pro rata salary £20,350 to £21,159 per annum)
If you feel you have the skills and commitment to support us in getting the best from our students, then we would love to hear from you. Interested candidates can find out more about the role here.
How to apply: Please return your completed JHGS application and any supporting documents for the attention of Miss T Hartley, Headteacher, recruitment@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk
Closing Date: 9 am, Friday 20 June 2025
Interview Date: As soon as is mutually convenient
Start Date: September 2025
Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date. The school reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time, so early application is advised.
Science Technician (Gap Year)
We are recruiting a Gap Year Science Technician to support our thriving Science Department. The Technician will co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in the practical needs of the curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and technical staff outside the department.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic department in a successful oversubscribed selective school for boys. You will need to have an A level in one or more science subjects.
Contract: One Year Fixed Term Contract from September 2025 to July 2026
Hours: 37 hours - 8.30am – 4.30pm on Monday to Thursday, and 8.30am - 4pm on Friday. 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 INSET days).
Salary: £23,996 to £24,950 FTE (actual salary pro rata salary £20,350 to £21,159 per annum)
If you feel you have the skills and commitment to support us in getting the best from our students, then we would love to hear from you. Interested candidates can find out more about the role here.
How to apply: Please return your completed JHGS application and any supporting documents for the attention of Miss T Hartley, Headteacher, recruitment@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk
Closing Date: 9 am, Friday 20 June 2025
Interview Date: As soon as is mutually convenient
Start Date: September 2025
Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date. The school reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time, so early application is advised.
Art Technician
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Art Technician to join the creative and thriving John Hampden Art Department. Our aim is to provide our students with a high-quality and diverse curriculum in order to foster a lifelong love of art. The Art Technician plays an important role in assisting the technical work of the department through supporting students and teaching staff.
We offer great facilities and equipment, a caring and welcoming school community and a supportive team. If you feel you have the skills and commitment to support us in getting the best from our students, then we would love to hear from you.
Hours: 20 hours per week - 9.00am – 1.00pm, 5 days per week, term time only plus staff INSET days (39 weeks per year). We may be able to offer some flexibility with days/hours. Please state your preferred working pattern on your application form.
Salary: Bucks Pay Range 3, currently £28,129 to £30,174 FTE (actual salary for 20 hours per week, 39 weeks p.a. is in the range £12,895 to £13,832)
Contract: Permanent
More information about the role is available in the candidate pack which can be found here
How to apply:
Please return your completed JHGS application and any supporting documents for the attention of Miss T Hartley, Headteacher, recruitment@jhgs.bucks.sch.uk
Closing Date: 9am 30th June 2025
Interviews: To be advised
Start Date: 1st September 2025
The school reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time, so early application is advised.