With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School, JAGS, provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusive recruitment and inclusion in the workplace.
Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:
To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
To champion social awareness and sustainability
To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student
To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders
To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals
Alex Hutchinson (Head):
“The energy, the vibrancy, the friendships, the support networks - They all combine to build something very special”
Working at JAGS is more than just about working.
JAGS is a vibrant and supportive community that offers a rewarding environment for professionals across teaching and support roles. Blending tradition with a forward-thinking ethos, staff work alongside motivated students and dedicated colleagues in an environment that values excellence, teamwork and innovation.
New staff are welcomed into our community and are valued and supported from day one. The school is committed to diversity and inclusion, creating a sense of belonging for all staff and students.
Whether you’re a teacher or part of the support staff, JAGS encourages continuous professional development. Staff benefit from excellent facilities and are encouraged to engage in the school’s vibrant co-curricular life.
We offer:
The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK
A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff
A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision
An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff
Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning
A diverse benefits package including:
Competitive salary
Choice of Teachers’ Pension Scheme or generous alternative defined contribution scheme
Support Staff Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
Free onsite parking
Free gym membership with discounted family rates
Employee Assistance Programme
Free lunches
Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
School fee discount
Cycle to work scheme
Interest-free computer loans
Interest-free transport season ticket loans
Working at JAGS is a great opportunity for anyone, whether a teacher, a gardener or an IT technician and we work with all our staff to offer development opportunities wherever possible.
If you are interested in working at JAGS but can't see any current suitable vacancies, please do get in touch and express your interest in working with us.
Prep After School Care Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
Prep After School Care Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for a After School Care Supervisor to join our Junior School.
Development and Alumnae Relations Officer
Development and Alumnae Relations Officer
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious fundraising and/or alumnae/alumni relations professional to join our newly created Development and Alumnae Relations (DAR) department.
IT Network Engineer
IT Network Engineer
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

JAGS has an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Network Engineer to join our IT department. They will be responsible for playing a crucial role in the development of the IT Systems and services...
Teacher of Psychology and Biology
Teacher of Psychology and Biology
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join the Psychology and Biology departments. Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young s...
AV Technician
AV Technician
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced AV Technician to join our IT Department. The successful applicant for this exciting role will be a skilled and proactive AV Technician and will be re...
Junior School Deputy Head (Academic)
Junior School Deputy Head (Academic)
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join our Junior School as Deputy Head (Academic). Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s yo...
Head of Mathematics
Head of Mathematics
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join as Head of the Mathematics department. Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young ma...
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Prep After School Care Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
Prep After School Care Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for a After School Care Supervisor to join our Junior School.
Development and Alumnae Relations Officer
Development and Alumnae Relations Officer
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious fundraising and/or alumnae/alumni relations professional to join our newly created Development and Alumnae Relations (DAR) department.
IT Network Engineer
IT Network Engineer
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

JAGS has an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Network Engineer to join our IT department. They will be responsible for playing a crucial role in the development of the IT Systems and services...
Teacher of Psychology and Biology
Teacher of Psychology and Biology
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join the Psychology and Biology departments. Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young s...
AV Technician
AV Technician
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced AV Technician to join our IT Department. The successful applicant for this exciting role will be a skilled and proactive AV Technician and will be re...
Junior School Deputy Head (Academic)
Junior School Deputy Head (Academic)
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join our Junior School as Deputy Head (Academic). Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s yo...
Head of Mathematics
Head of Mathematics
James Allen's Girls' School, London, Greater London

Our inspirational teaching team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join as Head of the Mathematics department. Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young ma...
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Are you looking for a different role at James Allen's Girls' School? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.