James Allen's Girls' School

Who we are

Our Vision

A passion for life and learning.

Our Mission

JAGS: A dynamic school community, nurturing self-assured and considerate individuals who thrive.

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 

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 
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
• 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 

We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements. 

The school operates its own generous and competitive pay scales and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and the nature of this role.