Job Description

Chesham Grammar School

Buckinghamshire
20,871 - 23,037 pro rata


Expiring soon

Salary:

Range 7, ISN 36-40 (FTE 40,835 - 45,072)

Job type:

Part Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

29 September 2025

Job overview

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POSITION: Development Director


PAY: Range 7, ISN 36-40 40,835 - 45,072 FTE / 20,871 - 23,037 pro rata


CONTRACT: Support Staff


HOURS: Part time - 3 days per week (22 hours per week) (39 weeks per year, term time, plus inset, plus one week) - days to be agreed on appointment


START DATE: January 2026

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for education. We are seeking a dynamic Development Director to lead and grow our development fund preferably with experience in education or the charity sector.





You will join a small team of experienced staff and work closely with the Headteacher.


Chesham Grammar School is an outstanding and popular co-educational grammar school with over 1300 students on roll (400 in the Sixth Form).





BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CHESHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL:


Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong. This applies to staff and students alike. Some of the benefits of working at CGS are:

A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing Minimum 14% PPA for all teachers (more for TLR holders) Engaging, highly motivated and able students High staff retention Staff social events London Fringe Allowance Access to the generous local government pension (LGPS) A comprehensive induction programme for new staff Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs Free on-site parking Cycle to work scheme Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)


APPLICATIONS Please complete an application form via the "my new term" portal available via the Chesham Grammar School website
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Monday 29 September 2025, midday


INTERVIEW DATE: w/c 6 October 2025

We reserve the right to interview and appoint on application. Early applications are encouraged to


avoid disappointment


Red Kite Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.


Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service


Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion


At Chesham Grammar School, our vision is for everyone to enjoy, achieve and belong. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is one way in which we seek to fulfill this for everyone in our diverse and vibrant school community

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About

Chesham Grammar School

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Chesham Grammar School

Whitehill, Chesham
Buckinghamshire
HP5 1BA
United Kingdom

+44 1494 782854

Chesham Grammar School is a successful and highly sought after co-educational grammar school with 1,272 students on roll (396 in the Sixth Form).


The School covers a site of about 20 acres, encompassing Chesham Leisure Centre, and is classed as 'within an area of outstanding natural beauty'. Chesham is in the Metropolitan Line and from there, or nearby Amersham, Central London is around 35 minutes away. It has an attractive High Street with a range of retail outlets.


Chesham Grammar School's reputation is based on the highest academic standards. Pupils thrive in the balanced co-educational atmosphere and are encouraged to accept responsibility as individuals. Our rich cultural life allows pupils to express and develop the flair that will distinguish them as adults. We were awarded Humanities College status in 2007.


We have a highly developed pastoral system that actively offers support from Year 7 all the way through to University entrance. On top of the school's academic focus, there is an awareness of the world outside. The pupils undertake many activities in the community and there are many opportunities for international involvement.


Ours is a school built upon friendship, mutual support and respect, with dedicated teachers who have a deep concern for the growth of each individual.


The school brochure will give you a more detailed view of life at Chesham Grammar School.

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