Desire Webster
Teacher of MathematicsDepartment: MathematicsJob title: Teacher of MathematicsDate joined the RGS: September 2017
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. You are treated professionally and the boys are a pleasure to teach. An excellent environment to grow as a teacher.
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. All the support I get both professionally and as a person.
Q. Which s...
Andy Gyford
Teacher of MathematicsDepartment: MathsJob title: Teacher of MathematicsDate joined the RGS: 2015
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. The students! They are largely very keen and able at Maths and they keep you on your toes.
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. Everyone is very supportive.
Q. Which staff social groups are you involved in?
A. I've run staff dance an...
RGS Prep - register your interest
Thank you for your interest in a career at RGS Prep; register your interest now to ensure you hear about future teaching and support staff opportunities as they arise.
We are always very happy to hear from both aspiring and experienced Teachers who are interested in joining the staff body at RGS Prep as well as Teaching Assistants and Support Staff.
Your career at the RGS begins with a warm welcome and c...
Working at RGS - Register your interest
Thank you for your interest in a career at RGS Guildford; register your interest now to ensure you hear about future teaching and support staff opportunities as they arise.
We are always very happy to hear from aspiring and experienced Teachers who are interested in joining the staff body at Royal Grammar School, Guildford.
You will have a passion for your chosen subject and a desire to share this w...
Teacher of Electric Guitar
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational music teacher specialising in Electric and Bass Guitar. This opportunity is offered on a self-employed basis and is currently a temporary position, until December 2025 as a minimum, with the possibility that this could become long term.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding musician with the ability to teach and inspire young musicians at every stage of their musical dev...
Ian Wilkes
Head of First FormDepartment: PE and Lower School Pastoral TeamJob title: Head of First FormDate joined the RGS: 1998
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
The boys and staff.
Q. What do you love about your department?
Their kindness, positivity and inspirational teaching and coaching.
Q. Which staff social groups are you involved in?
Staff footie, theatre group, Ski trip and out...
Matthew Baggs
Head of Lower School, Head of PSHME and Teacher of PEDepartment: Physical EducationJob title: Head of Lower School, Head of PSHME and Teacher of PEDate joined the RGS: September 2022 (Having previously worked here between 2010 and 2016)
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. The enthusiastic, positive pupils who have a real desire to learn.
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. The b...
The RGS Prep and Senior Schools are situated in the heart of the historic town of Guildford, a flourishing and vibrant place to live and work.
Our strong staff community is the result of many factors.
Teaching and support staff collaborate professionally to ensure a first class education and excellent pastoral care.
Individual contribution is celebrated through the sharing of new ideas and best practice as well as personal and departmental achievements.
Liz McEwan
Teacher of EnglishDepartment: EnglishJob title: Teacher of EnglishDate joined the RGS: 2018
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. The way that it makes you feel welcome straight away, nothing is too much trouble and everyone is ready with a friendly word or a helping hand.
Q. Which staff social groups are you involved in?
A. I run staff shooting with a colleague which takes place on Wednesday ...
The RGS Prep and Senior Schools are situated in the heart of the historic town of Guildford, a flourishing and vibrant place to live and work.
Our strong staff community is the result of many factors.
Teaching and support staff collaborate professionally to ensure a first class education and excellent pastoral care.
Individual contribution is celebrated through the sharing of new ideas and best practice as well as personal and departmental achievements.
Emma Cuthbertson
Teacher of BiologyDepartment: BiologyJob title: Teacher of BiologyDate joined the RGS: 2011
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. The motivation of the students
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. The sense of community, everyone is very supportive of each other
Q. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
A. Travelling
Q. What is your motto in life?...
Amy Battersby
Teacher of BiologyDepartment: BiologyJob title: Teacher of BiologyDate joined the RGS: September 2022
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?A. Lessons are so much fun, as the boys ask questions and are always keen to get involved.
Q. What do you love about your department?A. Everyone is really friendly and always willing to help.
Q. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
A. Garden...
Jill Thorpe
Deputy HeadDepartment: BiologyJob title: Deputy HeadDate joined the RGS: September 2016
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. Working in a school where you are given professional freedom, trust and the resources to do your job. The staff team is so supportive and friendly, it is a really enjoyable working atmosphere.
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. The passion and enthusiasm eve...
Alexander Hadley
Teacher of MathematicsDepartment: MathematicsJob title: Teacher of MathematicsDate joined the RGS? 2016
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. Teaching gifted and well-mannered students
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. The positive atmosphere, the fact that everybody is always willing to help each other, the huge amount of experience and mathematical expertise, the drive to e...
Jan Newman
Head of KeyboardDepartment: MusicJob title: Head of KeyboardDate joined the RGS: September 2008
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. I have a lot of autonomy and work with very talented, serious boys who achieve way above what might, at first sight, be their potential.
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. Great colleagues, full of humour and a passion for our subject.
Q. Wh...
Sports Assistant (FTC)
If you are a confident communicator, have a good understanding of rugby, hockey and cricket and have a proactive approach in life, we want to hear from you.
RGS Guildford is recruiting a Sports Assistant on a six month contract from January 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain some valuable experience working in a successful Sports department with access to some impressive facilities.
...School Secretary (temporary)
Do you have previous experience working in a busy school office?Are you highly organised and calm under pressure?Are you someone who is friendly, approachable and works well in a small team?
We are looking for a School Secretary and Clubs Coordinator on a temporary basis to join the busy front office at RGS Prep. This is a full time position working 08:00 to 16:30.
Please note:<...
Teaching at RGS Prep - Register your interest
Thank you for your interest in a career at RGS Prep; register your interest now to ensure you hear about future teaching and support staff opportunities as they arise.
We are always very happy to hear from both aspiring and experienced Teachers who are interested in joining the staff body at RGS Prep as well as Teaching Assistants and Support Staff.
Your career at the RGS begins with a warm w...
Fearghal Evans
Teacher of History, Deputy HousemasterDepartment: HistoryJob title: Teacher of History, Deputy HousemasterDate joined the RGS: 2021
Q. What's the best thing about working at the RGS?
A. The common room is incredibly supportive. Also the location on Guildford High Street can't be beaten!
Q. What do you love about your department?
A. The collaborative nature - everyone is willing to share resources and the ...
Teaching at RGS Senior - Register your interest
Thank you for your interest in a career at RGS Guildford; register your interest now to ensure you hear about future teaching and support staff opportunities as they arise.
We are always very happy to hear from aspiring and experienced Teachers who are interested in joining the staff body at Royal Grammar School, Guildford.
You will have a passion for your chosen subject and a desire to shar...