Job Ref No. ECC0-35 Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Main professional scale/Upper pay scale
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 15/05/2026 4pm Date of Interviews: On a rolling basis  

Job Description

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A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at St Mary's Independent School for an enthusiastic, passionate 11+ Tutor to join the Lower School. St Mary's is a happy, high achieving independent day school for girls aged 4-16 years with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4 years, a member of the Girls' Schools Association, Independent Association of Preparatory Schools and the Independent Schools Association.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated tutor with expertise in 11+ preparation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners and support their academic growth and foster confidence through tailored tutoring sessions. The ideal candidate will bring a vibrant energy to their teaching.

St Mary's is proud of its excellent customer service and expects all staff to maintain its high standards as well as participating in the life of the School.

Please see the candidate information pack for more information on the job role and person specification.

Benefits of working for St Mary's are:

  • Pleasant working grounds
  • Free parking on site
  • Friendly team
  • Staff discount for School fees (subject to qualifying criteria)
  • Enhanced employee assistance programme (including 24/7 hotline, counselling, and coaching)
  • Bike2Work Scheme


For more information about the role, please email careers@stmaryscolchester.org.uk

St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening.

To apply, please go to our applicant tracking system, MyNewTerm:https://mynewterm.com/jobs/115394/EDV-2026-SMSG-91841

Information about the School

St Mary's School is a happy, high achieving independent day school for girls aged 4-16 years with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4 years. We are a member of the Girls’ Schools Association, Independent Association of Preparatory Schools and the Independent Schools Association.

At St Mary’s, we believe that girls are remarkable and have different educational needs. With us, girls will be inspired, build resilience, advance academically, learn what interests her and grow. We understand that the girls’ wellbeing matters and is critical to achieving. Girls at St Mary’s are not only self-confident and capable, but also kind and considerate.

Parents want the world for their daughters – and so do we. When she leaves us, she’ll be empowered to rise to the challenges and the opportunities the world presents.

We have a low staff turnover at St Mary’s, but occasionally we are in the position to invite suitably qualified individuals to join our friendly, close-knit team.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Mrs Molly Terry
247 London Road, Colchester
Essex, CO3 8LT
Telephone: 01206 211 242
Email: hr@stmaryscolchester.org.uk

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