Support and incentives for teachers

Royal Greenwich gives teachers access to a number of support and incentives to work in the Royal Borough.

School Workforce Team

Teachers and the wider workforce in schools have access to support from the School Workforce Team. They are able to offer advice and support on:

• NQT induction
• housing
• childcare
• professional development.

Newly Qualified Teachers' induction programme

Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) will find Royal Greenwich a fantastic place to begin their career.

Royal Greenwich has developed an extensive centralised induction programme for primary and secondary NQTs, designed to complement the support provided in schools.

We work hard to ensure the statutory requirements are not only met but are exceeded, to provide a positive and rewarding experience for all involved.

Inner London pay scale

Teachers in Royal Greenwich schools are paid on the Inner London Pay Scale.  

Teaching salaries from September 2011

Scale	Salary
M1	£27,000
M2	£28,408
M3	£29,889
M4	£31,446
M5	£33,865
M6	£36,387

Professional development

The Greenwich Professional Development Centre (PDC) provides access to resources, training and information for all aspects of the curriculum and continuing professional development for all school staff.

Staff based at the PDC work with Children's Services to ensure the provision of training meets the demands and needs of schools. There is an additional training and support offer for behaviour, inclusion and attendance.

The PDC has recently been awarded the status of NVQ Centre, and currently delivers a qualification for learning mentors.

Housing

Staff at Royal Greenwich schools can find out more about the options available in the Royal Borough by visiting the Housing section of this website.

The First Steps website can be a useful resource for people looking to buy a home or rent in London at affordable rates.

Childcare

We have a number of Early Years Centres, before and after school play clubs and adventure play centres.

Teachers have priority at the private fee-paying nursery at Eltham Green School.

Sharing best practice, staff wellbeing and support

Royal Greenwich supports schools in achieving work-life balance for their staff in a number of ways.

An annual NQT conference in Royal Greenwich allows NQTs to network with colleagues, and other education professionals, as well as to participate in some reflective and innovative sessions.

Royal Greenwich is a member of the South London Collaborative for the Aspiring Leaders' Programme, subsidised by the National College, and we also offer other developmental opportunities for teachers looking to develop into leadership roles.

Many other opportunities for staff to participate in wider initiatives and training arise throughout the year.

Season ticket loans

Interest free season ticket loans for public transport are available. Schools have further details of how to apply.

GreenwichCard

Royal Borough of Greenwich employees and borough residents are entitled to apply for a GreenwichCard, which provides discounted services across Royal Greenwich.