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Jill Thorpe

Deputy Head

Department: Biology
Job title: Deputy Head
Date 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 everyone has for Biology and teaching, the conversations are amazing.

Q. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
A. Anything outdoors from dog walking and sailing to being part of the Search and Rescue team.

Q. If you could choose any other career, what would it be?
A. Training search and detection dogs.

Q. If you could give one bit of advice to your younger self what would it be?
A. Enjoy the moment.

Q. What would be the title of your autobiography?
A. Just because...

About Royal Grammar School Guildford

 

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. 

Social groups flourish and are a great opportunity to get to know colleagues in a more informal setting.

Our staff body is diverse and however you choose to involve yourself in school life, you will find yourself among like-minded people.

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