Head of English
Norwich School
Norfolk
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 22 February 2019
Job overview
Head of English
Norwich School is looking for a suitably qualified, dynamic and inspiring individual to lead our English department. Able to teach at all levels in the Senior School and with oversight of provision in the Lower School, the successful candidate will join a thriving department and be an enthusiastic contributor to the wider life of Norwich School.
We are located in Cathedral Close at the heart of this culturally vibrant city, the UK’s first UNESCO City of Literature; we are 5 minutes from the National Centre of Writing and 15 minutes from the University of East Anglia with its renowned creative writing courses.
The position is a full-time, permanent role and offers a highly competitive salary structure. For more information about Norwich School and a full job description please visit www.norwich-school.org.uk.
Completed application form, covering letter of application and full CV should be sent by email to Liz Meyer, Recruitment & HR Officer at recruitment@norwich-school.org.uk by midday on 22nd February 2019.
Norwich School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; all roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and registration with the DBS Update service.
Registered Charity No 311280
Attached documents
About Norwich School
Norwich School is a co-educational, independent day school for pupils aged seven to eighteen. Set in the Cathedral Close, Norwich School is a traditional, yet lively place where boys and girls enjoy a rounded and stimulating education. The school is characterised by strong, warm relationships and a profound appreciation of scholarship.
Norwich School is divided into a Lower School (Reception - Year 6) and a Senior School (Years 7-13).
Norwich School achieves exceptional results but we believe that an education for life is about more than statistics. Here we enjoy local character, beautiful surroundings and a remarkable history. Staff and pupils together create a supportive atmosphere and boys and girls benefit from specialised facilities and a broad curriculum.
Headmaster
SDA Griffiths
Ethos and Aims
Ethos
Learning and scholarship are at the heart of the broad education that Norwich School provides. Christian values – notably love and compassion for one another – underpin our activities and relationships.
Aims
Norwich School is committed to:
- producing scholarly, reflective young people who are capable of handling difficult concepts and expressing profound thought;
- providing a rich, varied and broad education that develops the diverse talents of the boys and girls;
- equipping pupils for leadership and service.
ISI report
“The quality of the pupils’ achievement throughout the school is outstanding. They are eager learners, with a keen interest in study and a clear desire to succeed. They enjoy their lessons, develop skills quickly and they make good progress.”
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