Head of English
Sherborne Prep
Sherborne, Dorset
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Ideally January 2018
- Apply by:
- 17 November 2017
Job overview
HEAD OF ENGLISH
A flourishing independent prep school are recruiting a Head of English for January 2018, although a later start is possible for the right candidate. This is a full time and permanent position. A broad and engaging curriculum combined with an outstanding range of extra-curricular opportunities mean that children are encouraged to be creative, curious and discover their talents and develop the skills for success. The prep school is happy and vibrant, where fortunate pupils are supported by enthusiastic and dedicated teachers and role models. The school’s most recent ISI inspection was graded excellent in all areas. The school are searching for an engaging Head of English teacher who is an outstanding classroom practitioner, has a passion for English, and the talent to lead and further develop a successful department. Knowledge of the Common Entrance syllabus would be highly desirable. Experience of teaching English at KS2 and KS3 is a must and experience of teaching other subjects would also be desirable. The successful candidate will be a team player, have excellent organisational skills, be a committed teacher and want to be fully involved in what is a busy school community.
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About Sherborne Prep
- Sherborne Prep
- Acreman Street, Sherborne
- Dorset
- DT9 3NY
- United Kingdom
Sherborne Prep is a leading co-educational independent day and boarding school for children aged 3 to 13, with boarding available from ages 7 to 13. Located just a five-minute walk from the vibrant town of Sherborne, the school is set within 12 acres of beautiful grounds and benefits from excellent transport links, including a direct train to London Waterloo and access to several nearby airports.
The school offers a broad and stimulating curriculum supported by specialist teaching in areas such as sport, music, and languages.
Led by Head Mrs Annie Gent since January 2023, the school upholds its Dragon Values—perseverance, honesty, kindness, generosity, awareness, and independence—which are woven into both academic and pastoral life. Most pupils join in the early years or Year 3, though places are available across all year groups.
Sherborne Schools Group Recruitment and Selection Policy Statement
Sherborne Schools Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, criminal record check and social media checks. All positions within the Schools are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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