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Head of Years 5 & 6

Head of Years 5 & 6

Notre Dame School

Surrey

  • Expired
Salary:
Teacher Scale plus 1.5 responsibility point
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2019
Apply by:
25 March 2019

Job overview

The School   

Set in 26 acres of beautiful parkland in Cobham, Notre Dame School nestles in a picturesque 18th century mansion beside the River Mole. Notre Dame is a Catholic School and is a Foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady with an ethos shaped by the life and work of St Jeanne de Lestonnac.  Despite the tranquil setting Notre Dame School is a hive of activity, with over 600 children and teachers working hard in the important business of education. The school has an enviable reputation for the highest academic standards and a progressive, holistic, academic education that is underpinned by over 400 years of international educational tradition in 30 countries. Established in England in 1937, the school has always had the philosophy that the greatest success comes from knowing how to learn and how to ask the right questions; training pupils to take an active role in reaching and exceeding early expectations. From the vibrant Nursery to the exciting Sixth Form, tomorrow's professionals acquire the skills, knowledge and qualifications that give them the best possible start in life.


The Prep School


The Prep School, including ND Nursery, is situated in an idyllic location close to the main school.

Notre Dame’s Prep is a stimulating environment in which to work with an enthusiastic, cheerful and committed staff. Our aim is to offer our children a rich and diverse range of experiences; to help them find areas where they can excel or simply have fun; to encourage their natural curiosity; to make sure they enjoy their school life. The children benefit from being taught by enthusiastic, specialist teachers, but a strong pastoral structure, with the class teacher at the centre, ensures that their emotional wellbeing is cared for too. We look forward to receiving applications from similarly dedicated teachers who enjoy working with bright, well-motivated children.

The Prep School benefits from the School’s Chapel, Music School, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, indoor Swimming Pool, Theatre, All Weather Sports Pitches and a Medical Centre. In addition to classrooms and facilities there are also an abundance of outdoor space, a treehouse and Forest School sites.



The Role

  • Teach a class of Year 5 or 6 pupils, delivering high quality teaching and learning to all pupils
  • Provide professional leadership, direction and management for Years 5 and 6 to secure high quality teaching and standards of learning for all pupils 
  • Working with the Assistant Head Academic and Pastoral Director to manage the achievement, progress and pastoral provision of pupils in Years 5 and 6 
  • Track and monitor the academic achievement of pupils across Years 5 and 6 to ensure that successes are recognised and any under-achievement quickly addressed


Knowledge/Skills/Ability


  • Qualified Teacher Status
  • Proven outstanding classroom practitioner
  • Significant, recent and relevant evidence of continued and progressive professional development
  • Teaching experience in KS2
  • Evidence of outstanding teaching/classroom practice and its impact on pupil progress 
  • Strategies for improving the quality of teaching and learning and accelerating pupil progress  
  • Strategies for school improvement and raising standards of achievement in school   
  • A creative teacher who motivates and inspires children to do their very best
  • Highly organised with excellent time-management skills
  • Ability to effectively manage pupil discipline and be committed to a high level of pastoral care   


Closing Date: 9 am 25th March 2019

Interviews: 28th and 29th March 2019

Start date: September 2019


Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by senior members of the School and take a tour of the school.


The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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About Notre Dame School

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+44 1932 869990

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Notre Dame is an independent Catholic School and is a Foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady with an ethos shaped by the life and work of St Jeanne de Lestonnac. Our Students, aged from 2 to 18, are at the centre of everything we do. We have truly committed and dedicated staff, who will encourage each child to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.

Set in 26 acres of beautiful parkland in Cobham, Notre Dame School is set in a picturesque 18th century mansion beside the River Mole. Despite the tranquil setting, Notre Dame School is a hive of activity, with over 600 children and teachers working hard in the important business of education. The school has an enviable reputation for the highest academic standards and a progressive, holistic, academic education that is underpinned by over 400 years of international educational tradition in 30 countries. Established in England in 1937, the school has always had the philosophy that the greatest success comes from knowing how to learn and how to ask the right questions; training pupils to take an active role in reaching and exceeding early expectations. From the vibrant Nursery to the exciting Sixth Form, tomorrow's professionals acquire the skills, knowledge and qualifications that give them the best possible start in life.

The school is filled with a strong sense of purpose, offering a wide-ranging and active education with facilities encompassing new science laboratories, music and drama studios, sports fields, indoor swimming pool, all weather floodlit sports pitches, sports hall, dedicated Sixth Form Centre, a forest school for the youngest pupils, and a fully equipped, West End quality theatre seating over 350.

What we offer:

* The School has high expectations of its staff, and therefore looks to reward them with a competitive salary scale and beneficial conditions of service

* There is an extensive induction programme for all new colleagues and ongoing professional development is encouraged

* Staff development programme

* Staff Wellbeing Program - wellbeing afternoon

* Financial contribution to eye tests and glasses for eligible staff

* Discount for Teachers Reward Card

* Employee Assistance Program - counselling, financial assistance etc.

* Childcare vouchers

* Staff discount on fees

* Free lunch during term time

* Free coffee/tea during term time

* Free use of the school's leisure and sporting facilities, including heated indoor pool

* Commute by school coaches during term time

* Free parking

* School nurse during term time

Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Applications closed