Teacher of Mathematics
Thorpe House School
Buckinghamshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
Job overview
Part Time Teacher of Mathematics (3 days)
We are looking for a part-time member of staff to teach Maths to our senior boys in Years 7 to 11 to cover maternity leave for up to one academic year.
Thorpe House prides itself on empowering each pupil to achieve his potential and candidates should therefore demonstrate a commitment to high standards, a desire to deliver engaging, boy-centred learning and an enthusiasm to match subject knowledge in Mathematics. Experience of teaching at GCSE level would be advantageous.
In return we can offer the opportunity to join a successful department with small classes of motivated boys who enjoy learning, together with a competitive salary and a generous non-contact time allowance.
Applications to the Headmaster will only be accepted in the form of a completed application form.
Please email Mrs Nikki Davidson, HR Officer, at ndavidson@thorpehouse.co.uk for a candidate pack. Applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to make an appointment at any stage.
Tel: 01753 882 474 Fax: 01753 889 755
Website: www.thorpehouse.co.uk
Closing Date: Midnight on Thursday, 21st March
Interviews will take place on Wednesday, 27th and Thursday, 28th March
Thorpe House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Attached documents
About Thorpe House School
Thorpe House School is an all-through independent school in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, teaching boys aged 4-16. The Lower School (up to Year 5) operates on its own site and the Middle School (Years 6 to 8) and the Upper School (Years 9 to 11) are based on the main site. The school has excellent facilities including a seven-acre games field, covered swimming pool and a new multi-purpose hall offering additional classroom space and increased indoor sporting opportunities.
Headmaster
Jake Burnett
Vision
Our educational approach encourages boys to achieve to the best of their potential, but also be responsible members of their local and global community. We provide a warm, vibrant and nurturing environment with small classes, excellent pastoral care and welcoming staff who work in partnership with parents. Kindness, compassion, respect, politeness and resilience are traditional values that we expect the boys to adhere to and our school motto highlights the importance of hard work and tenacity.
ISI report
“Pupils’ personal development is excellent, in accordance with the aims of the school, and is supported by high levels of care and strong welfare procedures. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other’s differences and collaborate very well when working together. Older pupils develop supportive relationships with younger pupils. Staff provide excellent support and guidance and pupils say that they are very happy in school and value the help and support they receive. Pupils’ keen interest in being responsible citizens is evident in their strong charitable giving.”
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