Teacher of English / Head of Lower School English
Wisbech Grammar School
Wisbech PE13 1JX
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 31 January 2018
Job overview
Teacher of English / Head of Lower School English
September 2018
We require an outstanding, dynamic Teacher of English Language and Literature to work with pupils within KS2 to KS4, who has a proven ability to communicate their enthusiasm and passion for English, from September 2018.
You will be deeply committed to the success of every pupil and will have an excellent understanding of current educational thinking, demonstrating a proactive and innovative approach towards future developments in the subject.
The post represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or a well-qualified ambitious entrant into the profession, who can share their expertise and love of the subject, and teach lessons which inspire and enthuse our pupils. Equally important are personality, aptitude, and initiative, the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively at all levels.
This post may also provide, for the right candidate, the opportunity to become Head of Lower School English. This will suit someone aspiring to lead their own English department in the fullness of time.
Salary is according to Wisbech Grammar School’s own scale.
The post-holder must be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people.
All members of the teaching staff are expected to assume a pastoral role within the School and to contribute to the School’s extra-curricular and activities programmes which may include assisting in Sports or Duke of Edinburgh for example.
Your application should include our completed application form, equality form and a letter stating how you meet the job description addressed to Mr Chris Staley, Headmaster.
Please send postal applications for the attention of Mrs Sue Simmons, Human Resources Manager, Wisbech Grammar School, 47 North Brink, Wisbech, PE13 1JX or send by E-mail to SMSimmons@wisbechgrammar.com
Closing date: Applications must be received by 12 noon, Wednesday 31 January 2018.
Interviews will be held on 5 February 2018.
Wisbech Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical.
Attached documents
About Wisbech Grammar School
Wisbech Grammar School is a mixed, independent day school based in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, for pupils aged 4-18. It has 600 pupils and welcomes children from all religions and none, while upholding the Christian values it was built on. In the past 15 years, the school has undergone substantial development, with the most recent project being a new £2 million refectory in 2015.
Wisbech Grammar School was founded in 1379 by the Guild of the Holy Trinity, which makes it one of England’s oldest schools. In 1970, the girls’ and boys’ schools were combined to make it co-educational, with all pupils occupying the girls' school on the North Brink of the River Nene. In 1983, the school was granted independent status.
Headmaster
C N Staley
Values and vision
The school goes beyond academic excellence and looks to the arts, sports and extra-curricular activities to produce rounded individuals. It celebrates difference and diversity and is immensely proud of its history, while placing just as much importance on the future. Wisbech gains consistently good results and prides itself on being the best school in three counties.
ISI report
“The quality of pupils’ personal development is excellent at all stages of the school. They become self-confident and assured individuals, meeting the aims of the school. They are able to reflect, to acknowledge their responsibility to others and to discern right from wrong. Socially, the school is a harmonious community; older pupils relate very well to the younger children and interact sympathetically with them, through the many opportunities to take responsibility, including within the all-age house groups.”
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