English Teacher with additional responsibility for the library

Come and join this thriving IAPS prep school (300 on roll) in Chiswick, West London 

Orchard House School is looking for an energetic and inspirational teacher to run and organise both the Upper and Lower school libraries and teach aspects of English across the school. This position would suit a well-qualified and/or experienced teacher who can work closely with the English department to develop further a passion for reading and literacy across the school.

The post is offered as a full-time position.

Salary will be based on qualifications, experience and the successful applicant's ability to contribute to the life of the School.

The school’s very recent inspection report (ISI, June 2015) awarded the highest grade of excellence in all respects and observed:

“Orchard House School is highly successful in meeting its aims. Pupils achieve exceptionally well throughout the school and make exceptional progress. They reach exceptional levels of attainment and their attitudes to learning are exemplary. Pupils enjoy an excellent curriculum which is interesting, exciting and stimulating.

For more information about Orchard House please visit www.orchardhs.org.uk.

Applicants should go to the House Schools website and download a job description, an application form and a set of pre-interview questions. The closing date for applications will be Monday 26th March but an early application may well be preferred. All the completed application paperwork should be emailed to jobs@orchardhs.org.uk. 

References will be essential. Orchard House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service.