English Teacher
Holme Grange School
Wokingham
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 15 May 2019
Job overview
Holme Grange is a successful, traditional Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, setting high standards for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of the School. We are at an exciting stage of our development, with our school having recently extended our excellent provision up to GCSE at Year 11. We are looking for someone to join us, who is willing to contribute and adapt to our changing and developing school.
We are seeking to employ a dynamic and enthusiastic English teacher who is willing to teach years 7 to 11. Our Ethos Work Hard – Play Fair is at the heart of The Holme Grange Way and pupils are constantly reminded.
If you are dedicated and energetic we offer a delightful working environment. Our fully resourced classrooms and extensive outdoor facilities support a varied and exciting curriculum. Professional development opportunities are available and encouraged.
A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential. Holme Grange has its own salary scale. The salary depends on age and experience.
Application
Holme Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Prohibition Check.
Full details and application form available at www.holmegrange.org or by telephoning 0118 978 1566. Submissions will only be accepted by completion of a Holme Grange application form which should be submitted with a hand written letter to the Headteacher – Mrs C Robinson.
Interviews
Candidates will be invited to attend an interview at the School and to meet the Headteacher and Head of Eaton Grange. Candidates will be asked to teach a lesson as part of the selection process.
The closing date for applications is 3rd June 2019.
Attached documents
About Holme Grange School
- Holme Grange School
- Heathlands Road, Wokingham
- Berkshire
- RG40 3AL
- United Kingdom
Holme Grange School is an independent school for girls and boys aged 3-16 years. Set in 21 acres of Wokingham countryside, we offer a unique educational journey in an idyllic setting; delivering a creative experience, sporting prowess and academic excellence.
Our pupils are prepared to succeed in an ever changing, competitive world. We offer challenge, we strive to inspire, develop confidence, provide opportunity and realise potential in every child. We are committed to providing the very best education. The ethos throughout the school is one of warmth and friendliness - questioning; divergent thinking and the freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, develop good work habits and gain a sense that learning can thrill and invigorate. Life in our school is a journey of exploration, and discovery. Academic standards are excellent. Physical health, emotional well-being, moral understanding and an appreciation of culture and the arts, science and the humanities all form part of the core curriculum. When a child leaves us, they will be well-prepared for the world – self-confident, sociable and articulate – with many special memories of their time here.
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