Head English

Head of English – L7 - 11  

We seek to appoint an inspirational English teacher and leader who can lead staff within the department to ensure that all students achieve outstanding outcomes in English.  This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play a key role in increasing the aspirations and success of our students, thereby contributing to the journey of Hampton High in becoming outstanding.  The right candidate will thrive on the challenge of working with our team of English teachers to ensure that teaching and learning is consistently good and outstanding; that the learning experience of the students is based on challenge and creative thinking, and that all students achieve highly and develop in confidence.  You will be committed to finding inclusive approaches to inspiring students and will be committed to improving the life-chances of all our students.  

Hampton High has much to offer: 

 • a rapidly improving school with excellent relationships between staff and students

 • working in a new multi-academy trust of local successful schools (Teddington School and Waldegrave School)

 • a commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders

 • brand new, state of the art buildings 

 • easy access to central London and close to the M3 / M25 

 For further details please contact Gigi Schirmer (PA to the Headteacher) on 020 8979 4754 or email gigi.schirmer@hamptonhigh.org.uk 

 Hampton High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS and other checks appropriate to the post.  Hampton High is an equal opportunities employer. 

Closing date: Friday, 5th May - midday 

Interviews: Week commencing 8th May