Head of Classics from September 2023

WETHERBY PREPARATORY SCHOOL

MARYLEBONE – W1

HEAD OF CLASSICS

(September 2023)

IAPS Boys’ School (390 boys, 7 – 13 years) Independent Preparatory School

We are looking for an exceptional subject specialist to lead our Classics department. The role is an excellent opportunity for a teacher seeking to develop their career or an experienced Head of Department looking for a fresh challenge.

Classics at Wetherby Prep is taught in its own classroom to all boys from Year 6. Candidates will be expected to have experience and/or knowledge of 13+ Common Entrance and scholarship This exciting development offers opportunities for vibrant teachers willing to develop the department and be involved in all aspects of school life. 

Remuneration: Alpha Plus Group Salary Scale

Please contact the school for an Application Pack or download the documents below. Wetherby Preparatory School, Bryanston Square, London W1H 2EA – 020 7535 3520

www.wetherbyprep.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 31 March 2023

Interviews during w/c: 17 April 2023

Early applicants might be interviewed before the deadline for applications.

Wetherby Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

HEAD OF CLASSICS from September 2023

Responsible to: Headmaster, Senior Management Team (SMT)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Introduction

The post holder will lead the be Classics Department at Wetherby Preparatory School. The successful candidate should be able to teach both Latin from Year 6 to Year 8

Main Responsibilities

1.    Teaching and Learning

• Promote the uptake of Classical subjects at all levels
• Maintain a good up-to-date knowledge of the Classics curriculum and assessment procedures.
• Use a range of technology and software, appropriate to the age and ability of the pupils concerned.
• Promote cross-curricular co-operation between Departments.
• Provide a stimulating learning environment through display, that is routinely maintained.
• Document planning for the short, medium and long term.
• Ensure appropriate textbooks and related equipment is ordered and maintained in conjunction with the SMT.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of work within the Department, including establishing standards, setting and marking study, recording information about individual pupils.
• Abide by the objectives and targets of the school, and follow the procedures and practices utilised in all aspects of the work, including computerised and manual systems and the maintenance of relevant records.
• Write reports on the boys in his/her care.
• Attend curriculum meetings with respect to all year groups’ curriculum.
• Fulfil personal requirements where appropriate with regard to school policies and procedures, particularly safeguarding, health and safety, equal opportunities, customer care and promotion of the school’s core values.
• Undertake a certain amount of administration and other tasks related to the post either at the direction of the SMT or by using his/her initiative.

2.    Pastoral

• Play a full part in the life of the School and to undertake pastoral/supervisory duties as required.
• Care about every pupil in the School, getting to know their personalities and taking responsibility for their welfare and social well-being.

3.    Values

• Ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest standard and to reflect that high standard in dress and general appearance.
• Exercise appropriate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality in the carrying out of all duties described above.

4.    Professional development

• Attend relevant CPD training each year.
• Take an active role in developing skills, behaviours and attributes which contribute to ongoing learning, as well as benefitting the children and the School.
• Contribute, as appropriate, to departmental policies, schemes of work, digital learning and other resources as well as development planning.

5.    General

• Attend INSET as deemed appropriate to the post by the SMT.
• Attend Staff Meetings, Parents’ Evenings and any other school functions as required by the SMT.
• Attend any courses deemed necessary by the SMT for the continuation and improvement of the School and its boys.
• To carry out any additional duties which may from time to time be required by the SMT.
• To organise and/or assist with any clubs, residential field trips and day visits to local sites of educational interest.

The salary for Head of Classics is set according to the Salary Scale of the Alpha Plus Group. The Alpha Plus Group provides its own private pension scheme for all staff.

(You) have responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of boys and young people for whom you are responsible, or with whom you come into contact in the school. It is your responsibility to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times. If at any time you identify any instance that a child or young person is at risk you must report your concerns immediately to the Designated Senior Person or the Headmaster.

Note: This job description is indicative of the duties and responsibilities of the post but does not form part of any contract of employment. All jobs within the school evolve over time and their features vary from year to year.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

• Good Honours degree and minimum of A Level or equivalent in Latin
• A recognised teaching qualification
• Well-developed ICT skills would be desirable.

Experience

• Several years’ teaching experience and a proven track record of excellent teaching ability and classroom management skills
• The ability to teach Latin up to Year 8 and scholarship, with experience up to GCSE desirable but not required

Skills

• Communication of concepts in Latin in an articulate, positive and sensitive way
• Ability to use range of teaching strategies to enthuse the full range of abilities
• Understand interests and concerns of children
• The ability to turn a vision into results
• The ability to inspire others through verbal or written media
• Good time management and organisation skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
• Emotional resilience in working with differing behaviours
• Positive attitude to use of authority and maintaining discipline
• Ability to manage others with empathy and care