Head of Classics

Tes are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Classics on a full-time permanent basis from September 2021.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading co-educational independent preparatory school set in 36 acres of beautiful grounds. They are a friendly, stable and caring community, proud of their academic achievements and dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each of their 500 pupils.

The school would like to appoint an outstanding, dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Classics Teacher, to join their exceptional school.  The successful candidate will have excellent teaching ability, be passionate about Classics, able to teach an additional subject and have the drive to create a positive learning environment for pupils. The successful candidate will also have strong leadership qualities and play an important part in the department’s commitment to academic excellence.

Some Key Responsibilities:

• To teach Classics and another subject;
• To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject/curriculum area;
• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement, ensuring an appropriately differentiated curriculum is delivered and monitored;
• To be accountable for monitoring and following up pupil progress and development within the subject area;
• To liaise with the SENCo supporting pupil progress;
• To develop and review syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, assessment and teaching and learning strategies in the department;
• To oversee day-to-day management and leadership of the department, promoting teamwork and to motivating staff.

The Successful Candidate:

• Graduate with an appropriate degree and Qualified Teacher Status;
• Ongoing professional development;
• KS2/3 level teaching experience;
• Ability to be a strong and supportive leader, and delegate appropriately;
• Ability to be an excellent classroom practitioner and good role model;
• Ability to think strategically and successfully implement agreed strategies;
• Ability to liaise and work with other heads of department to promote the education of all pupils;
• Ability to use data to promote learning and to set targets appropriate to pupils’ abilities and needs.

Benefits:

• An extremely committed, loyal and happy staff and highly motivated pupils;
• A beautiful working environment set in a 36 acre site in Harrow on the Hill;
• A highly competitive salary scale;
• A comprehensive CPD Programme;
• The opportunity to select and attend relevant training courses;
• On-site parking;
• Excellent transport links (we are in close proximity to both the Piccadilly and Metropolitan lines and very close to the A40);
• An outdoor swimming pool which staff are encouraged to use throughout the summer months.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and 'Quick Apply' below! For more information please contact katie.rossiter@tes.com REF KR 1418771

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