Head of Classics/ Teacher of Latin (Maternity Cover)
Abberley Hall
Worcestershire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- For January 2022
- Apply by:
- 20 October 2021
Job overview
Abberley Hall is a long-established and thriving country prep school offering an outstanding, broad education to boys and girls from the age of two to thirteen. We enjoy an inspiring rural setting with extensive grounds and beautiful buildings of special historic importance. We welcome full, weekly and part-time boarders as well as day children who are able to benefit from flexible wrap-around care in the mornings and evenings. Lessons take place during the week with Saturday mornings devoted to our new Enrichment programme. Fixtures take place on Saturday afternoons.
The successful applicant will be a strong and experienced Latin and Classics teacher who is able to lead the teaching of the subject and, ultimately, to ensure exam success in Year 8. A willingness and ability to contribute throughout the school to the extra-curricular programme is an essential requirement. The ability to teach Greek would be advantageous.
Accommodation may be available for the right candidate.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants may contact the Headmaster, Jonnie Besley, to discuss the post if they wish. Mr Besley can be contacted by email: jonnie.besley@abberleyhall.co.uk or by calling the Office Manager/PA to the Headmaster, Mrs Fiona Cook on 01299 896275.
Applications, consisting of a completed application form including a supporting statement should be sent via email to human.resources@abberleyhall.co.uk or by post to the Headmaster c/o Human Resources, Malvern College, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3DF.
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources team either via email human.resources@abberleyhall.co.uk or by phone 01684 581647.
Applications must be submitted by no later than noon on Wednesday 20 October 2021. Abberley Hall reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner therefore early applications are encouraged.
Abberley Hall School exists to provide a quality all round education for pupils aged 2 ½ – 13 and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and an Enhanced DBS check. We will seek references on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview.
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About Abberley Hall
Abberley Hall is a coeducational school for children aged between two and 13 in the Worcestershire countryside. Children attend the pre-preparatory school and nursery up to the age of 7, before joining the boarding and day preparatory school from the age of eight. The grounds extend across 90 acres, parts of which are used as an Outdoor Learning area and for playing sport or participating in after-school activities. Around 300 pupils are taught at the school, spending a significant amount of time outdoors. Lessons in French, drama, science and PE lessons are provided from an early age.
Headteacher
Jonnie Besley
Values and Vision
The school values small classes and high-quality teaching, with committed pastoral care. It believes this approach helps make sure the teachers understand the children as individuals. Abberley Hall tries to make learning an exciting experience, striving for innovation while maintaining a strong academic ethos and offering support to any pupils in need of it. A strong culture of performance and participation is encouraged from the outset of a child’s time at Abberley Hall. All pupils get regular opportunities to play sport and music, take part in theatrical performances and speak publically.
ISI report
"Caring and supportive staff have created a welcoming environment where children can achieve well in line with the school's values and ethos, and develop their skills appropriately. The well-resourced outdoor play areas, including the Nursery garden, enable the younger children in the Nursery to engage in imaginative role play and adventurous physical activities. All children respond well to the staff's expectations of them and, as a result, they are enthusiastic and motivated learners."
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