Head of Department: English
The Sele School
Hertfordshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS plus fringe + TLR 1B £9,478
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2023
- Apply by:
- 17 February 2023
Job overview
Do you believe school’s play a critical role in their community? Do you believe the role of a teacher can change the life outcome of a child? Do you believe our profession can shape our society for better? If you have answered yes to all three questions, there is a wonderful opportunity to work at The Sele School to deliver real change and raise aspirations within our community. We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual who wants to join and lead a high achieving, successful and forward-looking English department. The school achieved 81% grade 4+ or higher and 56% achieving grade 5+ or higher in English in the summer exams of 2022.
The successful candidate will be keen to work alongside a team determined to create an excellent learning experience for all of our students. As a Head of English, you would inspire and motivate young people to understand the diverse representation of themes and writers in the literary canon, expose our students to a broad range of texts from abroad, celebrate the wonderful narratives that emerge from LGBTQ+, women’s writing and stories from abroad. You will help students to appreciate the heritage and culture of the United Kingdom, the wider world and develop their skills in literary criticism and theory.
We are keen that students have an opportunity to extend their interest and enthusiasm for English by taking part in a range of extracurricular activities such as clubs, school trips and competitions. We would welcome any contribution you could make to these activities at The Sele School.
The Head of English position would suit a more experienced teacher wishing to develop their leadership and curriculum management skills. The ability to support the school curriculum further within the drama department would be an additional asset.
The successful candidate will:
- have excellent subject knowledge
- be inspiring, dynamic and passionate about teaching and learning
- promote The Sele School’s ethos and values
What can we offer you?
- The opportunity to work with excellent students whose behaviour is exemplary
- The chance to work in a positive, welcoming and forward-thinking community where evidence-based methods are seamlessly integrated into teaching and learning
- A dedicated staff who are enthusiastic and who want the best for our students
- Coaching provision for all those new to the school within a comprehensive and fully developed induction programme
- Mentoring provision for all those new to middle or senior leadership
- A CPD package which is tailored to suit your stage of career development
- Cycle to work scheme which is part of the school’s sustainability strategy
Our ethos Non Ducor Duco: I am not led, I lead - is a lived experience in our community. We view education as a transformative process and if you feel you have the discipline and work ethic to teach at the highest level then The Sele School is the place for you.
The learning climate is impeccable and the culture of driving up standards is upheld by all who attend The Sele School. We offer our staff a comprehensive CPD programme with opportunities to visit our partner schools. If you wish to learn more about the school, please feel free to view the videos on our school website which can be found on the “About Us – School Vision and Ethos” and “English Curriculum” page.
If you wish to see the school in action, please contact the Head’s PA, Diane Callus-Scott, to arrange a visit to the school, at: hr@sele.herts.sch.uk .
Applications must be made using the TES application form (CVs, or applications made using any other format, will not be accepted) to be considered for interview. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor applications from overseas applicants.
The Sele School community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers are expected to demonstrate this commitment in all aspects of their work. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection training. A full enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references will be sought prior to appointment start date.
Attached documents
About The Sele School
THE SELE SCHOOL – NON DUCOR DUCO - I am not led; I lead.
The vision for The Sele School is to develop responsible young people of whom all can be proud, who have achieved more than they ever believed possible and who make a positive contribution to their local, national and global communities.
Our approach is underpinned by a belief that learning transforms lives, that everyone can achieve through commitment, dedication and relentless pursuit towards excellence.
Our Values
Information and Knowledge
“The intellectual, the moral, the religious seem to me all naturally bound up and interlinked together in one great and harmonious whole” - Ada Lovelace Why do we value Information and Knowledge? So that we can apply the information and knowledge to help us make the right decision and/or arrive at the right conclusion.
Scholarship
“A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.” - Nelson Mandela Why do we value Scholarship? So that we can be curious; ask searching questions; debate rationally; develop deep thinking and independence skills and ultimately become a hard-working member of the wider community.
Challenge
“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” - Robert F. Kennedy Why do we value Challenge? So that we can respond to failure as a part of the learning process. Challenge teaches us to be resilient, confident, and motivated; we relish challenge and difficulty as it forces us to think, work harder and be better than we are today.
Ambition
"The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them” - Michelle Obama Why do we value Ambition? So that we can make our dreams our reality. We want more because we have worked hard enough to earn more. We are not just part of the local community; we are part of the global community.
Leadership
“It is the obligation of the ruler to continually renew himself in order to renew the people by his example” - Confucius Why do we value Leadership? So that we can be responsible for our actions; contribute positively to the community and the environment. We live up to our civic responsibility but most of all, we take charge of our life and bring about positive change to ourselves and the world around us.
Empathy
"Learning is a result of listening...and empathy grows as we learn" - Alice Miller Why do we value Empathy? So that we can challenge social injustice and participate fully in society. It is equally essential if we are to lead full and meaningful lives in both our personal and, later on, our professional lives.
Contribute to diversity and choice in educational provision in Hertford and Ware
- Develop interests, skills and qualities that will help young people make the transition from adolescence to adulthood
- To develop in each student an enjoyment of learning and a commitment to learning as a lifelong process.
- To offer high quality professional development for all staff to ensure the school’s continuous improvement and to extend personal and professional satisfaction.
A Caring Community
- To encourage students to recognise their responsibility for the environment and realise they are part of the local, national and global community.
- To encourage students to develop self-confidence, self-respect, self-discipline and individual judgement.
- To develop a caring community in which each student is recognised and valued as an individual in his or her own right, and to acknowledge the rights and responsibilities of individuals within the school community and form good personal relationships, sensitivity and tolerance.
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