Head of English

When Alpha Preparatory School opened its doors in 1895, the world was a very different place. We have often spoken to the children attending Alpha to place themselves in the mind-set of a young Victorian child, to consider just how different life in 2023 actually is. Yes, we still teach the fundamentals of the three ‘Rs’ of reading, writing and arithmetic (without the Victorian abacuses of course) but we now have laptops, ipads, interactive whiteboards, electricity throughout and heating without open fires! No, we do not have birch wood canes or chalk boards and easels or slate on which the children would write. What has carried on consistently, however, since the school was founded 129 years ago is that we still hold our school rule, which is to ‘Be kind!’ close to all that we do at Alpha.

Pupils at Alpha are well-above national average, understand their own strengths, and display confidence in themselves and pride in their accomplishments. ISI Report

Pupils are highly articulate and have strong communication skills. They develop high levels of knowledge, skills and understanding across all of their key areas of learning. ISI Report

Alpha Preparatory School is seeking a motivated, inspirational and engaging Head of English to join this happy, enthusiastic and friendly community.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and organised individual to teach happy children who are extremely keen to learn. The successful candidate will also be expected to be involved in the wider life of the school.

A Year 6 pupil has said that, “Innovative ideas are created by the staff and our curriculum ignites a hunger for learning, and the potential to achieve. Kindness pervades the school, giving the pupils both the reason and power to show compassion.”

A competitive salary will be offered based on experience. Alpha is a member of the Teachers' Pension Scheme. The successful candidate will start in September 2024 or January 2025.

Closing Date: 9.00am on Wednesday 17th April 2024

For further details about the school go to Alpha Preparatory School’s website: www.alpha.harrow.sch.uk

Please note the school is now closed for the Easter break.

To apply for this position, please complete the school’s application form, along with an accompanying letter of application and send your completed documents to recruitment@alpha.harrow.sch.uk. Alternatively, you may post your application to the school address, marked 'Confidential' and for the attention of The Headmaster, Mr P Fahy.

Alpha Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and Young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment and Work in accordance with our child protection policies and procedures. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.