Head of English

Permanent

Full time

Required for September 2019 / January 2020

We would like to appoint a scholarly, well-qualified and outstanding English teacher to lead this exceptionally successful department of ten teachers. The position represents an excellent opportunity to work with our extremely ambitious, highly academic students with an independent and scholarly approach to literary study. 

The English Department is one of the school’s flagship departments, playing a key role in the cultural and intellectual profile of the school. With outstanding academic results and a burgeoning enrichment and co-curricular provision which includes creative writing, literary salon, guest speakers and a successful university extension programme.  The department takes full advantage of our proximity with regular trips to London theatre and literary events.  

This post would suit either an ambitious subject teacher aspiring to academic management or an experienced Head of Department who wishes to enhance their career.

St Albans High School for Girls is a highly academic independent day school set in the heart of St Albans, with very good transport links to central and outer London.  We offer professional development opportunities both personal and for subject area growth.  

Details of the role and application process are available on the school’s website https://www.stahs.org.uk/working-with-us/  

The High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Closing date for applications is midday Tuesday 7th May 2019

Interviews to be held on Tuesday 14th May 2019

Registered Charity No: 311065