Head of English
King Edward's Witley
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive, accommodation may also be available.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September, or as soon as possible thereafter
- Apply by:
- 2 April 2018
Job overview
Head of English, Surrey
Required for September 2018, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Full-time, permanent.
Salary: Competitive, accommodation may also be available.
We seek a Head of English with exceptional subject knowledge, a genuine engagement with English Literature and a commitment to enriching student learning and literacy.
The successful candidate will lead six creative and committed staff delivering classes with enthusiasm and flair in IGCSE English Language & Literature, English A Level and IB Diploma English Language & Literature Higher and Standard Level. They should also have a genuine interest and commitment to contributing fully to the life of a busy boarding school
King Edward's School is a co-educational boarding and day school for some 420 pupils, around 62% of whom are full boarders. The main entry points are at 11+, 13+ and Sixth Form. We are a HMC school, rated EXCELLENT in all areas by ISI and have a unique heritage and place among British co-educational independent schools
To apply, please complete the Application Form or for further details, visit our website www.kesw.org or contact the HR Department on HR@KESW.ORG or telephone 01428 686358.
Applications are welcomed immediately.
Closing date: No later than midday on Tuesday 3rd April.
King Edward’s School Witley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an Enhanced disclosure through the DBS. Applicants from underrepresented groups are particularly welcome.
About King Edward's Witley
King Edward's Witley is a co-educational boarding and day school for some 470 pupils, around 30% of whom are full or weekly boarders. It caters for boys and girls, with main entry points at 11+, 13+ and Sixth Form. Around 31% of students are from abroad, from around 40 different countries. There is a Sixth Form of 98, most of who go on to universities, including Oxford and Camb. At the same time the curriculum is deliberately broad and suitable for pupils of differing abilities. The School has become known for its innovative approach and offers both the International Baccalaureate and A-levels in the Sixth Form.
Further details of the School are to be found in the Independent Schools’ Year Book, or on our website www.kesw.org.
The Area: King Edward’s Witley occupies 100 woodland acres on the edge of Witley, a village on the borders of Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire. It is about twelve miles from Guildford and four miles from Godalming. Witley station is on the Portsmouth to Waterloo railway line and the journey from London takes just under an hour by train. The School is 45 minutes by taxi from both Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The area is a noted beauty spot and the School is surrounded by woodland, heathland and commons. Local amenities include the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford and the School is within close proximity of London and the south coast. There are good shopping facilities in Haslemere, Godalming and Guildford.
Child Protection: King Edward’s Witley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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