Head of German (Maternity Cover)
Wakefield Girls' High School
Wakefield
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + a Management & Responsibility Allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- November 2018
- Apply by:
- 7 June 2018
Job overview
Head of German (Temporary Maternity Cover)
Required from November 2018, a well-qualified, experienced and enthusiastic teacher to lead the German department and to inspire our students to be adventurous in spirit, embracing all that is unique about the many cultures that make up our world.
The ideal candidate will be able to teach German up to A level, as well as demonstrate excellent leadership skills. The ability to teach a second language would also be advantageous.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to work with talented pupils and dedicated staff. Our Modern Foreign Languages Faculty enjoys outstanding examination results, specialist resources and a number of fieldtrips and educational visits.
The position is full time and temporary to cover maternity leave until July 2019, in the first instance. Salary is MPS/UPS + a Management & Responsibility Allowance. The Teachers’ Pension Scheme is also applicable.
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
Further details and an application form can be obtained from our website or the Head, Wakefield Girls’ High School, Wentworth Street, Wakefield WF1 2QS. Tel: 01924 231609. Email: headpa@wghsss.org.uk Applications by CV will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications: 4.00 pm Friday 8th June 2018.
About Wakefield Girls' High School
- Wakefield Girls' High School
- Wentworth Street, Wakefield
- West Yorkshire
- WF1 2QS
- United Kingdom
Wakefield Girls' High School, a selective independent school for girls aged 11-18, first opened its doors in 1878, at a time when the educational and social emancipation of women was accelerating. It occupies an extensive site in a conservation area near the centre of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The school became independent in 1982.
Wakefield Girls' High School forms part of the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation group of schools. Some teaching in Years 12 and 13 takes place jointly with Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, the boys' school in the foundation.
Headteacher
Ms Heidi-Jayne Boyes
Values and vision
Wakefield Girls' High School strives to create a stimulating and challenging environment and a culture of high expectation. It encourages both initiative and team commitment, develops self-esteem and confidence, and places equal value on the academic and pastoral care of girls. The school runs a peer-mentoring system with Samaritans training, offering support to younger girls in the school.
By instilling intellectual curiosity, aspiration and a love of learning, the school aims to enable each girl to achieve her full academic potential, breaking through the “glass ceiling” by being creative, brave, taking risks and rising to challenges. Participation and contribution are highly valued.
ISI report
“Pupils show maturity and sensitivity. They are supported by excellent pastoral care. They feel safe and well prepared for the next stage of their lives. Their behaviour is excellent. Older pupils offer support to younger pupils and all value the mentoring provided by members of the sixth form.”
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