Head of History and Politics
Immanuel College
Hertfordshire
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 10 May 2024
Job overview
The Role: We are seeking a dynamic individual with proven leadership skills to lead our History and Politics Department. The successful candidate will play a key role in curriculum development, staff management and fostering a positive learning environment within the department. To further support and underpin learning, all of our departments take responsibility for co-curricular clubs, activities and trips, which you will oversee. The postholder will have a deep understanding of both subjects and be able to teach A levels.
The School: Immanuel College is entering a new, exciting era of educational and physical development, which will build on our Jewish modern orthodox, co-educational, independent roots. You will join a school characterised by high academic standards, outstanding pastoral care, and a renowned programme of Jewish study. We enjoy an environment of happy, fulfilled young people who are fully engaged in the life of this friendly school, are aspirational and are committed to their studies and their community. We are looking for colleagues who are eager to contribute to their futures and build a bright beacon of Jewish life and learning.
Staff Benefits: Immanuel College is a vibrant, professional, and caring place to work, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. We are deeply committed to the emotional and professional well-being of all our staff and believe that happy, well-cared for staff make the best team. We pride ourselves on providing an environment where staff have the freedom to learn and grow. We provide access a generous pension scheme, a supportive CPD system, membership of a healthcare provider, provision of a Windows Surface laptop during tenure at the School, free lunches, family-friendly policies, free on-site parking, and a range of well-being initiatives
How to Apply: Please visit our website www.immanuelcollege.co.uk to apply. An Application Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and the names and contact details of two referees should be sent to Dr Millan Sachania, Head Master, at jobs@immanuelcollege.co.uk
Closing Date: 10am, Friday 10 May 2024.
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 20 May 2024. We retain the rights to interview strong candidates prior to the closing date.
Further Information: For further enquiries relating to the role, please contact Mr Dan Endlar, Second Master, at dendlar@immanuelcollege.co.uk
Please note that the school is closed from Monday 22 April 2024 to Tuesday 30 April 2024 inclusive and we are unable to respond to any queries during this time.
Immanuel College is a thriving and independent successful HMC co-educational Jewish day school for children aged 4 to 18. We welcome, on an equal basis, all applications regardless of faith.
The 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 employees and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social-media accounts, as part of their application.
The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are outlined in the job description.
Head Master: Dr Millan Sachania, MA Cantab, MPhil, PhD, FRSA.
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About Immanuel College
Immanuel College is an all-through, independent, mainstream school for students aged four to 18, located in Bushey, Hertfordshire. On the roll are 362 boys and 325 girls. This Jewish school was established in 1990 by the late Chief Rabbi Lord Immanuel Jokobovits.
The school is split into three sections: a preparatory school, for children aged four to 11; the senior section, for pupils aged 11 to 16; and a sixth form, for students aged 16 to 18.
Head
Head: Dr Millan Sachania, MA Cantab, MPhil, PhD, FRSA.
Values and vision
When Lord Jokobovits created the school, his aim was to give children the best chance in life, offering them the best form of education in both Jewish and secular studies. He wanted students to be part of society by following the values of their faith.
Immanuel College values modesty and respect, believing that every child is equal within the school. It follows the Torah, aiming to develop children who “act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with HaShem”. Teachers emphasise self-confidence, self-esteem and celebrate each individual pupil.
ISI report
“The curriculum is documented, supported by appropriate plans and schemes of work for the pupils and covers the required breadth of material. The teaching enables pupils to make good progress, encompasses effective behaviour management and is supported by suitable sources. A suitable framework for the assessment of pupil performance is in place. Principles and values are actively promoted which facilitate the personal development of pupils as responsible, tolerant, law-abiding citizens."
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