Head of Italian

Role Introduction

We are looking for a Head of Italian who is also able to teach French. The Head of Italian is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Italian course, teaching both language and culture. Our ideal candidate will also teach some French. Teachers in the department are encouraged to play to their strengths and choose their own approaches in presenting their cultural and linguistic expertise. Italian is taught as an ab initio language in the Sixth Form, with accelerated courses to both A-Level and IGCSE available. A good number of pupils have gone on to read Italian at university.

The successful candidate will join the staff as a teacher in the department with additional responsibilities as the Head of Italian. To confirm, whilst this is a permanent contract in the department, in line with other comparable roles at the College, the responsibility as Head of Italian will be tenable for an initial 5 years and renewable for a further 5 years by mutual agreement.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Main Duties

ACADEMIC

• teach across the age and ability range, accommodating the most able and those who find the subject challenging;
• ensure the best possible academic outcomes, by planning, preparing and delivering well-structured and creative lessons which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils;
• assess, mark, record and report on the development and progress of pupils in line with the school’s assessment and reporting processes;
• provide timely, detailed and supportive feedback to pupils;
• ensure your subject knowledge and skills as a teacher are up-to-date;
• teach non-examined curricular subjects, including SPHERE (the College's PSHE programme);
• seek to develop your own professional practice in conjunction with your Head of Department.
• contribute more widely to the department through, for example, enrichment activities, administering internal exams, interventions to support individuals or groups, partnership activities, covering lessons or other tasks related to the smooth running of the department.

CO-CURRICULAR

• contribute to the co-curricular life of the school as agreed with your Head of Department and Deputy Head (Co-Curricular).This is likely to equate to approximately 4 sessions of co-curricular duties per week;
• accompany students on visits away from the school as required;
• contribute to the staff duty rota, by for example, invigilating public exams and supervising meal times;
• contribute to the school's wider social programme, including workshops, seminars, competitions, trips, open days, and so on.

PASTORAL 

• be committed to the safeguarding of all young people;
• manage pupil behaviour to ensure a positive and safe learning environment;
• treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect and observing boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position;
• tutor up to twelve pupils (typically in groups of 6), overseeing their academic progress and taking an interest in their wellbeing;
• assist on a regular basis in a boarding house, supporting the House Master and getting to know the pupils.

Benefits

Our staff are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.

In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer an

excellent remuneration and benefits package which includes free accommodation, a generous Pension Scheme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, free eyecare vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities which are currently being extensively upgraded and discount at local retailers and businesses.

About the College

LIVING IN ETON

All members of our community are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the school and to enjoy the beautiful grounds and facilities. The school is part of the picturesque village of Eton with plenty of restaurants, pubs and coffee shops and is just over the bridge from the beautiful town of Windsor. Eton is a short walk from Windsor Riverside Station, with regular trains to Waterloo. Eton is only a short drive from Slough station with 17 minute train services to Paddington, along with the Elizabeth Line offering a direct line into central London. This makes it very commutable for those living in Eton. Proximity to Heathrow and the M4 and M25 mean that it is incredibly well connected and easy to get to.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College 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, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly.