Head of Mathematics
Thorpe House School
Buckinghamshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 4 November 2016
Job overview
Due to the retirement of our current Head of Mathematics, Thorpe House is looking for a dynamic, full-time member of staff to lead this high-performing subject area. The successful candidate will have a proven track record at GCSE and a passion for delivering engaging, boy-centred learning.
A willingness to become involved with all aspects of the school’s life is essential, as is a desire to explore innovative ways of getting the very best from boys.
Applications to the Headmaster will only be accepted in the form of a completed application form.
Candidate packs are available from Mrs Tyler, the Headmaster’s P.A.
Tel: 01753 882 474 Fax: 01753 889 755
e-mail: office@thorpehouse.co.uk
Thorpe House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All interviewed candidates for the post will be subject to the relevant checks.
Closing Date: Friday 4th November 2016.
Interviews will take place the week beginning Monday 14th November 2016.
Thorpe House School
Oval Way, Gerrards Cross
Buckinghamshire, SL9 8QA
Headmaster: T.R.W.J. Ayres, BA (Hons), P.G.C.E
(IAPS, Independent Day School for Boys 3 –16)
About Thorpe House School
Thorpe House School is an all-through independent school in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, teaching boys aged 4-16. The Lower School (up to Year 5) operates on its own site and the Middle School (Years 6 to 8) and the Upper School (Years 9 to 11) are based on the main site. The school has excellent facilities including a seven-acre games field, covered swimming pool and a new multi-purpose hall offering additional classroom space and increased indoor sporting opportunities.
Headmaster
Jake Burnett
Vision
Our educational approach encourages boys to achieve to the best of their potential, but also be responsible members of their local and global community. We provide a warm, vibrant and nurturing environment with small classes, excellent pastoral care and welcoming staff who work in partnership with parents. Kindness, compassion, respect, politeness and resilience are traditional values that we expect the boys to adhere to and our school motto highlights the importance of hard work and tenacity.
ISI report
“Pupils’ personal development is excellent, in accordance with the aims of the school, and is supported by high levels of care and strong welfare procedures. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other’s differences and collaborate very well when working together. Older pupils develop supportive relationships with younger pupils. Staff provide excellent support and guidance and pupils say that they are very happy in school and value the help and support they receive. Pupils’ keen interest in being responsible citizens is evident in their strong charitable giving.”
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