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Head of Maths

Head of Maths

Westonbirt School

Gloucestershire

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2019
Apply by:
25 April 2019

Job overview

Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, Westonbirt School is housed in a magnificent building, formerly the home of the Holford family. It has extensive grounds, including a nine-hole golf course and is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, situated opposite the world famous Westonbirt Arboretum with whom we have a good relationship.

The Senior School is an independent boarding and day school for pupils aged 11-18. The School also benefits from sharing the grounds with Westonbirt Prep, a growing Prep School and Nursery. The School campus includes a Sports Centre and Swimming Pool and a 9-hole Golf Course.

The School consistently achieves excellent academic results and provides the pupils with a broad range of extra curricula activities to give depth to the learning. All pupils are inspired to achieve their very best potential and leave School with confidence and an ambition for lifelong learning.

For more information on Westonbirt School, please visit: www.westonbirt.org

We are looking for an inspiring, engaging and talented teacher who has the relevant skills to teach Maths and to be Head of Department for Maths. The successful candidate will be passionate about their subjects, dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences within the classroom, and keen to contribute to wider aspects of School life.

Candidates are sought who can demonstrate a track record of successful leadership and particular aptitude for:

 Communication and relationship-building;

 Planning, implementing and managing change; and

 Teamwork and attention to detail.

An attractive salary and benefits package will be provided.

APPLICATION PROCESS & IMPORTANT DATES

Applicants should complete the school’s application form and submit by email to Miss Michelle Andrews, HR Officer michelle.andrews@westonbirtschool.uk. The application form may be accompanied by a covering letter of no more than one page.

The closing date for applications is 11am on Thursday 25th April 2019.

Westonbirt Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, reference and medical checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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About Westonbirt School

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+44 1666 880333

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Founded in 1928, Westonbirt School is a secondary school with a sixth form for boys and girls between the ages of 11 and 18. There are currently around 500 pupils enrolled at the school. It is situated on 210 acres of land in Tetbury, Gloucestershire. The school has a thriving boarding community. Pupil numbers have grown rapidly since the transition to full co-education in September 2019. A whole site development masterplan is in place which has seen significant investment in new teaching spaces, boarding accommodation, sports facilities and infrastructure.

Headteacher

Natasha Dangerfield

Values and Vision

Westonbirt School aims to give every student an excellent education with high-quality teaching and a balanced curriculum. The school wants all pupils to have respect for themselves and be kind to others. The children are pushed to have personal development, as well as academic success. By working hard, they should achieve their goals. The pupils should develop into independent adults who want to be life-long learners.

ISI report - May 2019

“Throughout the school, pupils achieve highly across the wide range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities available to them...  ...Pupils are aided in their learning by excellent teaching... ...School leaders have contributed to the success of the pupils by creating an ethos which supports and encourages staff in the pursuit of excellence.”

View Westonbirt School’s latest ISI report

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