Head of Media
George Abbot School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + TLR
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Starting September 2017
- Apply by:
- 21 March 2017
Job overview
A well-qualified, motivated and expert Head of Media and Teacher of English is required for September 2017, for a permanent contract. We are looking for a teacher with some experience who is ready to take the step up to a management position within an English and Media department.
Our thriving English and Media Department is made up of 16 members of staff. We achieve consistently excellent results at GCSE, AS and A Level. The successful candidate will teach and lead delivery of Media in KS4 and KS5 and will teach English across all three key stages. We currently offer English Literature, English Language and Media Studies. Our Media department is a growing part of our curriculum; we have 2 groups per year at KS4 and 4 groups in total at KS5.
All applicants must have a track record of innovative English delivery and demonstrate a passion for English, Media and the ability to inspire a love of learning. Experience of teaching A level in Media is essential.
George Abbot School is a large 11-18, mixed comprehensive, situated in the pleasant Burpham area of Guildford, within easy reach of the town, the A3 and London Road railway station. It is a forward looking and dynamic school which has a reputation for excellence in every area. George Abbot became an Academy on 1 July 2011 and went on to be a founding member of the GEP multi academy trust. We also have Teaching School status.
To apply, please complete the attached application form and send to Georgina Newman: gmnewman@georgeabbot.surrey.sch.uk
We reserve the right to appoint ahead of the closing date for an exceptional candidate.
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday, 21st March 2017.
Interview date: Friday, 24th March 2017.
George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful applicant will be subjected to an enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About George Abbot School
George Abbot School is a forward thinking academy providing an inclusive education, for around 2,000 young people, aged 11-18. We are located in Burpham, Guildford with good transport links to the surrounding area.
We have a highly skilled and motivated staff team and, as a school, are constantly seeking to refine our teaching practice. This means that our students benefit from an exceptional learning experience. We are part of a network of successful schools and are able to provide Initial Teacher Training and deliver the Early Career Framework programme to early career teachers across Surrey. We prioritise the provision of highest quality continuing professional development for all teaching and support staff.
We are proud of our excellent resources and have great facilities for sport, visual and performing arts, ICT, as well as a range of well equipped science labs and general classrooms. We remain ambitious and continually seek ways to improve the school environment.
We are a member of the Learning Partners Academy Trust and work closely with a number of partner schools, not only within the trust but nationally.
Ofsted (December 2019) said: “Pupils happily attend George Abbot School. They respect their teachers and behave well in lessons. Pupils take their studying seriously and try to get the most out of their experiences at school. Teachers expect a lot from pupils.”
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