Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Copthall School
Barnet
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPR & TLR1
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 26 March 2017
Job overview
Do you want to make an impact in a school that is moving forward with exciting times ahead? We wish to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and suitably qualified individual to lead our Modern Foreign Languages Department.
The successful candidate will:
- be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a team
- be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to enthuse students with a love of learning
- have a commitment to, and be passionate about, maintaining and developing high standards of achievement for learners of all abilities across all Key stages
- have the proven ability to think strategically and inspire and promote high expectations to raise standards
and in return we offer candidates:
- support, mentoring and professional learning appropriate to the post
- a forward looking, hardworking and enthusiastic team of staff with the desire and skills to improve outcomes
- the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the strategic development of the school
- Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged. Please get in touch if you would like to arrange this.
Copthall School is a culturally diverse and inclusive all girls Secondary School based in Mill Hill, Barnet. Our students’ enjoy a varied curriculum which embraces and supports different learning styles, abilities and talents. Our thriving sixth form offers both A Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications. Following the appointment of a new Headteacher in September 2016, Copthall is on a journey to renewed success with a clear vision for achieving and maintaining high standards
Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
Appointment is subject to a clear DBS check to an enhanced level. Application forms are available from the School website: http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/ or by phoning the school office on 020 8959 1937. Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School at the above address or via email to recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.
Closing date: Monday 27th March 2017 (12 noon)
Pursley Road, Mill Hill, London NW7 2EP, Tel: 020 8959 1937, Fax: 020 8959 8736, e-mail:
enquiries@copthall.barnet.sch.ukAbout Copthall School
Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries. We have approximately 1000 students on role, 120 of which are enrolled in our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results. We offer both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.
Situated in Mill Hill, Barnet we have fantastic outdoor space as well as access to sporting facilities at Stone X Stadium and Copthall Leisure Centre. Our indoor facilities are equally impressive with a specialist dance studio with sprung flooring, a Music technology suite and of course, well-equipped and spacious classrooms.
Headteacher
Maria Winters
Values and vision
Copthall prides itself on their Values of Respect, Equality for All, Support and Safety, Aspiration and Responsibility which have underpinned our rapidly improving school. Our Teaching and Learning vision has been instrumental in ensuring that all our students receive an excellent education which is enhanced by the wealth of extra-curricular opportunities available.
We have a unique partnership with Mill Hill Independent School which benefits staff and students at both schools through a range of CPD opportunities, sporting activities and occasions for a shared curricular.
Copthall retained its ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted in November 2023. Inspectors key findings were:
- Pupils are safe and well cared for
- The school community is harmonious, reflecting the learning experienced by all about equality and diversity
- The school has high expectations for pupils to achieve well
- The curriculum, including in the sixth form, is well planned and sequenced around important subject knowledge
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