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Head of Modern Languages

Head of Modern Languages

Guildford High School

Surrey

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
29 November 2021

Job overview

Head of Modern Languages

Full time to start September 2022

As an enthusiastic, linguist graduate (1st/2:i), with superb subject knowledge you will provide vision and leadership for the faculty. You will have a warm and supportive teaching style as you stimulate and challenge our high achieving girls and nurture their interest in languages. 

You will be joining a successful team and be able to continue to improve upon the already outstanding teaching within the department. You will have confidence in developing new initiatives and ideas and will be able to harness the commitment and skills of your heads of department, teachers and language assistants in driving the faculty forward.

All girls have iPads, and the use of ICT is encouraged; you will have an interest in the use of technology in teaching to inspire and facilitate learning. As a team player you will make a wider contribution to Modern Languages, a faculty that regularly hosts of a variety of extra-curricular activities and trips.

We can offer you:  

  • a friendly and supportive staff team who work collaboratively, sharing resources and ideas
  • competitive salary, well above the national scale
  • excellent facilities
  • regular professional development and well-being opportunities throughout the year
  • your own iPad
  • membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • access to employee benefits and advice services.

For further information and to make an online application, please visit the school website: www.guildfordhigh.co.uk/vacancies 

The Human Resources department may be contacted via e-mail: Human.Resources@guildfordhigh.co.uk

The closing date for applications is 08.30 on Monday 29 November 2021.

GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at the School to share this commitment.  Successful applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and checks with previous employers.

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About Guildford High School

Guildford High School, named The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year 2024, The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of the Decade, and The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade, offers an exciting and energetic environment in which girls develop academically and personally.

From outstanding academic results to stunning achievements in Sports (named No.1 Girls’ School for Sport in the country by School Sport Magazine), Music, and Drama, GHS girls tackle new challenges enthusiastically. They leave as creative and confident individuals, well-equipped to achieve their dreams.

Awards

  • No.1 Girls School for Sport by School Sport      Magazine
  • The Sunday Times Independent School of the      Year 2024
  • The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of      the Decade
  • The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade
  • The Sunday Times Southeast Independent School      of the Year for Academic Performance 2024
  • ‘Best for Academic Results’ in the Week      Magazine, Spring 2023
  • ‘Best School for Pastoral Care’ in the Week      Magazine, Autumn 2018
  • Ranked 2nd Best Private School in      the UK by The Sunday Times Parent Power
  • 4th in The Telegraph league tables for A Level      Results 2023
  • Modeshift Stars– STARS Local Authority      Secondary School of the Year 2022/23

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