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Head of Politics

Head of Politics

St Paul's Girls' School

Hammersmith and Fulham

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Required from September 2021 or January 2022
Apply by:
26 May 2021

Job overview

Head of Politics 

Required from September 2021 or January 2022

The school is seeking an enthusiastic and well qualified Head of Politics to lead a lively and successful department. The post becomes available in September 2021 or January 2022 and provides the opportunity to teach politics from years 12-13 (including Oxbridge entrance). S/he will oversee the setting and marking of entrance papers for 16+ candidates, the departmental budget and the ordering of resources. 

Other essential aspects of the job are included in the attached head of department job description and include participation in the appointment of new members of the department, the induction of new staff, especially NQTs, and giving advice to students on university applications. All members of staff are expected to play a part in the pastoral organisation of the school.  .

Further information about the role and to apply can be found on our website https://spgs.org/vacancies/.  

Please submit your applications before the closing date of Wednesday 26 May 2021, noon. Applications will not be considered without a covering letter, cv, and completed application form.

Interviews will take place week commencing 7 June 2021 


About St Paul's Girls' School

St Paul's Girls' School is one of the UK's leading independent secondary schools for girls aged 11-18. We offer a classical yet forward-thinking education, providing talented young women with a dynamic and stimulating environment in which to learn and develop as individuals.

Education here is not just about passing exams, but rather about a sheer joy of learning. Individual research, discussion and debate are at the heart of our teaching. All students are encouraged to dig deeper, to explore ideas and to develop their own particular interests. Our broad and progressive curriculum places emphasis on creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship and is rich in opportunities to learn about new technologies and engage in cross-curricular projects. The aim is to give students the skills and confidence to lead the way in a modernising and fast-moving world.

This love of academic discovery is enriched by extensive co-curricular provision, the kindest and most individual of pastoral care and a commitment to partnerships and service to others.

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