Head of Taunton School International Middle School

Job Title: Head of Taunton School International Middle School 

Job Reference No:17-18039 

Responsible to: Principal Taunton School International 

Hours per week Full time 

Salary: Dependent on experience  

Taunton School was founded in 1847.  It is an independent day and boarding school for approximately 1100 boys and girls, aged from 2 to 18 years.  The aim of the School is to prepare young people to shape the world in the 21st century.   

Taunton School International (TSI) was set up by Taunton School in 1996 to provide a first step for international students wishing to complete their education in a British school.  In 2012, Taunton School International expanded its provision by opening a Middle School (TSIMS, known internally as The Grange) for up to 60 international students aged 8 to 14.  TSIMS is located 3 miles off campus and is largely self-contained, although students use Taunton School facilities for some lessons and for Games and are expected to join Taunton School or Taunton School Preparatory after a maximum time of a year. TSIMS also operates an academic Junior Summer School. 

We are seeking to appoint to the role of Head of International Middle School who will be responsible for its overall management and oversee all aspects of the academic and pastoral provision of the school.  

The successful candidate will teach a reduced timetable in one of the following subjects: English, EAL, Maths, Geography, Science or ICT (or a combination of these) and, in common with all other TSIMS employees, will be required to work for between two to three weeks on the Junior Summer School. 

The Head of TSIMS will be a member of the TSI Senior Management Team (SMT) and will be line managed directly by the Principal of TSI. 

Our School ethos is of a shared responsibility and positive contribution from all to the life and work of this busy six-day-a-week boarding and day community. This is what makes Taunton School such a thriving, energetic and well-rounded Independent School. We offer a competitive package and an outstanding educational environment in which to work. 

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description, available to download from here or from the School's website; www.tauntonschool.co.uk 

Application Process 

Candidates should complete their application form electronically and email it, together with a short covering letter. A Taunton School application form must be used and there is no need to submit a CV. Alternatively, applications can be posted to the HR Department at the main School address.  

Please email your completed and signed application form and covering letter to: tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk  

Closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Wednesday 31st January with interviews during the week commencing 5th February 2018.   

Taunton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and a successful enhanced DBS check.