Second in English
Sir William Perkins's School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive Salary, TPS and Benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 September 2020
Job overview
Second in English
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-qualified graduate who is looking for a new challenge and to further broaden their skills and experience. The Second in English assists the Head of English in leading the department and developing and enriching the outstanding English curriculum and co-curricular activities.
The Second in Department will be committed to providing academic support to the students studying with the department and will lead the department in the absence of the Head of English.
This full-time, permanent position commences in September 2020.
FULL INFORMATION ABOUT THE JOB IS AVAILABLE IN THE CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK AND ON THE "WORKING AT SWPS" SECTION OF THE SCHOOL'S WEBSITE.
If you would like to arrange to tour the School before making an application or if you have any questions then please contact Mrs H Wood, HR Manager via the School's switchboard.
Applications will be considered on arrival so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Closing Date for Applications is Monday 24 February 2020 at 1pm.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing independent girls’ School for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It was founded in 1725 and is now on an attractive 12 acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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About Sir William Perkins's School
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Welcome to Sir William Perkins's School
Where Generosity, Curiosity and Ambition thrive and Great Things are expected
At Sir William Perkins’s School, students are at our heart. We expect the best from them and in return they can expect the best from us – both in terms of teaching of the highest quality, and in receiving the tailored support and attention they need to achieve.
We know our students, their talents, hopes and aspirations; and in turn we seek staff who actively encourage our students to explore their interests and achieve their potential in an innovative and inspiring atmosphere.
Founded in 1725, we are a warm and friendly independent girls’ school for 600 students aged 11-18. Set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey, SWPS is a beautiful environment with first-rate facilities, in which both staff and students flourish.
Easily reached by road or public transport, we are a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns.
The power of potential
We challenge each student to explore their potential through academic aspiration and active participation. We teach our students to expect Great Things of themselves, because we know every individual is capable of Great Things.
Academic success is always our priority, but education should be about far more than achieving top grades. We believe in educating the whole person and equipping our students with the confidence to make their mark on the world.
We encourage students to become involved in the many co-curricular activities on offer. Taking every opportunity to develop their interests and creativity, their interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills, to be forward-thinking and to reach into the wider community.
A SWPS student is:
- Generous with their thoughts, their gifts and their time.
- Curious about their world and their future.
- Ambitious for themselves and for others.
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