Teacher of Classics

Job Title: Teacher of Classics

Location: Sedbergh School

Contract Type: Full or part-time, permanent

Salary: Competitive

Sedbergh School, founded in 1525 by Roger Lupton, is an independent co-educational boarding school. Set in the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park, the School also benefits from fast motorway and rail access to the rest of the UK.

The School has an excellent reputation in academics, sports, and creative arts, which has led to continued growth in the pupil roll for the past ten years. Circa 600 pupils are accommodated in a full boarding school environment and a further 200 at Sedbergh Prep School in Casterton.

We are currently seeking a motivated and positive individual to join our team as Teacher of Classics from September 2023. The role will be part-time, 0.5 FTE. However, for the right candidate who can contribute to the wider co-curricular needs of the School, there may be the opportunity for a full-time position.

The Classics Department is a small, close-knit team consisting of one full-time Classicist, one full-time Historian/Classicist and one part-time Classical Civilisation teacher (who is also the Head of Cricket). The Department has two dedicated classrooms, which include an extensive Classical library. We teach Latin and Classical Civilisation from Year 9 (where it is compulsory to do a Classical subject) right through to A-level. We also offer Greek as a co-curricular activity. This year, we are working towards the Intermediate Certificate.

Classical Civilisation is an increasingly popular option both at GCSE and A Level. Subject matter is diverse and option choice is again guided by Teacher interest. These specifications bring an opportunity for the study of fresh material and indeed the need for creative and inspirational teaching.

The successful applicant will be expected to teach Classical Civilisation from Year 9 to 13. The ability to teach Latin (or Greek) to any age group would be an advantage.

The role offers great opportunities for personal and professional development in a School that aspires to be the market leader in all areas of Boarding School life. A proactive attitude to INSET training is encouraged and supported by the School.

Person Specification:

Candidates should be well-qualified graduates of Classics or a Classics-related degree; a teaching qualification is desirable, though not essential.

We are looking for applicants who are passionate advocates for Classics and can articulate a vision for the place of the subject in a 21st Century curriculum. They must also have strong empathic and interpersonal skills, coupled with a genuine interest in young people. They must combine an intellectually rigorous and scholarly approach to the subject with an obvious enthusiasm for it. They should also be organised in their approach and have a short, medium and long-term plans to make sure that their sets fulfill their potential. A familiarity with Boarding education and the ability to contribute to co-curricular life at Sedbergh would also be useful.

In exchange the School will offer:

• A competitive salary;
• Contributory Pension Scheme – to include life cover while remaining within the scheme;
• Enhanced Sick Pay entitlement - conditional on meeting the demands of the scheme;
• Ride2Work;
• Service awards;
• Opportunity to see School productions;
• Staff events and family fun days!
• Use of the School’s vast facilities (outside the School timetabling) including the indoor swimming pool, tennis and squash courts and Hirst Sport Centre.

How to Apply:

For further information, please download the 'Applicant Info Pack'. The HR Department is also very happy to receive enquiries about the post or application process prior to applying. Please send any enquiries to hradmin@sedberghschool.org

All applicants must submit a School application form giving the names of two referees. A supporting letter and CV will also be welcome in addition.

Applications may be sent electronically to: hradmin@sedberghschool.org and receipt will be acknowledged by email.

The closing date for applications is Friday 07 April 2023 at 17:00.

Interviews are planned to take place in the week commencing Monday 17 April 2023.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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