Teacher of Design Technology
Thorpe House School
Buckinghamshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 19 April 2024
Job overview
Required for September 2024, we are seeking an engaging and passionate teacher to deliver Design Technology in Key Stages 3, 4 & 5. The successful candidate will possess the expertise to inspire the students to ensure they make the very best progress.
Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable applicant be found.
Thorpe House School is an independent day school for students situated in Gerrard's Cross, Buckinghamshire, close to excellent public transport links and major roads.
A candidate pack and application form are available to download below. To apply, please return a completed application form and covering letter to Mrs Funmi Obamakin, HR Officer, at f.obamakin@thorpehouse.co.uk.
The closing date is 9am on Friday, 19th April and interviews will take place as soon as possible thereafter.
Thorpe House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS check.
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About Thorpe House School
Thorpe House School is an all-through independent school in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, teaching boys aged 4-16. The Lower School (up to Year 5) operates on its own site and the Middle School (Years 6 to 8) and the Upper School (Years 9 to 11) are based on the main site. The school has excellent facilities including a seven-acre games field, covered swimming pool and a new multi-purpose hall offering additional classroom space and increased indoor sporting opportunities.
Headmaster
Jake Burnett
Vision
Our educational approach encourages boys to achieve to the best of their potential, but also be responsible members of their local and global community. We provide a warm, vibrant and nurturing environment with small classes, excellent pastoral care and welcoming staff who work in partnership with parents. Kindness, compassion, respect, politeness and resilience are traditional values that we expect the boys to adhere to and our school motto highlights the importance of hard work and tenacity.
ISI report
“Pupils’ personal development is excellent, in accordance with the aims of the school, and is supported by high levels of care and strong welfare procedures. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other’s differences and collaborate very well when working together. Older pupils develop supportive relationships with younger pupils. Staff provide excellent support and guidance and pupils say that they are very happy in school and value the help and support they receive. Pupils’ keen interest in being responsible citizens is evident in their strong charitable giving.”
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