Teacher of Drama
Latymer Upper School
Hammersmith and Fulham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive pay scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- January 2021
- Apply by:
- 29 September 2020
Job overview
We are a school that values diversity and individual contribution; supporting and encouraging staff to pursue their interests and achieve their ambitions.
If you are an inspiring and enthusiastic Drama teacher, experienced in delivering high standard GCSE and A level exam preparation in both practical and written work then we would love to hear from you.
You will need to demonstrate an intellectual passion for the subject at all levels together with ambition to improve your pedagogical practice.
Drama is an exciting department to work in with a high profile both within the school and in the local community. Latymer drama productions are renowned for their professionalism and high quality in terms of acting, directing and technical support, and drama is widely perceived as a flagship department. Academic standards are also high with the majority of the students gaining A* and A grades at A level each year.
If this opportunity excites you then to apply, discover more about the role and our attractive staff benefits package, please visit our dedicated recruitment website: https://latymer.ciphr-irecruit.com
Further information about Latymer Upper School is available on www.latymer-upper.org
Closing date for applications: 9am Wednesday 30 September 2020
Final Interviews: Friday 9 October 2020
Shortlisted candidates will have an initial and remote interview with the Head of Department and member of SMT. This initial interview may take place at any stage from receipt of applications to before final interviews. Successful candidates will then proceed to the final stage, which will be on-site and involve teaching an observed lesson and final interview.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.
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About Latymer Upper School
Welcome to Latymer Upper School. We are a vibrant, forward-thinking and co-educational independent secondary school in West London. Established in 1624 by the generosity of Edward Latymer and located in Hammersmith since 1895, the School upholds its founding principles of generosity and educational excellence.
With around 1,400 students, the success of our Inspiring Minds campaign started by the Latymer Foundation in 2017, means that by the end of our 400th year, we will be in a position to offer one in four students a bursary.
Latymer Upper School is at the forefront of education reform and from 2027, our bespoke Middle School curriculum will replace traditional GCSEs. This innovative approach will develop critical thinking, resilience, collaboration, creativity and problem-solving, preparing them for the independent learning required at A-level. Our students go on to secure places at prestigious universities including Oxbridge, North American and European institutions and are well set for success in the modern workplace.
We foster a welcoming and cosmopolitan environment and our commitment to individualised education ensures that Latymerians are not only highly academic but also well-rounded, grounded individuals.
We are also really proud to have teachers who help raise generations of young people to be passionate about their learning, students who support each other and a network of loyal Latymerian alumni.
To find out more about Curriculum Reform and our School, please visit our website. Consider joining a community dedicated to inspiring minds and transforming lives.
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