Teacher of English
Summer Fields School
Oxfordshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required for September 2016 or January 2017
- Apply by:
- 14 May 2016
Job overview
Summer Fields is one of the premier boys' prep schools in the country, situated in 70 acres of superb grounds in North Oxford. The school enjoys an outstanding academic reputation and is extremely well resourced.
We seek an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher to teach English throughout the school in a thriving and supportive department. The English department places emphasis on the teaching of literature at all ability levels. Applicants should have a degree in English Literature and be able and prepared to teach to Common Entrance standard and beyond.
The successful candidate will have the ability to inspire enthusiasm and a love of English in their pupils. We are looking for someone who is willing to learn and to experiment with fresh ideas, texts and techniques. Both experienced and newly qualified teachers are encouraged to apply.
Full details are available on our website: www.summerfields.com/Careers-and-Work-Experience or from the HR Manager on 01865 459238.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 15 May 2016
Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Boarding and day preparatory school for 240 boys aged 8 - 13 years.
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About Summer Fields School
Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for boys aged 4 - 13 years. The school is situated in Summertown, two miles north of the centre of Oxford and has 70 acres of grounds going down to the River Cherwell. The School was founded in 1864 and it has since been a Charitable Trust with a Board of Governors since 1955. There has been extensive development over the last 15 years and the School is thriving. Summer Fields is a special community and we are proud of the academic achievements of boys of all abilities. Each year the boys pass Common Entrance and regularly win scholarships to the top Public Schools, including Eton, Harrow, Radley and Winchester.
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