Teacher of English
King's Bruton
Somerset
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2020
- Apply by:
- 7 February 2020
Job overview
King’s Bruton is an HMC co-educational boarding and day school of 350 pupils aged 13-18.
An inspirational and suitably qualified teacher of English is required to join this very successful department from September 2020. The successful applicant will be a qualified teacher with either a specialist or English-related degree.
This is an opportunity for a passionate English teacher to make a genuine difference in the English department and to the progress of pupils. The successful applicant will teach GCSE English as part of the core curriculum, whilst also delivering literacy/ English support to pupils on a 1-1/ small group basis and there may also be the possibility to teach A Level English.
At KS4 English forms part of the core curriculum, where pupils study both AQA English Language and Literature. English remains a very popular A Level option and pupils benefit from a fantastic programme of enrichment to further enhance and support teaching. In 2019, 65% of pupils achieved an A*-B grade at A Level with many pupils going on to study English at University.
The role would suit a recently qualified teacher, or someone with more classroom experience who would enjoy the challenge of joining a dynamic and successful department. There may also be the possibility to combine this position with a Resident Tutor position in the school.
Further details may be obtained from King’s website: https://www.kingsbruton.com/about-us/vacancies
Letters of application, completed application forms with curriculum vitae, should be sent to recruitment@kingsbruton.com
Closing date: 12 noon Friday 7th February 2020
Interviews will be held towards the end of the week beginning 10th February 2020 or the week beginning 24th February 2020.
King’s Bruton is an independent co-educational boarding school committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Attached documents
About King's Bruton
King’s Bruton is a mixed independent school with sixth form in the Somerset town of Bruton. Students attend the school from the ages of 13 to 18, with the option to board throughout their school careers. There are approximately 370 students on roll. The Somerset school operates in partnership with Hazlegrove Preparatory School, in nearby Sparkford.
King’s Bruton was founded as a boys' school in 1519, admitting girls in the late 1960s before becoming fully co-educational in 1997.
Headmaster
Ian Wilmshurst
Values and vision
King’s Bruton is a smaller independent school and, as such, its values and vision revolve around the tight-knit community of students that it has cultivated. The Somerset school promotes a sense of loyalty, determination and encourages pupils to go above and beyond both in and out of the classroom.
Emphasis is placed on inclusivity and promoting diversity within the school. King’s Bruton aims to foster a culture of acceptance and respect in all aspects of school life.
ISI report
“Relationships between staff and between pupils themselves are appropriate, and in their questionnaire responses the vast majority of boarders agree that they get on well together and feel safe in their boarding house. Staff are dedicated to the welfare of all pupils and provide a suitable structure for them to develop and thrive. Pastoral policies and procedures are effective and good behaviour is promoted.”
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