Head of English

1 week ago


Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Wycliffe Prep School Full time

Head of English (Prep School):

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:
Full Time

Contract Length:
Permanent

Salary:
Wycliffe pay scale and responsibility allowance

Expires:2nd February :00 AM

Start Date:1st September 2023

Job ID:1302112

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading, managing and developing the English department, including setting and monitoring academic standards
  • Planning and delivering a curriculum that is stimulating, challenging and accessible to all students
  • Providing guidance and support to teachers in the department to ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning
  • Monitoring and evaluating student progress, and providing relevant feedback to parents and carers
  • Encouraging a love of reading and writing in all students through extracurricular activities and events
  • Representing the department at school and external events
  • Collaborating with other departments and senior leaders to ensure a cohesive and effective curriculum across the school
  • Managing the department budget and resources effectively
  • Being a positive role model and promoting a culture of excellence within the department and school
  • A teaching qualification and experience teaching English to prep school or primary pupils
  • Good people management skills
  • Proven experience in curriculum development and delivery
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in prep school education
  • The ability to inspire and motivate students, colleagues and parents
  • The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other members of the senior leadership team
  • A commitment to continuous professional development
  • A passion for English and literature.

Terms of Appointment
This is a permanent position offered on a full-time basis from September 2023. Working hours Monday - Saturday in accordance with terms dates, teaching and duty timetable.

Salary (Wycliffe Teaching Scale depending on chosen pension scheme)

Responsibility Allowance

Other benefits available include:
- choice of TPS or APTIS pension scheme
- reduction in school fees (40% for Nursery Class to Year 5, 60% for Year 6 to Year 13)
- cycle to work and electric car scheme
- free meals during school term-time
- free use of gym, sports facilities, and swimming pool at certain times
- training and development opportunities
- free on-site parking
- subsidised coffee-shop

Closing date: 2nd February 2023

Interviews:
week commencing 6th February 2023


Safeguarding Statement:

  • Wycliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check is required before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer._
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