Head of English
Kew Green Preparatory School
Richmond upon Thames
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2014
- Apply by:
- 12 May 2014
Job overview
Head of English, Richmond upon Thames
Kew Green Preparatory School is one of London's leading prep schools, in an enviable location in West London. The school is situated on the Green next to Kew Gardens and overlooks the River Thames. Kew Green caters for up to 280 boys and girls aged 4 to 11 years.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly-skilled teacher to lead English. The successful candidate will be joining our excellent team in this happy and successful non-selective school.
We are looking for someone who has:
- A clear vision for the teaching of English
- Recent and relevant knowledge of national initiatives in English
- The ability to motivate and inspire both staff and pupils
- A clear sense of purpose and high expectations
- The potential to be an outstanding leader
- Recent and relevantexpertiseteaching Year 5 and 6,preferably with 11+ experience and knowledge
- A willingness to take an active part in the life of our school
- Have an enthusiastic and positive approach within and beyond the classroom
- Have energy, stamina and a sense of humour
Kew Green Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau. Kew Green Preparatory School is an equal opportunities employer and all applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, marital status or disability.
An application form and job description may be obtained by telephoning or emailing the school secretary, Michelle Curtis, secretary@kgps.co.uk
Applications should be made by letter accompanied by a completed application form.
The closing date is Monday 12th May 2014.
Further information about the school may be obtained from the website, www.kgps.co.uk
Applications should be addressed to:
Mr Jem Peck, Headmaster,
Kew Green Preparatory School, Layton House, Ferry Lane, Kew Green, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3AF
Tel: 020 8948 5999
About Kew Green Preparatory School
- Kew Green Preparatory School
- Layton House, Ferry Lane, Kew Green
- Richmond
- TW9 3AF
- United Kingdom
Kew Green Preparatory School is a non-selective independent school for boys and girls aged 4-11 years. The Head Teacher is a member of IAPS. In response to demand for places, KGPS was established in 2004 as a sister school to Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School, London W6 (Est.1991).
The school is owned and managed by London Preparatory Schools Ltd. The two shareholding Directors of LPS, Maria and Edward Gardener, are both from a teaching background.
The school is non-selective and takes pupils on a first come first served basis. Pupils usually go on to independent schools in the London area after attending KGPS for seven years.
Within this timescale we are able to allow children to develop at their own pace, providing a rich curriculum where Music, Art, Sport and the Humanities are given a full weighting with Maths, Science and English. We strive to inculcate in our pupils a proper self-esteem and respect for others. Physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually - our children develop and achieve their full potential in their time with us. This approach has invariably led to a high level of academic achievement.
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