Year 3 Class Teacher
Edge Grove
Hertfordshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- 1st January 2015
- Apply by:
- 5 October 2014
Job overview
Maternity cover - Fixed term contract
Edge Grove is a flourishing and vibrant independent boarding and day Preparatory and Pre-preparatory School for boys and girls, aged 3-13, situated in 28 acres of glorious Hertfordshire parkland, near Watford, with more than 390 pupils on the roll. We are looking for an experienced and energetic teacher to inspire our pupils. You will be an outstanding qualified practitioner.
Edge Grove payscale applies. Remuneration therefore depends upon experience.
Further details of the post and an application form can be accessed via the School website under 'about us' www.edgegrove.com.
Specific enquires can be directed to the Head of Lower School Mrs S Robinson srobinson@edgegrove.com. Applications to the Deputy Bursar, Miss V Clark, vclark@edgegrove.com.
Edge Grove School is 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.
Closing date for applications 5th October 2014.
Interviews will be held during the week of 13th October 2014.
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About Edge Grove
Founded in 1935, we are a vibrant and successful (IAPS) Day Prep School for boys and girls aged between 3 and 13, characterised by a genuine commitment to the pursuit of excellence. There are currently around 430 pupils at the School and approximately 150 staff.
We are fortunate to be situated within 45 acres of parkland, only 15 miles from central London and conveniently located close to the M1 and M25 motorways. Our wonderful setting and facilities ensure our children are exposed to a wide range of experiences and develop confidence in a challenging, fun and inspirational environment.
At Edge Grove we offer a holistic education by encouraging the development of the whole individual, seeking to find and foster talent whether in the classroom, the art room, in music, on the stage or on the sports field. We firmly believe that all children can and will excel at something.
We encompass the traditional values of good manners and self-discipline coupled with a modern and progressive approach. We offer an education that instils self-assurance and a passion for learning that stays with children for the rest of their lives. Our first class teaching resources, strong academic approach and accessible and enjoyable teaching methods allow pupils to progress individually and reach their true potential in all spheres of school life.
At Edge Grove we are proud of our academic performance and children are prepared for a wide range of senior schools across the country, carefully chosen to suit their academic and extra-curricular strengths. Edge Grove pupils characteristically approach the next stage of the educational journey with confidence and distinction.
Working at Edge Grove offers the opportunity to be part of a vibrant and welcoming community, committed to academic excellence and the highest standards of pastoral care for its pupils. The Governors consider the development of excellence in the education offered to the pupils to be the underlying purpose of activities undertaken by all staff.
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