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Head of Department/Faculty - English

Head of Department/Faculty - English

Falconer School

Hertfordshire

Salary:
MPS/UP/L
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01/09/2015
Apply by:
10 April 2015

Job overview

We are seeking to appoint for September 2015, a well-qualified, dynamic and innovative Head of English for our highly successful English department, and to drive our Literacy agenda within our forward-thinking school.   

Our latest student achievement data analysis shows we have a very strong and successful English department, where leadership and management and teaching and learning are at least 'good'. Our Levels of Progress results are at least in line with national results at GCSE.

We welcome all candidates with the drive, people skills, leadership and management potential and imagination to help us build on our own high standards. This post could be suitable for a candidate looking to diversify into Special Education or is already experienced within this sector. For the right candidate it is possible to be Director of Learning (TLR2b) or for an aspiring candidate for Leadership to lead on whole school initiatives.

We are looking for:

  • A dedicated, passionate and inspirational teacher of English with resilience and a strong positive work ethic
  • A commitment to engage, challenge and inspire our students
  • A strong commitment to enrichment opportunities
  • A proven record of raising standards

We can offer you:

  • The chance to ensure all our students reach and exceed their potential    
  • Strong leadership in a people focused environment
  • An active well-being programme
  • Outstanding professional development opportunities
  • Outstanding Induction programme for new staff
  • Leadership responsibilities for the right candidate

To make an appointment to visit the school, to request an application form or for further information please contact Jenny Buckeridge, School Manager, at recruitment@falconer.herts.sch.uk or on the number shown. Completed forms and a letter of application should be addressed to the Headteacher, Mr J Kemp, by Friday 10th April 2015. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 22nd April 2015.

Falconer School is a Secondary day / residential school for boys with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Application Close Date: 10/04/2015
Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd April 2015

For more information and to apply online: www.teachinherts.com

Hertfordshire is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people

Falconer School
Falconer Road
Bushey
Hertfordshire
WD23 3AT
Tel: 0208 950 2505
Website: www.falconer.herts.sch.uk

About Falconer School

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  • Falconer School
  • Falconer Road, Bushey, Watford
  • Hertfordshire
  • WD23 3AT
  • United Kingdom
+44 20 89502505

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