We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and motivated Head of English. The successful candidate will teach the department’s curriculum across the age range and be someone who will share the school's passion for encouraging all pupils to work towards their maximum potential.
In common with all Forest School departments, the English Department is well-resourced and teachers are accommodated in classrooms equipped with electronic whiteboards and audio visual equipment. There are 11 teaching colleagues in the English Department, many of whom hold wider positions of responsibility throughout the school. We teach Edexcel English and English Literature IGCSE and Edexcel A level English Literature.
The department aims to promote the engagement and enjoyment of English beyond the classroom, and to this end we use London as a rich and vibrant resource. Across all years, pupils are given the opportunity to go on theatre trips. There is a thriving English Society (for Y12 and Y13), and wider reading initiatives (for all years). Debating and creative writing societies are also run by members of the English Department, and the Department has run recent poetry competitions and initiatives such as The Masked Reader to raise the profile of the subject within the school.
Why work at Forest?
There are many benefits of working at Forest School as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include: Generous CPD budget Comprehensive Professional Development Review system Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13 Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme Contribution towards private medical insurance fees Membership of a pension scheme Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage. Applications close on 12th February 2025. Interviews will take place on the week commencing 24th February 2025. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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There are many benefits of working at Forest School as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include: Generous CPD budget Comprehensive Professional Development Review system Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13 Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme Contribution towards private medical insurance fees Membership of a pension scheme Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage. Applications close on 12th February 2025. Interviews will take place on the week commencing 24th February 2025. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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