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About Camden School for Girls: Camden School for Girls is a highly successful and oversubscribed inner London comprehensive secondary school with a rich historical heritage. Founded in 1871 by Frances Mary Buss, a pioneer for women’s education, the school has a long-standing history of ambition and excellence for all pupils regardless of background. We have a warm, welcoming and supportive ethos and aspire to excellence in all areas of the school provision. We have a strong sense of community and foster an environment where everyone feels valued. Identified five times by government ministers as one of the top 100 schools in the country, Parent Power ranks the school as the 6th best of all comprehensive schools in London. With exceptional outcomes at all Key Stages and especially at A level, a calm working environment, incredibly committed students, and warm and welcoming staff, Camden School for Girls is a special place to work.
Position Overview: We are looking for a passionate English specialist, a strong leader, and an exceptional practitioner to lead a large and experienced English and Drama Department. The department is high performing and makes a significant contribution to the strong reputation of Camden School for Girls. The successful candidate will have an exciting and fulfilling time ahead of them. The department is experienced, highly knowledgeable, and innovative, bringing an exceptional standard of education to all pupils. We seek someone who can inspire, is inclusive in approach, and is robust, thorough, and diligent.
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 24th March 2025
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
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