School: Pate's Grammar School (Grammar)
Address: Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Title: Head of English (Key Stage 3 to 5) - Pate's Grammar School
Grade: Leadership – L8 – L12
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 01/05/2025
Interview Date: 06/05/2025
Start Date: 01/09/2025
We have a fantastic opportunity for a creative and inspirational leader to work as Head of English at Pate’s.
The English Department at Pate’s is dedicated to fostering passion for reading, writing and a love of literature, igniting creativity and critical thinking within our students.
Led by the Head of English, there is a Second in Department and a team of teachers passionate about literature and teaching, bringing a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the classroom.
Pupils in years 7 to 9 are taught in their forms, with pupils in year 10 split into six teaching groups.
The Eduqas syllabus is currently followed for English Language and English Literature at GCSE, and at A-Level for English Literature.
Student and staff involvement is encouraged in extra-curricular activities related to the subject, including Public Speaking and student-led societies exploring literature and film. Students are encouraged to enter creative writing and essay competitions throughout the year, and we seek to organise theatre trips, particularly where performances are texts being studied.
Our English classrooms have excellent facilities, and we have a departmental office where each member of staff has a workspace with the opportunity to work collaboratively with each other.
We look forward to receiving your application to lead our English Team.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and completion of Self-Disclosure Form.
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