Head of Faculty - English
Court Fields School, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8SWThis job expired on 5 October 2022
Job start date
1 January 2023
Closing date
5 October 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 September 2022
Job details
Visa sponsorship
- No, visa sponsorship not available
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- View all Englishjobs
Working pattern
- View all Full timejobs - 32.43 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Teachers' MPS to UPS (£25,714 to £41,604)
Additional allowances
TLR1a £8,291
Head of Faculty - English job summary
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified professional who is both passionate and knowledgeable to lead our excellent English Faculty. The successful candidate will need the drive, expertise and inspirational attributes to shape the work and future development of the faculty.
We are looking for someone who
- able to inspire and lead staff effectively
- can think strategically and provide high quality leadership and management
- able to demonstrate a high standard of subject knowledge
- deliver a high quality curriculum and high standards of teaching across the faculty
- nurtures a passion for studying English Language and Literature at all levels of ability
- ensures students achieve their full potential
- will build positive relationships with both students, staff and parents.
Interviews may be carried out before the closing date so an early application is advised
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About Court Fields School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 751 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Court Fields School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- tmorcom@courtfields.net
- Phone number
- 01823 664201
Court Fields School has nearly 800 students on roll and is an 11-16 fully comprehensive
secondary school. Our 3 values of ‘Achieve, Belong and Participate’ drive all that we do.
At Court Fields School our priority is our students: their academic and pastoral outcomes. We
focus on high quality teaching and learning and promote a climate of success and achievement for every student. We have a passion for and a commitment to the core purpose of education and focus relentlessly on each student’s right to the very best provision. We are committed to fostering self-confidence, enthusiasm, perseverance and integrity.
We continue to work relentlessly to support students to achieve academic success, develop their creativity and excel. We provide a positive learning environment where students encounter a wide range of experiences safely, encouraged by a team of dedicated and highly experienced professionals. Our vibrant learning community, coupled with a culture of high standards and high expectations brings out the best in every student, supports ambition and establishes secure foundations for the future.
Court Fields is an inspiring place to work. Having already made significant improvements over
the last 2 years, it is an exciting time to join our team. Our staff, students, parents/carers and
community are proud of the school, support its journey, and are committed to ensuring that Court Fields provides the very best for every child.
Staff at all levels have a strong visible presence within the school and both students and staff are responsive to one another. If there is a problem, we will take any action quickly and fairly. There must be no child invisible at The Castle Partnership Trust and incidents are dealt with quickly and effectively, so that children know and trust that we will take care of things and will go the extra mile with them. We are also committed to widening participation so that every child participates in learning and enrichment. All members of the school community are expected to pursue these aims.
Arranging a visit to Court Fields School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tmorcom@courtfields.net.
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