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English Head of Department - Full-time

Valley Park School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-4249-334T
  • Posted:21/04/2017
  • Pay:VIAT MPS and TLR (negotiable)
  • Start Date:Sep 2017
  • App Close Date:08/05/2017 at 12:00
  • Interviews:To be arranged

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Head of Department: English

TLR (£7,546 to £12,770) negotiable • Required for September 2017

Closing Date: 8 May 2017, 12 noon

Whilst the closing date is 12 noon on Monday 8 May the school reserves the right to consider the merit of early applications.

We are looking for an outstanding Head of Department to join our outstanding school. The successful candidate will be well-qualified with ambition to promote and share good practice.

In order to be successful in your application you should have:

  • a successful track record of classroom practice both through observations and results.
  • the willingness to share good practice with colleagues across the department
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • an understanding of what constitutes an ‘outstanding’ English department and the ability and confidence to communicate this
  • an understanding of how your specialism and skills can contribute to wider school improvement goals
  • the ability to set and establish new and innovative working practices

Drive and passion will be essential prerequisites for a successful application.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post please contact Mrs Lorraine Goldup by email or telephone: 01622 679421

Please submit completed applications to recruitment@valleypark.viat.org.uk

Valley Park School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory employment references.

 

Information about the school

Valley Park School is a large mixed secondary school with a vibrant Sixth Form and an Arts-rich environment. Set within the Valley Invicta Academies Trust (VIAT) main campus, based in Maidstone, the school has enviable indoor and outdoor facilities, including a state-of-the-art Sports Hall. There is a strong co-curricular programme, providing students with opportunities beyond the classroom.

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to study some subjects at Invicta Grammar School, also set within the VIAT campus.

Valley Park prides itself on aspiring for every student to reach their full potential, with encouragement to engage in the Creative Arts – a resounding strength of the school.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 661671

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.