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Head of Lower School

Head of Lower School

  • Location

    London

  • Sector:

    Senior Schools

  • Salary:

    £35k - 45k per year

  • Contact:

    Stuart Willis

  • Email:

    stuart.willis@harrishill.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    020 7587 5153

  • Job ref:

    HQ00038989

  • Published:

    about 5 years ago

  • Duration:

    Permanent

  • Closing date:

    2019-03-13

  • Startdate:

    2019-02-13

A prestigious girl's school in north west London is looking for a Head of Lower School (Year 7 and 8) to join the school for September

The School
The school offers education from reception through to A-level. One of the aims of the school is to ensure the pupils leave as well grounded, confident and independent. The pupils are proud of their school and value kindness and laughter, fun and friendship. The school is a place where tolerance and mutual respect are nurtured; where you can be yourself. With a wide variety of activities and opportunities, and a strong emphasis on charitable giving, everyone can enjoy being part of a vibrant community and express their passion for learning, and for life.

The role
The school is looking to appoint an experienced teacher to become Head of Lower School. The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree, along with holding QTS (or equivalent) and will have experience teaching both GCSE and A level in any subject. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing both Year 7 and Year 8, both academically and pastorally. You will work with members of staff within the school to ensure their needs are meet, strong interpersonal skills and communications skills are essential. This role is ideal for someone who is looking to move towards Senior Leadership.

To discuss the role in further detail, please send your CV through to stuart.willis@harrishill.co.uk or submit your CV by clicking apply. A screening call will take place before further role details are released.

Harris Hill and the clients we work with are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS, as well as other safeguarding checks.

Harris Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all partners to share this commitment.