Teacher of Classics

King's College School, Wimbledon Common, Merton

Teacher of Classics

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King's College School, Wimbledon Common, Merton

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 20 Oct | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 9c5c28434937414fae0919f396ec9a92

Full Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic senior school teacher of Classics to cover maternity leave from April 2025. Qualified teachers, recent graduates, individuals considering a change in career and those returning from a career break are all strongly encouraged to apply. Training for applicants who are brand new to teaching is available, and the school runs its own teacher training programme culminating in QTS. Person Specification The post would suit someone who has:

  • Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine interest in Classics as an academic discipline
  • An eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their academic potential
  • A desire to enrich the intellectual experience of pupils beyond the exam specifications by supporting pupil involvement in challenges, competitions, and societies relating to Classics
  • A commitment to excellent pastoral care for all pupils
  • An ability to work well with others
  • The following would be advantageous:
  • A desire to contribute to the school's thriving cocurricular programme
  • King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities. To apply for this role, please visit our website. Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 13th November 2024. Interview date: Wednesday 20th November 2024. Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process. King's is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance. At King's we embrace inclusion and fairness in the workplace: diversity is to be celebrated and as such we strive towards a fully immersive culture of inclusion, diversity and equality.

    We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic senior school teacher of Classics to cover maternity leave from April 2025. Qualified teachers, recent graduates, individuals considering a change in career and those returning from a career break are all strongly encouraged to apply. Training for applicants who are brand new to teaching is available, and the school runs its own teacher training programme culminating in QTS. Person Specification The post would suit someone who has:
  • Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine interest in Classics as an academic discipline
  • An eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their academic potential
  • A desire to enrich the intellectual experience of pupils beyond the exam specifications by supporting pupil involvement in challenges, competitions, and societies relating to Classics
  • A commitment to excellent pastoral care for all pupils
  • An ability to work well with others
  • The following would be advantageous:
  • A desire to contribute to the school's thriving cocurricular programme

    King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.