Head of English (FT- 34 weeks/year) Term Time only.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced qualified English teacher to join our dynamic and committed team. The successful candidate will work within this supportive environment to contribute to the success of our pupils and the development of the curriculum area. This post offers an opportunity to work with a range of young people who have barriers to learning and require higher levels of differentiation in a small class (maximum 10 pupils) setting.
Own transport is required as there is no public transport available.
Pay: Slindon College Qualified Teacher Salary Scale EITHER:
£29,928 - £40,199 & APTIS Pension 5% Employer Cont.
OR, £27,457 - £36,880 & APTIS Pension 15% Employer Cont.
Head of English Responsibility Points: Two at £1,500 each
Pay review pending September 2025
Benefits: Group Income Protection (QTS), Group Life Assurance (QTS), Meals and Refreshments on Duty during term time, Counselling Service, Cycle to Work Scheme, On-Site Parking, Personal Accident Insurance, Discretionary Annual Bonus Award, Fee Remission
Accountable To: Assistant Head - Curriculum & Staffing
Probation Period: One Term
Contract: Permanent
How to Apply
Please complete the Application Form including a supporting statement. CVs alone cannot be accepted. Your application can be submitted by email to hr@slindoncollege.co.uk.
We are happy to accommodate tours prior to application. Please contact the HR Officer to book.
Closing Date: 27th May 2025 at Midday
Interviews: Applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage of the process.
Slindon College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In addition to normal pre-employment checks, all appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and safeguarding interview. In addition, a Prohibition Order check, a Prohibition from Management check and overseas checks will be carried out for relevant positions.
All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the College is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent ‘unless they are ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
