Eltham College - Head of Spanish

Summary

An exciting opportunity to lead a popular department at Eltham College.

Detail

Job Title: Head of Spanish

Hours of Work: Full Time

Reports to: Head of MFL

The Headmaster and CEO of Eltham College Family of Schools is seeking to appoint an accomplished teacher to the position of Head of Spanish.

The successful candidate will lead a popular and growing department, with healthy numbers at all levels. At GCSE and A level it attracts high calibre students with a strong work ethic and a desire to fully understand the subject.

Eltham College is a highly successful independent day school in south-east London, educating boys and girls aged 7 to 18 across both Junior and Senior Schools. The College has grown considerably over recent years: there are now over 800 students in the Senior School and around 260 pupils in the Junior School and places are heavily oversubscribed. Since 2020, girls have been able to join Years 3 and 7, mirroring the Sixth Form which has been coeducational for over 45 years. The school places an equal emphasis on academic, pastoral and co-curricular excellence and has an outstanding reputation in all three areas as well as for the friendly, unpretentious nature of daily life.

A highly competitive salary is available, together with a clear programme of staff development and opportunities for promotion.

Application closing date: 8am on Monday 25 November 2024

Interviews to take place on Monday 9 December 2024

(Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Eltham College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made).

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience).

Eltham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Further Information

https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/head-of-spanish-bromley-2134675