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SIMON BALLE SCHOOL, HERTFORD Head of Department – English Salary MPS/UPS + TLR1b + recruitment & retention package (subject to experience) Start 1st September 2014
Creating tomorrow’s citizens today Simon Balle School is a forward thinking school combining traditional values with innovative teaching and learning. Ofsted (Sept 2013) noted ‘…examples of outstanding teaching across a number of subjects including English…’
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious subject specialist, with a record of delivering excellent results, to lead our English department. In order to achieve the highest possible grades our students are set challenging academic and personal targets and given the inspiration to succeed. In order to achieve this the successful candidate will have:
a clear vision for the role of the English department at Simon Balle School
the ability to inspire, motivate, challenge and support our staff, students and parents
the drive and passion to raise standards in teaching and learning across the team
a proven track record of achieving outstanding GCSE and A level results
the ability to plan strategically
the ability to establish and develop partnerships within the school and the wider community
excellent communication skills
the ability to lead whole school initiatives
creativity at fostering independent student led learning
ambition to move towards senior leadership
For further details and an application form please contact J
Creasey, Simon Balle School, Mangrove Road, Hertford, Herts SG13 8BJ Tel: 01992 410400 Fax: 01992 410400 Email :
Closing date: Friday 14th March (noon) Interview: Wednesday 19th March
Simon Balle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all
staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are also committed to the equality of opportunity for all. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo
child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.
