Teacher of English

Magdalen College School, founded in 1480, is one of the country’s leading independent day schools.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time or part-time (at least 60%) Teacher of English to join our thriving English department. Further details of the position can be found in the attached job pack.

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Staff application must be completed in full. Please also upload your covering letter addressed to the Master, Miss Helen Pike, to the Application Supporting Information section.

Interviews will take place on Monday 23rd March.

Applicants who only send a CV will be automatically rejected.

Magdalen College School is committed to the safeguarding of pupils, and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, the receipt of satisfactory references, the school’s pre‑employment medical questionnaire, plus sight of relevant original

School fee remission is available for permanent members of staff whose sons and/or Sixth Form daughters are offered a place at the school following entrance tests and interviews, and is currently 50% pro rata subject to a minimum FTE of 50%.

Lunch

Free School Lunch is provided whilst at work

Degree in related subject specialism essential

Show clear commitment to safeguarding children essential

Show Clear Enthusiasm for Subject essential

Be willing to contribute to other areas of school life, such as games, music, drama, CCF or other activities essential

Act as the pastoral tutor to a Senior School houseroom (tutor group) essential

Support the progress of all pupils studying Subject by taking a role in departmental support, enrichment and partnerships sessions essential

Set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment essential

Magdalen College School is committed to the safeguarding of pupils, and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, the receipt of satisfactory references, the school’s pre‑employment medical questionnaire, plus sight of relevant original  and degree certificate(s).

This role will be in regulated activity and will require a children’s barred list check as well as an enhanced DBS check. The enhanced DBS check is due to this role being exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.