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Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

The Perse is one of the country’s leading co-educational independent day schools, providing a high quality education to pupils aged 3-18 in Cambridge.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Perse School for someone who is passionate about English literature to join our supportive, energetic and collegiate English and Drama Department. English and Drama are delivered together in a single department at the Upper, with these subjects occupying a central position in the school’s curriculum. Whilst each member of the department is a specialist in their English or Drama, all colleagues share a passion for both subjects.

The department offers an enviably wide range of creative writing, drama, public speaking, literacy and study tour opportunities to all pupils and every member of the school will come into contact with our activities at some point in their life with us. Beyond the curriculum, the department organises a wide range of activities in which all pupils can participate, including an extensive programme of in-house drama productions, debating and public speaking events, trips to the theatre and other culture events, clubs, societies and competitions.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website:

Closing date: 15th March 2023 at 9.00am but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Interview date: Thursday 21st March. The interview will include planning and teaching a lesson and candidates will be given information in advance to help prepare.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment
The Perse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.

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