Assistant Housemistress/Master

Location

West Berkshire, Berkshire | United Kingdom

Job description

As an Assistant Housemistress/Master you will be joining a dedicated pastoral team who are committed to providing an inspiring environment where the pupils will learn, develop and flourish. To be successful you will ideally be a qualified teacher with boarding/pastoral experience. You will also have another position in the School that will normally equate to about a 50% timetable. The opportunities for other roles are varied and include teaching and operational positions.

As a traditional girls’ boarding school with a modern twist, we offer an enriching, caring and creative environment, where every pupil is challenged and supported in equal measure.

A fully funded one/two bedroom flat will be provided. We recognise that our wonderful staff are key to our success, and we offer a supportive working environment, with competitive terms and conditions and a wide range of opportunities for continuous professional development. We provide an excellent induction programme for all new staff as well as a Pension Scheme, meals on duty and excellent working conditions. 

We are also a Microsoft Showcase School where your information technology skills will be developed, and you will be provided with a Microsoft Surface.

Applications should be made via our website portal and must be received by 09.00am on Wednesday 13 March 2024. Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

For further details please visit our website or alternatively call 01635 204712 or email [email protected]

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.

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