Millfield School
Location
Street, Somerset | United Kingdom
Job description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our dynamic team as the Head of Economics. This exciting opportunity arises due to an internal promotion and the selected candidate will have the chance to expand and lead our thriving, forward-looking and well-resourced Economics department.
Essential qualifications for this position include the ability to teach Economics up to A level.
Founded in 1935, Millfield’s vision is to be the world leader for the development of children. There are nearly 1,300 students at the senior school (year 9 to U6), with a 3:1 ratio of boarding to day. Although essentially a rural British school, 20 per cent of Millfield students are international and come from more than 70 countries.
Set in over 100 acres of grounds, Millfield’s size brings great opportunity, and the facilities are unmatched in the UK: an Olympic-sized swimming pool, golf courses, indoor centres for tennis, golf and cricket and an equestrian centre; concert hall, recording studio, theatre, art gallery, hi-tech Science block and outstanding teaching facilities; and high-quality boarding accommodation.
Our aim is to discover brilliance in every child and to immerse them in academic, creative and sporting opportunities to develop this brilliance. We offer an exceptionally wide range of courses and provide multiple pathways through the school to meet the needs of the individual child.
We offer a stimulating and rewarding working environment with excellent resources and support for professional development. We value innovation, collaboration and a commitment to academic excellence.
We strongly believe in employee wellbeing and, as such, there are many benefits available, including:
If you are passionate about Economics and possess strong leadership and teaching skills, we invite you apply now.
Closing date: Noon on Wednesday 13th March 2024
Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result, the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such, we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.
Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the . Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Be kind, be individual, be brilliant. Millfield School, where being an individual is recognised as the key to brilliance.
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