Job Description

The Role

About the School \xe2\x80\x93 Long Close School Long Close stands as Slough\xe2\x80\x99s premier Independent School, catering to both boys and girls aged 2-16 years. Over the course of eight remarkable decades, our institution has consistently earned acclaim for its exceptional academic achievements and firmly cemented its position as the favoured choice for parents seeking a school that combines the intimacy of a nurturing environment with the richness of a diverse array of opportunities. The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Subject Lead of Art and DT to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita Cognita is an extraordinary family of diverse yet connected schools, spanning sixteen different countries. We share one common purpose: to create an inspiring world of education that builds self-belief and empowers individuals to succeed. A global leader in independent education with over 100 schools in Europe, Latin America, North America, Middle East and Asia, we offer excellent professional development as well as outstanding networking and career opportunities.
About the role

• Lead by example, providing inspiration, motivation and purpose within the English department
• Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils\xe2\x80\x99 interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• Show commitment to the aims and objectives of the department, helping to ensure that long, medium, and short-term objectives are achieved to secure school improvement
• Provide information, objective advice, and support to the Head of Department, Headteacher and SLT to enable it to meet its responsibilities for securing effective teaching and learning and improved standards of achievements
• Plan for effective monitoring, evaluating, and reviewing of pupil attainment to secure pupil progress
• Think creatively and imaginatively to anticipate and solve problems and help students to progress
• Set and mark appropriate homework in-line with department and school policies

Who we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Successful and relevant teaching experience
• The ability to plan, resource, and deliver effective learning to all age ability groups
• The ability to inspire, motivate and develop pupils in their learning
• Successful team working
• An ability to identify and create exciting learning resources that enable effective learning across all abilities
• A strong commitment to reflection, self-evaluation, and an ability to use data to inform planning

Benefits at Cognita

• Contributory pension scheme
• School fee discount
• Professional development
• Free School Lunches in Term Time
• Independent School Holidays

How to Apply

To apply please submit a completed Application Form to recruitment@cognita.com by the closing date. The closing date for Applications is: 17th December 2023 Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process. EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT. Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.