Current Vacancies

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivational Head of Year, preferably with the ability to teach Science, English or Maths, to become a key member of our pastoral team.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• be passionate about developing the full potential of our students
• have a proven track record of raising student standards and a flair for Teaching and Learning
• be an outstanding leader with drive, energy and ambition, inspiring students and staff to strive for continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes for all
• be able to develop quickly as a credible leader and have the ability to foster professional, influential relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• show you have an aptitude to work collaboratively and are committed to work in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team
• monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a leader within the year team.

In return you will:

• experience a caring, positive ethos that prioritises staff wellbeing and recognition
• be empowered to work with ambitious, dedicated, capable staff who are deeply committed to develop the whole child
• experience working with children who enjoy being at school, behave exceptionally and have excellent attitudes to learning
• work in a professional, stimulating, and collaborative working environment
• experience outstanding professional development and support

The Downs School, a Foundation, 11-18 comprehensive school, is a successful, oversubscribed, and popular school serving the Downs area of West Berkshire.  The roll is over 1400 with a well-established sixth form.  Results at all levels are consistently outstanding and the best in West Berkshire, and Ofsted described our students as having ‘excellent personal and social skills’ who ‘achieve well academically.’

More information about the school can be found on our web site www.thedownsschool.org  and the downland alliance at www.downlandalliance.org.uk. For more details about the role, please contact Clare Lowery, HR Manager on 01635 270022.  Please submit your application to recruitment@thedownsschool.org by Tuesday 30 April 2024. 

The Downs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check through the DBS, social media checks and required to provide evidence that they have a right to work in the UK.

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