Job Description

As a growing school, an opportunity has arisen to join us in an exciting role that combines contribution to the creative life of the school with some classroom teaching in English. We're looking for a developing writer who is passionate about supporting all forms of writing in young people, and is able to teach a mix of classes up to Year 11.

Teaching at Thomas's College is a remarkable opportunity to help build a new type of school: one that values a diversity of excellence and talent, and one that prioritises choice and flexibility over the curriculum. Teaching roles are built on three qualities above all: genuine subject passion, enthusiasm, and interest in and care for students.

Alongside this teaching at the College requires a delight in innovation, personal learning and development. Teachers will thrive on the intensity of the role while also being mindful of balance and their own wellbeing. They will love involvement in all areas of school life and the chance to work with, and help students learn, as individuals.

Essential Skills:

Evidence of subject and teaching expertise via good degree and teaching qualifications or equivalent Track record as a developing writer, including publications, writers' programmes, etc Evidence of interest in training and personal development Evidence of track record or potential as an excellent and innovative teacher capable of inspiring students Suitable for Early Career Teachers Outstanding verbal and written skills, with a high level of IT competence Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to manage deadlines and projects with solid organisation Ability to work collaboratively in teams and lead projects as required Ability to plan effectively and readiness to improvise where plans need to change

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will be divided between teaching classes in English language and literature as allocated by the Head of Department and work to support clubs and the wider life of the school as a writer. All teachers are involved in duties and the co-curricular life of the school and we would also like the Writer in Residence to be able to contribute to the department planning and assessment arrangements. We envisage the Writer in Residence primarily contributing in their specialist area, but there is the opportunity to get involved with other aspects of school life, support residential trips, etc.

Applications are invited from experienced, dynamic and enthusiastic candidates excited by the scope of this opportunity. For further details visit the Thomas's London Day Schools website: thomas-s.co.uk/join-our-team or email hrcollege@thomas-s.co.uk

To apply for this post please go to thomas-s.co.uk/join-our-team and click apply by

noon on Tuesday, 20th May 2025

. Should you wish to send a covering letter or supporting statement following your application, please forward it to hrcollege@thomas-s.co.uk .

Interviews will take place on

Friday the 23rd of May 2025

at Thomas's Putney Vale. Please note that referees will be contacted prior to the interview.

The role will be subject to the successful completion of the required employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference. Full details of all checks that will be carried out are detailed in our recruitment policy.

Thomas's London Day Schools are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and work in accordance with our child protection policies and procedures. All posts are subject to screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the DBS service. The school will undertake online searches on shortlisted applicants and may require applicants to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts. For details of the checks which will be undertaken as part of our recruitment process, please see our Safer Recruitment Policy which can be found here www.thomas-s.co.uk/policies/ under the 'Thomas's Policy' tab.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

As an equal opportunities employer, Thomas's is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. Thomas's aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workspace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Group.

For details of the checks which will be undertaken as part of our recruitment process Thomas's London Day School's Recruitment Policy is applicable and can be found here www.thomas-s.co.uk/policies/ under the 'Thomas's Policy' tab.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Schedule:

No weekends
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025