Sir John Lawes is an innovative and highly successful school (rated Ofsted Outstanding), and is now seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Media to teach across the age and ability ranges.

You will lead a highly successful team that consistently achieves some of the best GCSE, A level and BTEC results in the country, twice winning ‘The Good Schools Guide’ award for A level achievement.

To be successful, you will need to have a clear vision for the faculty and the strategic leadership skills to take it to the next stage. You will be an outstanding practitioner with the drive to further improve standards of achievement and inspire others. Our facilities, including a film studio and suite of Mac computers, are impressive, so it is essential for you to have excellent production skills.

Sir John Lawes recognises that our staff are key to our success, and as lead school in the Alban Teaching School Alliance, we offer supportive professional development programmes, giving the opportunity for talented staff to develop and excel.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead a flagship department and make a real difference to the young people at our school.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, further details and an application pack are available from Julia Twine, HR, by email: jtwine@sjl.herts.sch.uk or by telephone: 01582 760043 ext 271.
Closing date: Midday on Friday, 17th April 2015.
Interview date: w/c Monday, 20th April 2015.

Sir John Lawes School is an equal opportunities employer. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Sir John Lawes School
Manland Way, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 4QP
www.sjl.herts.sch.uk