Teacher of Economics and/or Business Management Required for September 2020

WWW.EPSOMCOLLEGE.ORG.UK Introduction

Epsom College is one of the UK’s leading independent co-educational schools, providing both boarding and day education for over 950 girls and boys aged 11-18.

The school’s increasing popularity grows out of a rich and distinguished tradition of academic excellence, complemented by a breadth of sporting and cultural opportunities.

The beautiful 85-acre College estate is home to a community of outstanding and inspirational teachers. Each works hard to continue the legacy of the founder of the College, Dr John Propert, by extending the horizons of pupils in a rapidly changing world while continuing to uphold the school’s founding values of benevolence and excellence.

As an HMC school, is proud of its rich history and confident in its future. Under the leadership of Headmaster Jay Piggot, ambitious plans to strengthen the school’s competitive UK position and international links – particularly, Epsom College in - continue to grow apace, thus maintaining and enhancing the College’s global reputation.

This is an exciting time to join Epsom and to contribute to the further development and success of the College. Working at Epsom is rewarding both personally and professionally; staff flourish in this boarding school community and significantly enhance their own professional development. The College welcomes teachers and pupils from all backgrounds and one thing unites them all – a passionate commitment to Epsom’s values and ethos.

2 A Unique History

Epsom College was founded in 1855 and granted royal Built in 1857, the Chapel of St Luke stands at the heart of the patronage by Her Majesty in the same year. College estate and is a physical reflection of the school’s Today it has Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as its patron. Christian heritage. Embracing diversity, the College community now includes pupils and staff of many different The College has a truly unique history. It began life as faiths and beliefs. The Royal Medical Benevolent College thanks to the work of founder Dr John Propert, who raised funds to build an Investment in the school’s infrastructure continued at a institution for qualified medical practitioners and their remarkable pace during the latter quarter of the 20th century spouses as well as a school for their sons. as buildings were upgraded, Houses changed and extended.

The Royal Medical Foundation, based at the College, The College has been co-educational for more than 40 years, continues to play an active part in school life. The charitable with girls first welcomed to the school in 1976. Since the foundation was built through generosity and a dedication to opening of the Lower School in September 2016, Years 7 and improving the lives of the individual and society, values which 8 number as many girls as boys, something of which we are remain at the heart of the College today. immensely proud.

The School now has more pupils than ever before and the number is rising.

3 Academic Life

A strong academic focus is at the heart of the College and is based on the principles of encouraging lifelong learning, independence and a culture of intellectual curiosity. Supported by well qualified and inspirational staff, pupils are challenged to question, to be reflective and to develop the life of the mind.

With its medical heritage, the College is renowned for its excellence in the sciences and this now extends to all areas of its broad academic curriculum.

The curriculum begins in the new Lower School with a varied and balanced range of subjects.

Alongside traditional subjects, pupils choose from four modern languages (including Mandarin) and follow innovative courses in Global Perspectives and STEM projects. All pupils entering the school at 11+ are issued with an iPad to transform their learning and organisation.

At 13+, pupils study a curriculum that includes three separate sciences, computing, music, art, drama and design technology. Pupils will work towards ten GCSE subjects and in many subjects IGCSEs have been introduced to provide a more rigorous preparation for A-level study.

In the Sixth Form, the curriculum has been fully updated to offer a greater choice of subject combinations, to meet the needs of specialists as well as generalists.

Most pupils follow a course of three subjects to A-level and will also choose an option from the core curriculum which contains subjects such as Global Perspectives, Extended Project, Core Mathematics and English. The curriculum has been designed to stretch pupils beyond the scope of traditional A-level specifications and to prepare them for university study and for life.

In the last few years, Epsom has consistently achieved high value-added scores at both GCSE and A-level. The vast majority of Sixth Form leavers move onto higher education with the majority earning places at leading Russell Group universities.

The College is strongly committed to the development of its teaching and learning, investing in exceptional academic facilities and learning resources, and in high quality professional development.

Epsom College prides itself on delivering an all-round education and learning experience, encouraging students to stretch themselves in an environment of high intellectual energy.

4 Pastoral Care Epsom prides itself on delivering the highest standards of pastoral care. The close-knit House system is crucial to day-to-day life at the College, forming a home away from home for all pupils.

Over 60 per cent of Epsom’s staff reside on, or very close to, the campus. Each Boarding House is home to a Housemaster or Housemistress and their family, complementing the relaxed and homely feel that typifies the school’s strong boarding ethos. Pastoral care is further strengthened by dedicated House Tutors, who closely monitor pupils’ academic progress and social development.

There are 13 Houses – four boarding and three day Houses for boys; and two boarding and four day Houses for girls. Each House is supported by a Matron and a full team of dedicated domestic staff, who are always on hand to care for the pupils’ welfare and practical needs. Senior House prefects serve as positive role models and mentors for the younger year groups and together they form one family whose strength lies in the emphasis it places on discipline, tolerance and understanding of others.

Communication between staff and parents is frequent and constructive. Staff are conscious of the commitment they have to parents and to providing a regular link between home and school. Keeping parents fully involved and informed on their child’s progress, and of significant developments in the wider College community is of paramount importance.

There is a healthy rivalry in the form of popular inter-House competitions. Houses compete against each other in a number of activities, including a variety of sports and the annual Choral Competition. Each House also arranges soirées and trips out, further contributing to a sense of belonging.

5 Co-curricular There is a plethora of co-curricular activities available to pupils, Music is a vital aspect of life at Epsom College and the College catering for all interests and talents. Orchestra, Big Band, Downs Singers, Chapel Choir, smaller ensembles and rock bands have all taken centre stage. The College has a proud reputation for producing highly The 70-strong Chapel Choir is one of the most high-profile pupil successful individuals and teams in a number of sports. All pupils, groups at the College and enjoys regular invitations to perform no matter their ability, have a comprehensive games programme evensong at Cathedrals throughout the country. with opportunities to play competitively at school and House level. More than 25 sports are played regularly at Epsom, the Drama is thriving, with a stage performance each term, as well main sports for boys being rugby, football, cricket, tennis and as frequent House plays and musicals, all involving a large cast athletics, while girls’ sports include hockey, netball, athletics, of pupils. tennis and rounders. The purpose-built Performing Arts Centre also provides The College’s Combined Cadet Force is one of the largest in the opportunities for theatre performance, dance and the increasingly UK and has Army, Navy, and RAF sections. Pupils over the age of popular silks and aerial skills. Art also flourishes at Epsom in the 14 are expected to join for at least two years when much time is spacious John Piper Art School. devoted to camping, expeditions and leadership training.

Older boys and girls have the opportunity to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, while many pupils also take part in some form of Community Service, highlighting the importance every member plays in the wider society.

6 Location and Facilities

The College’s magnificent red-brick Victorian buildings are All Houses are located on campus within walking distance set in an 85-acre estate on , a stone’s throw of the main school buildings. Most staff residences are also from Epsom Racecourse, home of the famous Derby. The on campus with others located within a ten-minute walk of College benefits from being inside the M25 yet only 30 the College. minutes by train to central . It is also ideally located for overseas students, being 30 minutes from Gatwick and There is an extensive range of outstanding facilities for 50 minutes from Heathrow. co-curricular activities, including all-weather floodlit pitches, an excellent sports hall complex, indoor cricket nets, Teaching is conducted in 50 well-equipped classrooms six squash courts, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, an grouped by Department, each with its own specialist resource indoor rifle range and a very well-equipped fitness centre. base and dedicated IT support facilities. Furthermore, within comfortable reach of the College grounds are provisions for golf at Walton Heath Golf Club, At the centre of the College community, and in the physical doubles squash at the Royal Automobile Club and heart of the school campus, stands the beautiful Chapel of cross-country running on the adjacent Epsom Downs. St Luke. Recent years have seen significant investment in the fabric The College Library offers access to over 25,000 books, of the school, including an upgraded Theatre/Concert Hall, newspapers and periodicals, a press cuttings service and a two new Drama Studios, two new Dance Studios and a major fully integrated online catalogue system. upgrade of House facilities.

Ongoing investment in modern facilities includes state of the art technology, to ensure that pupils and teachers always have the very best provisions available to succeed.

7 Benefits of working at Epsom College

• Epsom College has its own 19-point salary scale, above the ADDITIONAL BENEFITS national scale. In 2019/2020 the basic salary range will be • 66% discount on school day fees for children who satisfy from £30,400 to £58,400. In addition to this, the School Epsom’s admissions criteria. This sum is proportionally allocates further emoluments to those with additional reduced for part time members of staff. responsibilities, ranging from the running of a minor sport up to major responsibilities, such as Heading a Department • Membership of the School’s Sports Centre, with access to or House. In 2019/20, the maximum salary available to a squash courts, gym and swimming pool at agreed times. non-SLT member of the Common Room will be £71,100. • Lunch and other refreshments during the school day. • The School is fully committed to the induction and continued training of NQTs. At the discretion of the Headmaster, the • There are opportunities to participate in a number of College may agree to fund up to 50% of the cost of a training Common Room activities such as social events, sports teams etc. course for a member of staff where there is a clear, discernible benefit to the College. ACCOMMODATION • Whether NQT or not, all new staff are well supported when • The School maintains a wide range of high quality staff they arrive, with help and advice available not just from Heads accommodation and 60% of full time teachers live on site of Department, Housemasters/mistresses and Senior Staff but on a beautiful parkland estate occupying 85 acres of also from the Assistant Head Staff who has a specific responsibility countryside. for overseeing the induction process. • Epsom is surrounded by countryside yet is only 30 minutes from • The School offers excellent administrative support. The majority London by train. By car we are just 10 minutes from the M25, of departments have departmental offices creating a collegiate 30 minutes from Gatwick and 50 minutes from Heathrow. atmosphere within departments. There is an annual cycle of • If they are offered staff accommodation then a teacher may opt appraisal as well as myriad opportunities to reflect on professional to use the College’s in-house laundry or have their property practice and development opportunities. cleaned at a subsidised rate.

• The School is committed to high quality ICT facilities with multiple bookable IT suites. The Director of IT and Transformation, in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team, is responsible for developing the College’s vision and strategy for ICT across the whole curriculum.

• The School commits to a generous INSET budget every year and encourages all members of the Common Room to subscribe to external CPD courses. In addition to this, the School offers INSET days itself, delivering a range of further training, from highly practical First Aid qualifications to seminars on aspects of teaching and learning. High quality training is provided throughout the year through twilight INSET from external trainers.

• The School is highly stable, currently enjoying notable demand for places and is backed by strong financial planning that enables all departments to be very well resourced.

8 Teacher of Economics and/or Business Management REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2020

OVERVIEW OF EPSOM COLLEGE regularly both individually and as a group, liaising between Epsom College is on an exciting trajectory with academic teachers and parents, taking supervision duties in the House performance notably advancing in recent years, the Senior and being involved generally in the House community. Tutors Leadership Team shortlisted in the Outstanding SLT category of are expected to support individual pupils and groups of pupils the 2019 TES Awards, recognised as runner-up as Best School for through attendance of such events as recitals, concerts, plays All-Rounders (2017), Best School for Co-Curricular Activities and major extracurricular events. (2018) and Best School for CCF (2019) in The Week Independent School DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION Guide. A sister school recently opened in Malaysia, a Lower School opened in September 2016 and a plethora of dynamic new Heads of Economics is a markedly successful and popular subject at Epsom. Departments and senior teachers appointed since 2012 under the It is only offered at A-level in the Sixth Form. There are currently Headship of Jay Piggot. 60 students in four sets studying the Edexcel Economics A specification in the Upper Sixth and 59 students across five sets in the The ISI Inspection report in February 2019 adjudged the College to Lower Sixth. In recent years, results have been strong with well over be excellent in all areas with no recommendations for improvement. 60% of all candidates gaining an A* or A grade and approximately The report observed that pupils ‘demonstrate commitment to 90% achieving the A*-B standard; value added results are very high. excellence in all areas of learning; do not settle for mediocrity and express confidence in the culture of the school that inspires them to In addition, the Department has 31 students studying A-level be the best they can be.’ Similarly, the recent 2019 ‘Good Schools Business in the Upper Sixth and 37 in the Lower Sixth; both Guide’ concludes ‘You feel you are part of a school that’s really going cohorts follow the Edexcel linear specification and are divided places. Led with real vision, this school offers an exciting learning into three teaching sets. The Department has the largest number environment within an extensive, top-notch campus and the students of Sixth Form students within the College. are among the most inquisitive and delightful we’ve come across.’ The Department also supports Oxbridge applications each year, The College offers an outstanding all-round education built, in part, with two candidates receiving offers to read Economics at the upon an appreciation that activity beyond the classroom enhances University of Cambridge in the last academic year. There is an our pupils and their relations with staff, and that passion and Economics and Business Society and an Investment Club that commitment can transform pupils and prepare them for the richest manages a genuine portfolio of shares competitively against other possible lives as adults. schools. Young Enterprise is offered as an option within our Core Curriculum, and students across both year groups can opt to study Life is a very full and rewarding one in a boarding school and the the CISI’s Introduction to Investment course at both Level 2 and 3. successful applicant will have every encouragement to contribute to this through the co-curricular programme (sport, music, drama, Seven teachers provide the full complement of staff within the societies etc.). This is a very strong aspect of Epsom’s education. Economics and Business Department. The success of the Pastoral care is a whole school responsibility and all teachers are Department is built upon the collective strengths of forward- Tutors within the House structure of the College. As tutors, teachers thinking and collaborative professionals who have a real passion are allocated to a Boarding or Day House and are responsible for for teaching and learning. monitoring and enhancing the academic and pastoral welfare of a group of pupils within that House. This involves meeting the pupils DEPARTMENTAL PRINCIPLES AND AIMS • To ensure high quality teaching and learning that motivates and enthuses students, generates academic confidence, and develops independent thought; • To provide a wide range of co-curricular opportunities for students including, but not limited to, the CISI qualification, Investment Club and the Young Enterprise Scheme; • To cater for the academic needs and interests of individual students by developing their competence in a wide range of core academic skills such as logical thought, effective communication and quantitative techniques; • To produce consistently strong public examination results in both disciplines, above average expectations derived from prior academic attainment. 9 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE DEPARTMENT • Consolidate and extend learning, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own learning; • A proud record of exceptional A-level results, including record Economics results in 2018/19 (78% A*/A) and • Set high expectations for all pupils to deepen their knowledge outstanding value added; and understanding and to maximise their achievement; • The teaching team is committed to exploring new ways • Use positive management of behaviour in an environment of delivering the subject material, working efficiently and of mutual respect that allows pupils to feel safe and secure sharing resources; and promotes their self-esteem; • High quality accommodation, including modern spacious • Make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the classrooms and a computer lab; Department, including setting and marking examinations, writing Schemes of Work, attending departmental meetings, • The teaching team contains a considerable breadth of and undertaking administrative and other tasks as delegated experience from both within and outside of the profession. by the Head of Department; • Play an active role in the co-curricular life of the Department, MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES including contributing to support sessions, extension The successful applicant for this post will be expected to: programmes, competitions, trips, open days, prep school events, and so on; • Teach a standard timetable allocation (currently 21 lessons of 50 minutes over a six-day timetable); • Contribute to the school wide co-curricular programme as requested by the Assistant Head: Total Curriculum. This may • Contribute to the successful teaching of the subject in include coaching sport at the appropriate level or delivering Years 12 to 13, adapting and reassessing lesson plans to meet activity programmes over the six day working week; specific student needs, liaising with the Academic Support Department as necessary; • Work as a tutor in either the Lower School, or in a day or boarding house as requested by the Second Master; • Be responsible for the processes of assessment, recording and reporting for the pupils in their charge; • Adhere to, and promote, all College policies and procedures; • Assess pupils’ work frequently in line with Departmental • Undertake any other reasonable task as directed by the and school policy and use the results to inform future planning, Headmaster, Deputy Head Academic or Head of Department. teaching and curricular development; The College reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and • Be familiar with school assessment and reporting responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs procedures and prepare and present informative, helpful of the College’s business. and accurate reports to parents both in writing and at parent consultation evenings; Epsom College is committed to safeguarding and • Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department promoting the welfare of children and young people and wider College through sharing resources and good practice, and expects all staff to share this commitment. lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development;

10 CRITERIA FOR THE APPOINTMENT In order to arrive at a decision, the selection panel may enhance any or all of the desirable criteria. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA • Possess an excellent degree in Economics, Business The College has its own salary scale, and offers a generous fee or related subject; remission for the sons and daughters of staff and accommodation may be available. • Demonstrate the ability to teach A-level Economics and/or Business Management; The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of references, • Demonstrate an innovative and imaginative approach to proof of relevant qualifications, Teaching Regulation Agency and teaching and learning, showing the capability to deliver other relevant checks for teaching positions in the UK, any teaching inspirational and informative lessons to a variety of age restrictions imposed within the European Economic Area, Enhanced ranges and abilities; Disclosure and Barring check, overseas check, if appropriate, and • Display a willingness to be involved in all aspects of pre-placement medical assessment that are all satisfactory to Epsom departmental development, be a dedicated team-player College. Proof of entitlement to work within the who strives for excellence and leads by example; will be required. • Be able to demonstrate a positive and authoritative rapport All employees are required to ensure that all duties and with all pupils, showing excellent and effective classroom responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the College’s management skills; Health and Safety Policy. They should take reasonable care for their • Show excellent communication skills to enable effective own Health and Safety and that of others who may be affected by dialogue with pupils, parents, staff and visitors; what they do or do not do. Staff should correctly use work items • Be organised and self-motivated, with a proven record for provided by the College, including personal protective equipment in meeting targets and deadlines; accordance with training and instruction. • Have a sharp and progressive vision of the subject and of Anyone wishing to discuss these details further may contact teaching and learning in a successful and dynamic school; Mr Gordon Watson, Head of Economics and Business Management, • Display an ability to perform well and remain professional by e-mail: [email protected]. whilst under pressure, be tactful and discreet, whilst Candidates are asked to complete an online mindful of observing Safeguarding and professional standards; Application Form available from our website • Be committed to boarding school life and willing to engage www.epsomcollege.org.uk along with a letter of in a range of co-curricular activities; application and submit these as soon as possible. • Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal continuous Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and professional development; interviews may occur at any stage after applications are • Display a smart and professional appearance, representing received. We therefore invite interested candidates to the College in a positive manner. apply as soon as possible. Please contact Morven McDonald, Assistant to the Headmaster’s DESIRABLE CRITERIA PA, with any queries regarding the application process: Tel: 01372 • Provide evidence of an impressive track record of 821001; Email: [email protected]. A-level results. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday, 24th February 2020.

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