Head of STEM

As Benenden School continues to develop its reputation as a centre of excellence in Science and Technology, we are launching an exciting new position. The successful candidate will play an important part in developing the provision of innovative STEM based activities both inside and outside of lessons to further develop students’ interests and skills across science in its broadest form. 

We are seeking applications from dynamic, imaginative and highly skilled teachers of one or more of the following disciplines: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, technology, computing. This is a significant role within the School’s middle leadership team and an excellent opportunity for an ambitious teacher or Head of Department seeking an interesting promotion within an exceptionally beautiful and rewarding environment in which to work. 

Benenden offers its own generous pay structure, responsibility allowances and benefits. All staff joining the school are eligible to apply for on-site accommodation. 

Benenden is one of the leading boarding schools in Britain. We were founded in 1923 and are situated in 250 acres of attractive parkland in Kent. There are 541 girls in the school, aged 11-18, with approximately 180 of those in the Sixth Form. Benenden is at the forefront of girls’ education in the UK, with recent innovations including the Benenden Diploma, a bespoke curriculum for our youngest two year groups, and the Professional Skills Programme, teaching the Sixth Form skills for the workplace. We are an ambitious school, with recent developments including a state-of-the-art Science Centre and All-Weather Sports Pitch, and we are currently working to establish a new School Hall and Music School.

Meals are provided to staff whilst on duty. The School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool are available for staff to use. 

For further information, or to apply, please download the application pack from our website by clicking the apply button. 

Completed applications to Mrs J Card, Head of HR & Compliance, Benenden School, Cranbrook, Kent TN17 4AA (recruitment@benenden.kent.sch.uk) by 9:00am on 6 February 2018.

The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom he/she comes into contact. He/She must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. This appointment will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.