Teacher of Classics

Teacher of Classics Permanent; Full time Commencing: September 2026 or January 2027 Closing date: 19 May 2026 at 12 noon An opportunity has arisen to join Haileybury’s outstanding Classics department. In the classical languages, we aim both to improve fluency in reading the language (as a language, rather than just a code) and accuracy of translation. As such, we use the comprehensible input approach, employing extensive reading of comprehensible and compelling texts, with sheltered and flooded vocabulary. Haileybury leads the country in innovative pedagogy with department members speaking about the approach at the University of Cambridge and internationally. Candidates who are without experience of the comprehensible input approach but who are willing to adapt their practice to this method are very much encouraged to apply. Classics is taught at the heart of the school in bright, recently-refurbished and well-appointed classrooms in a historic building. The department consists of six full-time teachers who work collaboratively and are passionate about developing their practice. The successful applicant will be educated to a degree level within a relevant subject. Applications are welcomed both from experienced and early career teachers. Experience of teaching any of IB, A Level or GCSE is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will also have an interest in fostering lifelong learning in our pupils and the ability to stretch pupils beyond the curriculum. Please see the candidate brief for more information. About Haileybury Haileybury is a leading co-educational independent boarding and day school in Hertfordshire with over 900 pupils, aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1862, Haileybury is a school that values its history and traditions, but which is innovative and progressive. Haileybury has an exceptional reputation in the UK and internationally, and is pleased to share an excellent outcome from its most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate visit i