I'm a HOD in a school which I mostly enjoy working in, kids are OK, fairly flexible with allowing me to go home to pick up my children etc if not teaching last thing, which is a huge benefit, mostly supportive but then lots of niggles like kids motivation is low, the subject is creative and is being dumbed down with non specialists teaching in ks3, I can't just teach my subject but have to teach other things I'm not qualified for, commute is 45 mins but can be nearly 2vhrs, they are planning to go to an odd term dates system which would mean barely seeing my children from xmas to july.. not much backup with behaviour etc..
I've seen a job. It's 5mins from my childcare, total 20 min commute. Girls school, well respected, seem to value subject. Same role but slightly better pay.
I just dont know if I should have a go at applying. I've been in my job 10 years, have considered looking around but not seriously, I'm probably low on confidence to be honest. I have always said I just want to be able to run a department and teach my subject. If I don't look for something new I think I will have to think about what I do, as I'm getting to be complacent and not enjoying my current role. I'd considered going 4 days a week as I could then eventually spend more time on my subject but not sure that's the answer either.
I just can't make up my mind to apply or not! Not sure if it's going to be detrimental to my current position as the head can be a bit petulant..if he likes you you're alright, if not watch out!
Anyone got any thoughts as I just don't know!
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Youcantscaremeihavechildren · 24/02/2017 22:46
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