Head of School
LOCATION: Lincoln
SALARY: £ 43,000 - 48,000
COMMENCEMENT: ASAP
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to help us build upon the Castles vision. The ideal education professional will be a high-calibre education leader with a proven history track record at as previous Head of School (or as an effective Deputy Head with the ambition to step up to new responsibilities). The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their previous effectiveness in such a role, be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to achieve excellence in teaching standards and must be able to inspire both pupils and team members through their passion for this challenging sector.
You will have the opportunity to join the management team of a high quality specialist education provision where you can have a more profound impact on the outcomes of our young learners with social, emotional and learning difficulties. You will have a passion for teaching and educational standards and in ensuring we deliver consistency in approach for everyone in our care. You will be supported by our growing team of qualified teachers, experienced behaviour mentors and administrative staff which means you can focus on helping deliver the highest professional standards and outcomes.
Castles Futures Independent Schools are modern, vibrant facilities with excellent equipment and can host up to 60 students per centre at one time. Class sizes are kept small which ensures a high-quality approach to teaching and learning. Our centres are supported by external facilities providing vocational experience allowing class sizes to remain optimum and ensuring a high quality approach to teaching and a varied and exciting curriculum.
Our Lincoln School is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and you will be expected to help build on our existing achievements with a view to demonstrating continuous improvement in all measurable progress areas and teaching standards.
Our ideal applicant will be a highly skilled Head Teacher / Senior Leader preferably from a background of Mathematics, English or Science (holding QTS/QTLS) as a core subject, who has a proven track record of engaging teachers in a challenging environment. You will have a passion for education and strive to achieve the best outcomes for your students.
You will be looking to grow your management experience by joining a young and rapidly expanding Independent School group.
To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria:
- Holder of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) in a relevant subject.
- Hold a current or recent Headship, Deputy or appropriate senior leadership position.
- A proven track record in managing, supporting and leading teaching and learning in a difficult educational sector.
- OR be an outstanding mainstream teacher looking to move into a senior leadership role.
- Have a deeper understanding of school management needs, data tracking and outcome measurement.
- An open mind in alternative education.
- The ability to liaise with external agencies.
- The desire to access a managerial position and grow your leadership skills.
- A demonstrable passion for teaching quality and consistency of standards.
- Patience and a good sense of humour
- A non-judgemental approach to young people
- A current, enhanced, updated DBS check (or be willing to undertake one)
- Be willing to undergo a thorough vetting and recruitment process
For more details please download our complete Job Description HERE.
For our application form please download HERE.
Apply now by sending your up to date CV, Summary of experience and references by e mail to : jobs@castleseducation.co.uk
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