Assistant Head Pastoral

Thank you for your interest in Taunton School and this role at Taunton School International (TSI).  The International School offers a unique structure which ensures a successful transition for international students into the British Education system, and allows us to offer a tailor made approach to learning.

The successful candidate will combine a proven track record of leadership experience with strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness.  Exceptional communication skills combined with being a visible leader and ambassador for the school are pivotal to this role.  In addition, you must be able to set high professional standards through outstanding leadership in all aspects of your work, ensuring that the students’ time at TSI is a high quality experience which offers every opportunity for their cultural, personal and social development both within TSI and as part of the wider school community.

We look forward to receiving your application.

How to Apply

For more information about working at Taunton School, and to view the detailed job description and person specification for this role, please visit tauntonschool.co.uk/about/job-vacancies/

To apply, please click on 'apply for job' on the job page.  We will need you to:

• Complete the Application form

• Upload a covering letter addressed to the Principal – Mr Adrian Hallworth – summarising your skills and experience and how you feel you meet the specific requirements of the role and would thrive in our environment

• Complete the Equal Opportunities monitoring form

If you have a disability and need any assistance with the application process please contact tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk

If you would like to have a conversation with the Principal of TSI, please email tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk and we can arrange this for you.

Equal Opportunities

Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer, accredited with the Investors in People Gold Standard, and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability or age.  Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The offer of employment will be subject to a number of pre-employment checks including ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references and a successful enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date

The closing date for receipt of applications is Midnight on 16th May 2021, 2021, however early applications are encouraged as they will be reviewed as received.

Longlist TEAMS Interviews will take place Wednesday 19th May

Shortlist interviews at the School on Friday 21st May.