Head of School
Ratton School
East Sussex
- Expired
- Salary:
- L24-28 (£70,370 - £77,613)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 7 December 2018
Job overview
Ratton School is part of a small, developing, multi-academy trust (MAT) based in Eastbourne. South Downs Learning Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of Ratton School and Ocklynge Junior School.
As Head of School at Ratton, you will have the freedom to lead the school on a day-to-day basis and work closely with the Executive Headteacher who leads the MAT. This is also an opportunity to gain experience in a rapidly developing organisation.
Ratton is an oversubscribed, inclusive 11—16 secondary, rated a strong Good by OFSTED in June 2017 and we are working hard to provide an outstanding learning experience for all our students.
We are proud of our schools and the work that the trust is doing but we recognise that we cannot afford to be complacent, so we are looking for the Head of School at Ratton to build on our many achievements to date.
We can offer you:
- A dedicated hardworking team of staff and enthusiastic, friendly and talented students.
- An experienced and skilled leadership team.
- A healthy and well-managed budget.
- Supportive Trustees and Governors.
- The opportunity to develop further as an effective leader and take on a high profile role in a developing multi-academy trust.
You will need to be an experienced senior leader who:
- Provides a safe environment for students to thrive.
- Has a proven track record of achieving high standards for students.
- Motivates and inspires students, staff and parents.
- Achieves challenging targets, high standards of behaviour, progress and attainment across and beyond the school.
- Commits to working collaboratively with colleagues, students and the community.
We encourage you to visit us. To book a school tour and request an application pack, please contact Lorraine Barrow, Executive Assistant, on lbarrow@ratton.co.uk or 01323 514314.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please telephone Huxley Knox-Macaulay, Executive Headteacher, on 01323 514314.
School tours: Monday 26th November and Wednesday 28th December 9.30am-11.00am
Closing date: Friday 7th December at midday
Shortlisting: Wednesday 12th December
Interviews: Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th December
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.
Attached documents
About Ratton School
- Ratton School
- Park Avenue, Eastbourne
- East Sussex
- BN21 2XR
- United Kingdom
Executive Headteacher
Paul Murphy
Headteacher
Gavin Peevers
History and Vision
Ratton School transitioned into a converter academy in August 2012 and later merged with Ocklynge Junior School in December 2017 to establish the South Downs Learning Trust. The primary objective of our trust is to deliver an outstanding educational experience while preserving the individual identity of each school, fostering collaboration to enhance the learning environment for all learners.
Our aim is to develop a sustainable and exciting educational experience that places our learners at the centre of all that we do.
Location
Nestled in picturesque Eastbourne, known as The Sunshine Coast, Ratton School benefits from a beautiful setting surrounded by the South Downs and breathtaking countryside. Convenient transport links, including easy access to major roads and efficient train connections, make it easily accessible from London and other parts of the country.
Ofsted
In June 2022, Ofsted evaluated Ratton School as a "good" institution, affirming our commitment to providing a high-quality education that challenges and supports every learner, regardless of their background or abilities.
Benefits for Staff
Our school prides itself on providing an array of benefits for our staff, including comprehensive induction programmes, career development opportunities, mentoring by experienced leaders, access to various schemes like Bike 2 Work, an employee assistance programme, complimentary breakfast, and subsidised healthcare membership.
Commitment to Students and Community
Everything we do is centred on developing our young people to become confident, creative and caring students who achieve excellence in everything they do. Be it academically, or socially, our aim is to enable our students to grow and flourish and achieve all their potential. This means educating the whole child and giving them the skills to take the next steps on their journey when they leave us to attend further education or training, and then into the right career.
Safeguarding Notice
The South Downs Learning Trust and all our academies take notice of and adhere to all the national and local policies and guidance in regard to Safeguarding Children and Young People. We are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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