Head

CONTEXT OF APPOINTMENT

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our newly appointed Headmaster Mr Stuart Morgan-Nash, who joined the school in August 2018, is sadly no longer able to continue his Headship. He has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.  Despite his short tenure, Mr Morgan-Nash made a significant impact on the whole school community. Leehurst Swan is now positioned for the realisation of his vision – a school with a mission to encourage every pupil to find their voice.

The Governors seek to appoint a charismatic and strategic leader who has exceptional interpersonal skills and who will continue to develop this aspirational school. The new Head will command respect from parents, pupils and staff and must be a person of vision, warmth and charm. It is important that the new Head works with the staff team and has a collaborative and collegiate leadership style. One of the key priorities is to maintain the essential balance between the pursuit of academic excellence and the provision of the breadth of educational opportunity. The new Head must be sympathetic to this objective and be able to lead, challenge and inspire both staff and pupils, in line with the School’s mission statement. 

THE SCHOOL

Leehurst Swan is the only independent, co-educational day school in the city of Salisbury offering an all through education from Reception to 16 years. Currently with over 230 pupils on roll aged 4 to 16, it has Excellent ISI and Outstanding Ofsted inspection ratings, and is a member of IAPS.

MISSION STATEMENT

At Leehurst Swan, our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. The Leehurst Swan education is designed to celebrate the individual – everything we do is carefully sculpted to create a community of learners in small classes who are supported in pursuit of individual passions and talents. Our mission is to encourage every pupil to find their voice.

The Leehurst Swan education is one based on Christian values, high academic standards, breadth of curriculum and exceptional pastoral care. We have been educating children on this site for over 100 years and our academic record is very strong. However, we also firmly believe learning should be imaginative and fun, and we place learning and laughter at the heart of all that we do. We are a small school, which allows us to provide individual attention, exciting opportunities and creative activities for all our pupils whilst equipping them to meet the challenges of the present and future.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

· Competitive salary package

· Teachers’ Pension Scheme

· School fees remission 

· Funding for professional development

· Attractive working pattern - full time term time (36 weeks) plus 20 days during school holiday period.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND IMPORTANT DATES

Applicants should download and complete the following documents:

· The School’s Application Form;

· Write a covering letter highlighting any strengths and reasons for applying for the post;

· Submit a current copy of their curriculum vitae.

Applications should be sent to the HR Manager in hard copy and be emailed to patohm@leehurstswan.org.uk 

Applicants must be willing to undertake a full enhanced DBS check, complete a health declaration form and be willing to undertake screening for child protection reasons.

If you would like further details about the school, or you would like to have a look around the school, please contact Miss Helen Taylor, HR Manager - 01722 820945

Potential Interview Schedule:

First round of interviews: Monday 10th December 2018 

Second round of interviews: Monday 17th December 2018

Application closing date: Monday 3rd December 2018 - midday

The post is to commence in September 2019.

Applicants should consult further details and download the application form from the school website: www.leehurstswan.org.uk

Leehurst Swan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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