Head of Sixth Form
St Peter's 13-18
York
- Expired
- Salary:
- Comptetive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2025
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2024
Job overview
St Peter’s School, founded in AD 627, is one of the oldest schools in the world. It occupies a 47-acre campus on the banks of the River Ouse and lies within a short walk of the centre of the historic city of York.
Responsible to the Head Master and under the oversight of the Senior Deputy Head, the Head of Sixth Form coordinates and provides leadership on all aspects of the Sixth Form at St Peter’s, providing excellent communication externally. The Head of Sixth Form takes the lead in developing all aspects of the Sixth Form experience, keeping abreast of developments in education and society to ensure the highest level of experience for pupils at St Peter’s.
They work closely with the Head Master, Senior Deputy Head, other members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Director of Admissions, Marketing and Communications. As a member of the SLT they play an active role in the leadership and development of St Peter’s 13-18 and St Peter’s as a whole school. Excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, a sense of curiosity and a real enjoyment of working collaboratively with colleagues, pupils and parents will be a key asset.
We are a thriving and vibrant community and the post holder must expect involvement in the full life of our school, including during evenings and at weekends. We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
The closing date for applications is Monday 3rd June 2024 at 10.00am. Longlist interviews will take place online over Friday 7th and 8th June with final round interviews at St Peter’s on Monday 17th June.
There will be the opportunity for short-listed candidates to visit St Peter’s in the week commencing Monday 10th June.
Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the post early should suitable numbers of applications be received.
St Peter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity Number: 1141329
About St Peter's 13-18
St Peter’s School, for children aged 13 to 18 years, is underpinned by academic rigour and challenge. Through outstanding teaching, first rate facilities, high expectations and sheer determination on the part of its pupils, St Peter’s achieves considerable success across a broad curriculum.
The four vibrant and successful boarding houses for boys and girls lend vitality to the pastoral life of the School. Inspiration from living in close proximity to a cultured and historic city adds further richness to the pupils’ lives. The Ofsted inspection of Boarding in December 2010 found the School’s provision to be Outstanding.
The School Chapel stands at the centre of the campus and regular services (three mornings a week) give pupils and staff the opportunity to reflect together on the spiritual values of the community and on the meaning and significance of what is happening locally, nationally and globally.
Music, Art and Drama are central to the cultural and academic depth of the School. The Sports programme is extensive, providing a wide range of choice for both girls and boys. Results are excellent, and St Peter’s pupils’ co-curricular achievements are considerable. The excellence of the teaching and facilities allows pupils to thrive.
The school’s website can be visited at www.stpetersyork.org.uk. The most recent inspection report is available on the ISI website.
St Peter's School, York, offers outstanding education for children aged 2-18. Visit the School website to find out more about St Peter's 2-8 and St Peter's 8-13.
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