Risedale School

Risedale School is a coeducational community secondary school welcoming pupils aged 11 to 16. It enjoys an enviable and growing reputation in its local community. Links with the Armed Forces are strong. The school has one of the largest proportions of service children of any secondary school in the UK and this military connection is an essential part of the school’s distinctive character.

RISEDALE SCHOOL: We are 'The Risedale Family' and together we are 'A family of learners'.

OUR VISION: Our aspiration is that every pupil and staff member is supported to be the BEST version of themselves.

Members of our Risedale family will feel a strong sense of belonging and accomplishment as a direct result of attending our school. They will accumulate knowledge, cultural capital and social skills, such as empathy and kindness, enabling them to thrive in society and enjoy healthy RELATIONSHIPS. All our pupils will make good progress from their starting points.

At whatever stage of their education Risedale pupils leave us, they will be well-equipped to take the next steps on their journey to becoming a RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL and RESILIENT citizen who can embrace change and learn from mistakes.

OUR VALUES: What makes the BEST version of us?

• ResponsiBility
• RespEct
• ReSilience
• RelaTionships

Why work at Risedale?

There's something special about working at Risedale School. Our staff and pupils strive to be the very best they can be and work hard to support one another in their endeavours. There's a sense of pride that comes from working and studying at Risedale as we always try to make the most of ourselves as a school and as individuals.

Our staff genuinely care about our pupils and work hard to strengthen close relationships with our parents, whose support is invaluable. Risedale is an integral part of Catterick Garrison and beyond. We ensure that our links to other local stakeholders including schools, the military and civilian partners are always reinforced so that Risedale School truly is a central pillar of our community and an innovator for the success of our pupils. We believe that in preparing our pupils for life it is essential that their time at Risedale is a rounded and mindful experience. Pupils and staff work directly within the community providing a positive service and force for good; working in partnership with the Garrison Primary Schools, the military, Harewood Medical Practice, Tesco, the Fire Service, Catterick Leisure Centre, care homes as well as many local and national charities.

What can we offer you?

• The challenge of meaningful work – the opportunity to work in a unique school with a diverse community of pupils, many of who are from the military garrison, meeting their needs and nurturing aspiration
• Clear vision and strategic thinking lead to setting and achieving challenging goals. Working learning and achieving together
• CPD and career progression opportunities – a place to develop and share best practice so we can all succeed no matter where our future career paths may lead
• A supportive team – collaboration with partners from other schools, a place where friendships can be made and we all feel valued