Appointment of a Head
Repton School
Derby
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 20 May 2018
Job overview
Repton School
Appointment of a Head
As one of the UK’s pre-eminent co-educational boarding and day schools, Repton provides an exceptional, broad-based education for pupils aged 13 to 18. With a rich tradition of over 450 years of scholarship, Repton blends heritage with the pursuit of excellence in a 21st century context, offering world-class facilities as well as high-quality teaching and pastoral care.
The Governing Body is now seeking an outstanding leader to build on the existing strong platform of success and guide Repton through a new and ambitious phase in its evolution. With its heritage, brand, strong financial position, thriving preparatory school and growing family of international schools, Repton has many strengths. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly strategic leader to shape the future of one of the country’s great independent schools, positioning Repton at the forefront of educational excellence for 2019 and beyond.
Visionary and charismatic, the successful candidate will possess the leadership abilities to inspire an experienced senior management team and talented staff, and the gravitas to command the respect of parents and pupils alike. A substantial track record of successful senior management experience is essential, as are strong intellectual abilities, a deep understanding of boarding and a strong grasp of the business dimension of modern headship. Candidates must demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Repton ethos.
To download the appointment details for this role, including information on how to apply, please visit https://candidates.perrettlaver.com quoting reference 3593.
The closing date for applications is 0830hrs BST on Monday 21st May 2018.
Repton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
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About Repton School
Repton School is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school for 13- to 18-year-olds. Situated in Repton, Derbyshire, the school hosts around 620 pupils. Former students have included Roald Dahl and Jeremy Clarkson.
The school was founded in 1557 and has grown considerably since; it now boasts a science priory, which was built in 2013, plus multi-purpose laboratories and a 3D lecture theatre. The music school has been redeveloped and the school theatre has been redesigned to include tier seating.
Repton was previously a 12th-century priory and the remaining part of the priory is known as Prior Overton’s Tower, which has been incorporated into a 19th-century building in honour of the school's historical beginnings. For pupils who stay on campus, there are 10 houses – six for boys and four for girls.
Headmaster
Mark Semmence
Values and vision
Repton School aims to teach its students to strive for excellence in everything they do, be it in sport, creativity or academic subjects. The school seeks to help students progress academically and encourage them to take part in the community as they grown and learn.
The school specialises in core subjects such as maths and science, but also encourages students to do a variety of extracurricular activities, from the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and community service programmes to ceramics and photography. With modern facilities and excellent teachers on hand to help, students consistently exceed the national average in results.
ISI
"Pupils display excellent attitudes to study. They co-operate easily with each other and their teachers, and have a purposeful approach to learning. They benefit from the many opportunities afforded by the curriculum and the wide range of activities available. They respond positively to the high quality teaching, which enables them to make excellent progress as they move through the school."
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