Deputy Head at Maidwell Hall
Uppingham School
Maidwell, Northampton NN6 9JG
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2023
- Apply by:
- 1 December 2022
Job overview
This position is based at Maidwell Hall Preparatory School (Northamptonshire) which merged with Uppingham School (Rutland) in September 2022, and Maidwell is now part of the Uppingham Group of Schools.
Maidwell Hall has the highest ambitions to be the School of first choice in its sector and aspires to provide the very best pastoral care. We are now seeking a Deputy Head who can play a key role ensuring that we lead the way in Pre-Prep and Prep School education and provide the highest standard of pastoral care to our pupils.
As Deputy Head, you will take responsibility for the effective operation of our pastoral systems to ensure the very best pastoral care provision. You will lead the Head of Boarding, Matrons, Nurses and pastoral staff and be responsible for engendering a culture and operational framework in which pupils are happy, safe and confident. A key requirement of the role will be the development and quality assurance of the School’s pastoral system in accordance with the School’s strategic aims and ensuring compliance with best practice in boarding and day education.
Leading by example, you will train and develop the pastoral practice of all staff through targeted CPD and robust performance appraisal in order to achieve our aim to develop a top-class pastoral environment which meets the welfare needs of pupils and exceeds the expectations of the market.
We are looking for an outstanding teacher, a visionary leader, and an experienced professional who will not settle for anything less than excellence. The appointee will be a strong, dynamic and inspirational person who is not afraid to take risks and think creatively. A track record of first-rate teaching, whole school pastoral experience, and experience of enriching extra-curricular programmes is equally important. Subject specialism is not a consideration.
In return, Maidwell Hall offers an extensive range of benefits, including a school fee discount scheme for children of staff, Westfield Healthcare, and discounts in thousands of retail outlets, restaurants and cinemas. Family-sized accommodation is provided and assistance with reasonable removal expenses will be provided.
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Closing date: Thursday 1st December 2022 at 9am.
Interviews: Tuesday 6th December 2022.
Maidwell Hall, as part of the Uppingham Group of Schools, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.
At Maidwell Hall, we value a truly inclusive, fair and equal work environment for all. Opportunities to work at Maidwell Hall are open to all, at all levels. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage and welcome application from candidates who have black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds.
About Uppingham School
Uppingham School is a mixed, Church of England independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding, located in Leicestershire. The secondary school, situated in Uppingham has approximately 791 students on record.
Uppingham School was founded in 1584, originally as a school for boys. In 1975 girls were admitted, and it became fully co-educational as of 2001. The majority of students attending the secondary school are boarders.
Headmaster
Dr Richard J Maloney
Values and vision
Uppingham School wants to provide students with a varied and stimulating curriculum, while nurturing them to become happy, responsible and respectful members of the community. The Leicestershire secondary school focuses on developing individual talents and nurtures students to achieve to the highest of their ability to reach their full potential. Extra-curricular activities are encouraged for pupils to gain experience outside of the classroom across sport, theatre and the arts. The school’s main vision is for all students to feel a sense of belonging.
Independent School Inspectorate
“Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards work and study. They have good literacy skills at all ages and articulate ideas and opinions fluently. Work is generally presented neatly and pupils’ note-taking is effective. They develop good numeracy skills and their capacity to think critically is notable. Creative abilities are well developed and their exploration of ideas is particularly marked in their enrichment activities. Pupils’ study habits are good. In the lessons observed, pupils worked very well with each other, and also worked well independently. They enjoy their work and this stems in part from the good-natured atmosphere in lessons. Pupils use information and communications technology (ICT) proficiently.”
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