Deputy Head of Care
Shapwick School
Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- £23,000-£26,000 depending on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 30 May 2019
Job overview
Winner of the ISA's prestigious Alternative Provider of the Year Award, Shapwick School is looking for an outstanding Deputy Head of Care . Our school offers a calm, inspiring environment in which young people can develop and fulfil their potential
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DATES: Closing date 31st May 2019 Job start September 2019
LOCATION: Somerset.
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends
CONTRACT TERM: Full Time, permanent contract – annual salary £23,000-£26,000 depending upon experience and qualification.
Shapwick School is seeking an excellent, well-qualified and highly motivated Deputy Head of Care to be part of leading and developing our pastoral provision across the residential boarding provision of students aged 8-19.
The successful candidate will have a passion for the care of young people and be able to support students in achieving their own pastoral potential
Shapwick School is a small specialist, independent school dedicated to breaking down barriers presented by dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia, so that young people achieve their potential. A commitment to whole school life in this busy international boarding school for students with specific learning difficulties is vital.
For further information about the School please visit our website: www.shapwickschool.com or to apply, please email: admin@shapwickschool.com
Shapwick School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Enhanced DBS check.
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About Shapwick School
- Shapwick School
- Shapwick Manor, Shapwick, Bridgwater
- Somerset
- TA7 9NJ
- United Kingdom
Shapwick School is situated on the delightful Somerset levels, near to the coast, the Mendips, Quantocks and Exmoor. As a CReSTeD category ‘SP’ School, Shapwick specialises in supporting boys and girls aged 8 to 18 years whose education has been adversely affected by dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia. We employ a team of specialist teachers, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists who deliver to small classes (average size is 8) and individuals.
As one of the first specialist schools for children with dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia the school is very proud of its staffs’ experience at understanding each child’s individual needs and helping them to grow into confident, skilled and happy adults ready to take the next stage in their life.
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