Director of Operations
Bedford Modern School
Bedford
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive package
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Spring 2018
- Apply by:
- 10 November 2017
Job overview
Bedford Modern School
Director of Operations
Required for Spring 2018
Bedford Modern School (BMS) is a thriving co-educational independent day school for 1,200 pupils aged 7-18. Part of the Harpur Trust, one of the UK’s largest charities, BMS blends a rich heritage with a 21st century educational experience. BMS combines academic excellence with a national reputation for the performing arts, a diverse and competitive sporting programme, and exceptional pastoral care.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Head and Chair of Governors to formulate and deliver the long-term strategy, building on the considerable strengths of this highly successful school.
The appointed candidate will be an exceptional leader and strategic thinker, with significant experience of multi-disciplinary management across a broad spectrum of functional areas. A proven track record of accomplishment in operational, project and financial management is essential, along with an ability to motivate and influence in a collaborative, team-based environment. Whilst previous experience within a school environment is not essential, candidates must be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the particular demands of working within the independent education sector.
Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 10 November
First round interviews: Monday 20 November
Final round interviews: Monday 27 November
Further details are available on the website: www.bedmod.co.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned to the Headmaster, Bedford Modern School, Manton Lane, Bedford, MK41 7NT or by email: head@bedmod.co.uk.
Bedford Modern School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Bedford Modern School
Bedford Modern School is an Independent Co-educational Day School. There are in excess of 1200 students in the School from age 7 to 18. The School is governed by the Harpur Trust.
Living and working in Bedford
Bedford is a lively, dynamic place to live and work. The town is a former market town, and enjoys some fine historic buildings dating back many centuries. However, the town is certainly not stuck in the past, with a vibrant university student population as well as numerous schools in the area giving the town a youthful feel. There are many idyllic villages outside of the town itself.
Bedford is only 40 minutes from London St Pancras by train, and benefits from a 24 hour train line both to and from London. The town is around 30 minutes’ drive from London Luton airport, and is also on the train line to London Gatwick south of London. Cambridge is one hour away by car and Milton Keynes is around 30 minutes, whilst Birmingham, Nottingham, Oxford and the Cotswolds are easy day trips.
Bedford offers very good value for money with property, and now would be a good time to invest in the area. House property prices in the UK rose quickest in the East of England last year, but there are still three bedroom houses available for under £250,000 – something rare for a town so close to London as mentioned. There are plans for a connecting train line to be re-established linking Cambridge to Oxford with Bedford the mid-way point, which will only surely increase the value of Bedford property in the coming years and increase the town’s connectivity to the south-east of England and London.
At Bedford Modern School there is a wide and varied curriculum that is responsive to the needs of students and parents. The facilities are excellent: a separate Junior School, dedicated Sixth Form building, faculties clustered throughout the School and extensive and impressive sports facilities.
The School offers a premium education appropriate to both boys and girls where the intellectual needs of each student are a priority. Individuals are assessed at entry and those with particular gifts or learning needs are identified and monitored. Students are encouraged to maximize their academic potential whilst optimizing their participation in the diverse and inclusive Co-curricular Programme. Pastoral care is integral to the success of the School and all staff are expected to contribute to this supportive culture.
The School enjoys a reputation both locally and regionally for excellence in the Performing Arts and Sport. It is a particularly friendly, happy and supportive school community.
Please visit our website: www.bedmod.co.uk for further information on the School.
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