Head of Boarding
Kurpfalz Internat
Germany
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- July/August 2019 (or earlier if possible)
- Apply by:
- 31 March 2019
Job overview
The Kurpfalz Internat is looking to appoint a well-qualified, experienced Head of Boarding who relishes responsibility and the opportunity to demonstrate professional commitment, drive and a genuine enthusiasm for boarding education.
The Head of Boarding manages the day-to-day running of boarding life, the pastoral care of the pupils and the committed team of boarding tutors. The position also involves general leadership responsibilities, such as involvement in policy-making, admission of new pupils, attendance at functions, meetings and boarding staff appointments.
The successful candidate is likely to possess the following characteristics:
- A genuine enthusiasm for boarding
- Experience in a boarding post with significant responsibility
- Strong interpersonal and decision making skills
- Capable of formulating and expressing an independent view and of working loyally as part of a team
- Calmness and efficiency and the ability to work under pressure
- A friendly, professional approach capable of inspiring confidence in colleagues, pupils, existing parents and prospective parents
- Excellent communication skills in German (oral and written)
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Awareness of the nature of the School and its ethos
- Willingness to work hard with energy and enthusiasm
The Kurpfalz Internat was founded in 1961 to help pupils, who were not succeeding within the state system, to fulfil their potential. It is situated in the small but attractive town of Bammental, 12 kilometers from Heidelberg.
Having started with just 14 pupils, the Kurpfalz Internat now has a thriving boarding community who attend the Realschule and Gymnasium. All the buildings are set in beautiful grounds, giving over 150 boys and girls access to a wide range of academic, sporting and creative facilities.
For further information about the Kurpfalz Internat please visit www.kurpfalz-internat.de
HOW TO APPLY
Please contact Mario Lehmann at m.lehmann@kurpfalz-internat.de for further information.
The closing date for the application is 31st March 2019.
About Kurpfalz Internat
Kurpfalz Internat is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational, independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding in Germany, serving students from the age of 12-18. The secondary school is situated in Bammental and has approximately 170 students on record. It is run by the Kurpfalz-Internat gemeinnützige Betriebs GmbH.
Kurpfalz Internat was founded in 1961 as an all-boys boarding school. In 1979, girls joined. The school boasts small class sizes of eight students or less, allowing for all pupils to benefit from a personalised learning experience.
Management
Christine Bauer
Values and vision
Kurpfalz Internat wants all students to thrive during their time in education and offers small learning groups with dedicated teachers in a family-run community, allowing for all pupils to receive the care and attention needed for them to achieve to the highest of their capability. The secondary school teaches students to be effective problem solvers and independent learners, and works to boost their self-confidence with positive feedback and praise. The school's aim is to recognise and encourage the talents and strengths of the children, rather than dwelling on their weaknesses. Parents are encouraged to play an active and present role in their children’s learning and are invited to get in touch with the school’s Parent Consultant to discuss their progress and development throughout the year. Students have the chance to pursue their interests and develop their unique skills and talents through a wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include sports clubs such as table tennis, dancing and ice skating. Pupils also have the chance to go on study trips and after school excursions, ranging from museum visits to going to a concert.
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