Head of Elleray
Windermere School
Cumbria
- £48,000 - £54,000 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 30 August 2021 or by mutual agreement
- Apply by:
- 17 May 2021
Job overview
We wish to appoint a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic individual to lead Elleray, the Junior School of Windermere School. Established in 1863, Windermere School is an independent boarding and day school with a modern and innovate approach that encourages young people to strive for excellence in all they do.
Applications are welcomed from current Deputy Heads, or senior leaders, with a proven track record of leading and developing others, who can evidence high standards in education and pastoral care. The Head and leadership team have strong values, high expectations and work alongside a team of committed colleagues who are steering the School through the next stage of its development.
Those with the experience of supporting Junior Boarding Houses, as part of a larger boarding community will be at an advantage.
Our location, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and area of outstanding beauty, offers a stimulating environment in which to develop both inside and outside of the classroom.
You will be supported in your professional development and career with our friendly and welcoming team and enjoy free lunch, pension and other wider Benefits to be discussed with the successful applicant.
Starting date – Monday 30 August 2021 (if current commitments permit this), otherwise by agreement.
Head of Elleray
The Head of Elleray will be responsible for the organisation, management and smooth running of the Junior School and will report directly to the Head of Windermere School in this capacity.
This job description gives an overall indication of the areas of responsibility of the position but is by no means all-encompassing or fixed. The post holder may be required to undertake any other reasonable task requested by the Head which falls within the capabilities of the successful applicant and which are in accordance with the usual practice of an independent boarding and day school.
Windermere School is an equal opportunities employer.
Attached documents
About Windermere School
- Windermere School
- Patterdale Road, Windermere, The Lake District
- Cumbria
- LA23 1NW
- United Kingdom
Windermere School is unique. Set amidst the stunningly beautiful mountains and lakes of Cumbria, it delivers an exciting and forward-thinking curriculum, shaping the hearts and minds of the next generation. We aim to educate children to be capable and thoughtful, resourceful, courageous and caring. This is a school where young people can enjoy their schooldays and parents can be confident that their children are following the very best pathways to university and to adult life.
Windermere School is an independent boarding and day school, for boys and girls, from the ages of 3 to 18. Benefiting from its extraordinary location in the heart of the English Lake District it offers a unique education, embracing the IDEALS of the Round Square movement and the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Adventure is part of the curriculum and water sports play a large part in the co-curriculum. Celebrating it’s 100th year at its present site overlooking the glorious Lake Windermere in 2024, the school values its traditions and constantly looks to the future. As a small school, we get to know all our children well and have a dedicated well-being team to help give the very best to every young person in our care.
Head
Mr Frank Thompson
Our Vision
To foster an environment where young people can grow in confidence, excel academically, and discover their innate strengths, talents, and potential.
To encourage everyone to have the confidence and resilience to stand up for what is right and a desire to reach out to others.
ISI report
“A wide range of weekend activities takes place in school, in the surrounding area and elsewhere in the country. Many activities also take place on weekday afternoons and evenings. The school successfully implements its equality and anti-discrimination policy. Food is plentiful and nutritious and includes dishes appropriate to an international community. Appropriate policies are implemented for the care of sick or injured boarders. The school’s provision covers: first aid; chronic conditions and disabilities; emergencies, including those at night-time; and administration of prescribed and non-prescribed medication. The school educates the pupils about e-safety and cyber-bullying.”
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