Head of School
Ratton School
East Sussex
- Expired
- Salary:
- L24-28 (£70,370 - £77,613) - possibly more for a suitably qualified/experienced candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required for April 2019 (Later by negotiation)
- Apply by:
- 4 February 2019
Job overview
Are you an exceptional leader looking for an exciting opportunity to maximise the potential of our students...if so please read on!
Ratton School is part of a small, developing, multi-academy trust (MAT) based in Eastbourne. South Downs Learning Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of Ratton School and Ocklynge Junior School.
As Head of School at Ratton, you will have the freedom to lead the school on a day-to-day basis and work closely with the Executive Headteacher who leads the MAT. This is also an opportunity to gain experience in a rapidly developing organisation.
Ratton is an oversubscribed, inclusive 11—16 secondary, rated a strong Good by OFSTED in June 2017 and we are working hard to provide an outstanding learning experience for all our students.
We are a school that bases its approach around six virtues – Compassion, Respect, Creativity, Teamwork, Effort, Responsibility - bound up in our vision of ‘Caring, creative and confident students achieving excellence in all aspects of school life.’
We are proud of our schools and the work that the trust is doing but we recognise that we cannot afford to be complacent, so we are looking for the Head of School at Ratton to build on our many achievements to date.
We can offer you:
- A dedicated hardworking team of staff and enthusiastic, friendly and talented students.
- An experienced and skilled leadership team.
- A healthy and well-managed budget.
- Supportive Trustees and Governors.
- The opportunity to develop further as an effective leader and take on a high profile role in a developing multi-academy trust.
You will need to be an experienced senior leader who:
- Provides a safe environment for students to thrive.
- Has a proven track record of achieving high standards for students.
- Motivates and inspires students, staff and parents.
- Achieves challenging targets, high standards of behaviour, progress and attainment across and beyond the school.
- Commits to working collaboratively with colleagues, students and the community.
How to apply: We encourage you to visit us. To book a school tour & request an application pack please contact Emma Fletcher, on Emma.Fletcher@hays.com or 01273 721579. For a confidential conversation about the post please contact Dion Mills on 07899 063321.
School tours: by appointment only. Contact Emma Fletcher to book.
Closing date: Monday 4th February at 9.00am
Shortlisting: Tuesday 5th February
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 11th February
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.
Do not use the blue “apply” button below, instead all applications (and requests for the information pack) should be emailed to emma.fletcher@hays.com
Attached documents
About Ratton School
- Ratton School
- Park Avenue, Eastbourne
- East Sussex
- BN21 2XR
- United Kingdom
Executive Headteacher
Paul Murphy
Headteacher
Gavin Peevers
History and Vision
Ratton School transitioned into a converter academy in August 2012 and later merged with Ocklynge Junior School in December 2017 to establish the South Downs Learning Trust. The primary objective of our trust is to deliver an outstanding educational experience while preserving the individual identity of each school, fostering collaboration to enhance the learning environment for all learners.
Our aim is to develop a sustainable and exciting educational experience that places our learners at the centre of all that we do.
Location
Nestled in picturesque Eastbourne, known as The Sunshine Coast, Ratton School benefits from a beautiful setting surrounded by the South Downs and breathtaking countryside. Convenient transport links, including easy access to major roads and efficient train connections, make it easily accessible from London and other parts of the country.
Ofsted
In June 2022, Ofsted evaluated Ratton School as a "good" institution, affirming our commitment to providing a high-quality education that challenges and supports every learner, regardless of their background or abilities.
Benefits for Staff
Our school prides itself on providing an array of benefits for our staff, including comprehensive induction programmes, career development opportunities, mentoring by experienced leaders, access to various schemes like Bike 2 Work, an employee assistance programme, complimentary breakfast, and subsidised healthcare membership.
Commitment to Students and Community
Everything we do is centred on developing our young people to become confident, creative and caring students who achieve excellence in everything they do. Be it academically, or socially, our aim is to enable our students to grow and flourish and achieve all their potential. This means educating the whole child and giving them the skills to take the next steps on their journey when they leave us to attend further education or training, and then into the right career.
Safeguarding Notice
The South Downs Learning Trust and all our academies take notice of and adhere to all the national and local policies and guidance in regard to Safeguarding Children and Young People. We are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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