Head of School (Senior)
King Henry VIII School
Coventry
- Expired
- Salary:
- To be discussed at interview
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 18 January 2022
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a Head of School at King Henry VIII senior as a member of the Executive Leadership Team for assisting the Principal and other members of the executive team in the general governance, strategic leadership, development and performance of the School in line with the overall BKHS aims and ethos.
BKHS brings together the rich heritage of King Henry VIII and Bablake schools to create one of the only 3 to 18 independent co-educational day schools in Coventry. The history of academic prowess, sporting spirit and musical passion is the foundation on which BKHS stands. This solid foundation, excellent teaching and extensive co-curricular opportunities means there is no limit to what our pupils can achieve. BKHS is a community of learners, who will become the leaders of the future.
For further information on BKHS, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Bablake and King Henry VIII School is strongly committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to create a welcoming, respectful and safe environment for all members of our community, from every ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability/disability, religion and background. We know that more diverse teams are stronger teams, and that the more inclusive we are, the more our staff and pupils will feel a sense of belonging and will thrive. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process.
Bablake and King Henry VIII School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and overseas police check if necessary. Candidates from overseas must provide information about their past conduct, for example, by providing documents issued by overseas teaching authorities.
Expressions of Interest should reach Dale Ball, Head of HR as soon as possible, and no later than 4pm on January 18th 2022. If you would like to see a copy of the Job Description, please contact Dale on dball@bkhs.org.uk
Applications will be considered as they are received up until the closing date.
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About King Henry VIII School
We are a leading co-educational day school, providing a diverse range of opportunities for young people, from 11 to 18. We serve as the direct feeder school to King Henry VIII Junior School (HMC 3-11).
The school is located on the south side of Coventry, minutes from the railway station and with excellent access to motorways and bus routes.
Our intention is to provide our pupils with a superb education. We are proud of our rich heritage and tradition of academic excellence, which stretch back to 1545, but we are also forward-thinking and quick to adapt in a fast-changing world. We aim to discover each pupil’s potential and to ensure that we help our boys and girls to develop fully in an exciting, challenging and supportive environment.
Entrance to the school is by examination. Entry at Sixth Form level is offered on the basis of GCSE results and interview.
The school offers a wide variety of academic and co curricular activities. Examination results are excellent; most students go on to University, with a significant number gaining places at Oxford and Cambridge.
Extensive computer facilities with a wide range of applications are increasingly used across all areas of the curriculum. plus a fantastic swimming pool complex.
Extra curricular activities include a variety of sports, played at high levels, music, drama, expeditions, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, public speaking and debating, to name a few.
King Henry VIII Senior School provides a focal point for our community and there is little doubt that the outstanding facilities enable our students to flourish both academically and as individuals.
Most importantly, it is a happy school and an exciting place to be.
Working at King Henry VIII School
Staff are all well-qualified and enthusiastic, and have high expectations of themselves and their pupils. We received another outstanding inspection report in May 2023. The school has a strong reputation for pastoral care, and teaching staff are committed to co-curricular activities. Generous fee remission for the children of permanent staff is available at all Foundation schools (from age 3) subject to a minimum number of hours worked. There is an excellent and loyal support staff, who understand their vital role in contributing to pupils’ growth and achievements. All staff benefit from free membership of our on-site Sports Club.
Do consult our website (www.kinghenrys.co.uk) for a fuller description of the school, and for our latest news. Our most recent ISI inspection report can be found on our website or at www.isi.net.
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