Head of Senior School
Lomond School
Argyll and Bute
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive, Fee reduction for dependent children
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2024
- Apply by:
- 7 April 2024
Job overview
Lomond School is seeking a highly qualified, charismatic and dynamic Head of Senior School who has proven success in academic and pastoral leadership to join our Senior Leadership Team from August 2024.
Head of Senior School should be an exceptional leader of both learning and wellbeing, possessing infectious enthusiasm and with the ability to develop exceptional young people and staff through high standards and innovative approaches. They will be forward-thinking and ambitious in their approach and be able to use their initiative to plan strategically and creatively for the challenges of the future. They will be self-motivated, positive and will lead according to the school’s and International Baccalaureate values. They will have passion for professional learning, continuous improvement and a strong commitment to the wellbeing of our whole school community.
The Head of Senior School will work closely with the Principal on all operational and strategic matters and will deputise for her as required. As a member of the SLT, they will work closely with pedagogical and pastoral leaders across the school and with the Head of Junior School and Head of Boarding to ensure the very best outcomes for all of our young people. As a member of SLT they will be expected to immerse themselves fully in the curricular and co curricular life of the school, attending whole school events and undertaking any other reasonable and relevant duties, at the Principal’s request, in accordance with the changing needs of the School.
There will be a teaching commitment in line with the needs of the school.
This is an exciting time for Lomond School as we grow our International Baccalaureate curriculum. Our school community has outstanding students and staff, a warm and genuine family ethos and centres on our thriving boarding house. Experience of boarding is desirable and a strong commitment to international mindedness and intercultural understanding is essential.
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About Lomond School
Lomond School is a co-educational independent school, for children aged 3 to 18 years, positioned in the elegant suburbs of the coastal town of Helensburgh located only 10 minutes from Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Lomond School has recently been authorised as an International Baccalaureate World School for the Diploma and Career-related Programmes and will be delivering these as well as existing Scottish Qualifications from August 2021.
At Lomond School we believe passionately that education should be about supporting our young people to develop and grow, both academically and personally, as rounded individuals with strong values who are ultimately prepared to embark confidently and successfully on their life beyond Lomond School. We uphold this commitment with six Guiding Principles which are delivered throughout our curriculum and co-curriculum. These include: Internationalism; Environmentalism; Adventure; Leadership; Lifelong Learning and Service. To find out more visit our website at www. lomondschool.com.
We provide small class sizes, an extensive programme of extra-curricular activities, attention to the individual and a strong record of academic achievement which opens the door to allow new experiences, skills and talents to be explored. All aspects of development are accorded importance, be they academic, musical, dramatic, sporting or in wider outdoor activities.
The Lomond Family
Our experienced pastoral care team ensures the welfare and onward progression of all of our students. Our young people are well known by staff and teachers and we see ourselves as a large family where any issues or problems are identified and dealt with promptly and effectively.
Extra-curricular and Outdoor Learning
Our location means that there is a particular emphasis on outdoor pursuits. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is, without doubt, a significant feature and we have enjoyed great success carrying out expeditions both locally and abroad. Many of our trips and excursions revolve around our passion for the outdoors and have included trekking in Morocco, canoeing in Norway and skiing in Austria.
Living at Lomond
Lomond School is the only school in the West of Scotland with boarding for children aged 9 to 18. We have a modern, purpose built, boarding house which houses both boys and girls and thus allows brothers and sisters to live in the same accommodation, essentially as family. We think of our boarding house as home rather than an extension of school. Most of our boarders come from both Britain and other countries around the world, which adds an important international and multi-cultural dimension to our school. Our boarding facility adds a distinctive dimension to the school; the mix of cultures and backgrounds enriches our curriculum and co-curriculum, supporting all of our pupils to develop their global awareness and understanding. Our infrastructure boasts a mix of modern, purpose built structure and characterful listed buildings, which make for an inspirational setting for our young people.
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