Head
Longacre School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2018 (though those who can start earlier or after Easter 2018 will also be considered)
- Apply by:
- 30 May 2017
Job overview
The Governors of Longacre School are seeking to appoint an inspirational Head to lead this highly regarded IAPS co-educational day school for children from 2½ to 11 years of age, located in the delightful Surrey village of Shamley Green, five miles south of Guildford.
The School, founded in 1940, has a strong reputation in the area for ensuring that children enjoy their school days and develop a love of learning, whilst at the same time maximising their academic potential and securing a place at their chosen senior school.
The School is passionate about high quality teaching geared to the needs of individual children, who leave the School well prepared for the independent learning skills required in the subsequent phases of their education. At Longacre, there are many exciting opportunities both inside and outside the classroom for children to acquire a wide range of skills, interests and passions that will set them apart and enable them to succeed throughout their life.
The Head will be someone who can forge strong links with the pupils, parents, staff and the local community, empowering and inspiring everyone connected with Longacre. She/He will be enthusiastic and knowledgeable about education as well as about the holistic development of every child, building on the excellent work of the present Head who is moving to a second headship after a successful seven years at Longacre.
This post commands a competitive salary commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate.
Applications are invited for a January 2018 start, though those who can start earlier or after Easter 2018 will also be considered.
Candidates are invited to contact one of the consultants handling this appointment to arrange a confidential discussion about the role:
Helen Flower: HelenFlower@RSAcademics.co.uk or call her on 07921587752
Angela Short: AngelaShort@RSAcademics.co.uk or call her on 07786 134195
Sarah Evans: SarahEvans@RSAcademics.co.uk or call her on 07703 603996
Closing date: 10.00 am, Wednesday 31 May 2017
For further information about the role, please visit www.rsacademics.co.uk
Longacre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff are required to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical.
About Longacre School
Longacre School is a thriving, co-educational preparatory school for boys and girls aged 2 to 11 years. Set in a beautiful rural location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Shamley Green, between Guildford and Cranleigh, the school offers a wonderful environment for young children.
The school buildings comprise the original large 1902 house plus modern, purpose-built classrooms standing in nine acres of grounds. Facilities include a new dining room, sports hall and Astroturf, sports fields, woodland and an adventure playground. Longacre has a proud history and the motto of the school’s founder, Ursula Fairfax-Cholmeley, “A happy heart goes all the way” is still very much part of the school’s ethos.
The cheerful and purposeful atmosphere at Longacre is apparent as soon as you enter the school. Here, children are valued as individuals and are encouraged to fulfil their potential in every facet of school life. Personal and social development is highly valued, enabling pupils to grow in confidence as they mature.
At Longacre, we believe that children learn more effectively when they are happy, and that excellent academic results can be achieved without subjecting pupils to hothouse pressure. The fact that our pupils gain a range of scholarships, and that they transfer successfully to their senior school of choice, is evidence that this approach works.
Academic progress is closely monitored and regularly tested. Small class sizes enable pupils to be taught at an individual level, with increasing subject specialist tuition as children progress through the school. Alongside the core curriculum, Longacre offers a wide range of activities, sporting opportunities, stimulating off-site visits and exciting workshops. There are after school clubs every day, ranging from cooking to judo, and regular masterclasses for able pupils.
Longacre is a community where parents are welcome. The school has a thriving and supportive PTA and parents are kept well informed about school events and their children’s progress through a weekly newsletter, formal and informal meetings and written reports. The Head and staff work closely with parents to ensure that their children are happy, successful and fulfilled.
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