Headteacher
Eskdale School
North Yorkshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- L19 – L24, £61,341 - £69,330
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 18 March 2018
Job overview
Rated by Ofsted as Good (December 2017) Eskdale School is on an ambitious journey, taking it from 11-14 to 11-16 in September 2018. As a result, the school will grow dramatically, increasing both its student and staff numbers. We are currently working with Caedmon College Whitby to ensure there is a strong post-16 provision in the locality. The school prides itself on being a truly caring place, and, to quote Ofsted, “The school has a very caring ethos. Staff, students and parents value this. As a result, excellent relationships and good behaviour are the norm and students feel safe”.
As we move forward and grow, this ethos will be very much at the forefront of our thoughts.
As a school, we pride ourselves in offering all our students the opportunity for high academic achievement, vocational opportunities and personal fulfilment through a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular activities. We are also recognised for the excellent pastoral and careers support we provide to our students.
This is a real opportunity to make a significant difference in a school which has clearly identified objectives and a real desire to achieve. You will need the presence, ambition and the expertise to deliver strong, clear leadership while effectively communicating your vision across the school community.
Supported by the Governing Board, you will use your abilities to build partnerships and influence thinking. You will also need to be financially astute, effectively managing resources while building teams and ensuring our friendly, caring culture is maintained.
If this sounds like you we’d love to hear from you.
We very much welcome school visits. If you’d like the opportunity to visit, please contact Lisa Thompson, Office Manager on 01947 602856 or email: admin@eskdale.n-yorks.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
Key dates:
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 18 March
Shortlisting: Thursday 22 March
Assessment Event: Wednesday 18 & Thursday 19 April
When applying please take into account the following:
For further information and to apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment website: www.nyresourcing.co.uk/eskdale
Supporting Information:
The Evidence of Competencies section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the person specification. The information you give in this section will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.
References:
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About Eskdale School
Eskdale School is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school without sixth form situated in Whitby, North Yorkshire. It is a community state school that works closely with Scalby School in Scarborough. A much smaller than average size for a secondary school, the school will provide 438 places for students in between the ages of 11-16 when fully subscribed.
Previously a school for ages 11-14, the school started catering up to the age of 16 in September 2016.
Headteacher
Sue Whelan
Values and Vision
Eskdale School uses the motto “achieving excellence through learning together”. It holds the belief that education is something that can transform lives and pave the way for an exciting future, assisted by the high aspirations that staff have for their students. It uses the core values of respect, honesty and responsibility to create a friendly atmosphere for the school based on cooperation and community. Eskdale understands the importance of these ages for children’s development; each student is valued as an individual and the staff understand the importance of keeping them happy, even as they are challenged.
Ofsted
“Some highly effective practice in teaching, learning and assessment exist. The school has a very caring ethos. Staff, pupils and parents value this. As a result, excellent relationships and good behaviour are the norm and pupils feel safe. The curriculum prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain and provides for their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development effectively. Leadership and management, including governance, are improving.”
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