Prep School Head
Aldwickbury School
Hertfordshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2021
- Apply by:
- 19 July 2020
Job overview
The Chairman of Governors of Aldwickbury School invites applications for the role of Head on the retirement of Mr Vernon Hales in August 2021, following 18 years of outstanding leadership.
Aldwickbury is a leading independent Preparatory Boarding and Day School for boys situated on a magnificent and spacious site in Harpenden. The school provides outstanding facilities and a challenging, positive and secure environment for approximately 375 pupils aged 4 to 13. Aldwickbury School enjoys an excellent reputation for the strength of its academic provision within a family environment which equips well-rounded pupils to be active citizens of a global 21st century.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to build on strong foundations and drive the school forward through a collaborative and modern educational vision. A highly competitive remuneration package including family accommodation is available commensurate with the seniority of the post and the experience of the successful candidate.
If you have had experience of leading and inspiring others and a strong empathy with the preparatory school ethos then this is a position to stretch and stimulate you.
Further information about the role and details of how to apply can be found at rsacademics.com
Interested candidates are invited to contact Jenny Funnell or Alan Laurent to arrange a confidential discussion about the role:
jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com or call her on 07941 221172
alanlaurent@rsacademics.com or call him on 07740 190284
The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Monday 20th July 2020
Aldwickbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical.
About Aldwickbury School
Aldwickbury is a highly regarded and established preparatory school, having been founded in Harpenden in 1937, moving to the current site in 1948. The school occupies a fine Victorian house in pleasant country surrounds. The facilities and resources are very good and the premises are well equipped and are set in twenty acres of grounds. The school is run as a charitable company and is a member of I.A.P.S., the Boarding Schools Association and the International Boys’ School Coalition.
There are approximately 250 boys in Years 3 to 8, and another 125 boys in our Pre-Preparatory department. Boys from Year 5 may board and some 50 do so on a flexible basis. Boys leave Aldwickbury at 13+ via Common Entrance, entry tests or scholarship examinations for senior independent schools such as St Albans, Bedford, Haileybury, St Columba’s, Berkhamsted, H.A.B.S., Harrow, The Leys, M.T.S. and Oundle.
Aldwickbury looks to develop boys’ self-esteem and ensure that they reach their potential in all aspects of school life. The boys’ achievements in classwork, drama, art, music, sport and so on are celebrated whenever possible. The school is busy and purposeful; visitors often comment on the friendly open nature of the boys. The Staff Common Room is happy and dedicated; in service training is encouraged and provided for all members of staff.
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