Principal
Gretton School
Girton, Cambridge
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018 or as soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 17 May 2018
Job overview
Principal
Following the retirement of the current Principal, the Governing Body is seeking to appoint a new leader to Gretton School: someone passionate, inspirational and visionary; to make a sustained difference as the school continues to develop.
Gretton School is a popular school for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), aged 5 to 19 years old. Located in Girton, Cambridge, the school opened in January 2010. Many families committed themselves to the school long before it was open, demonstrating their desire for the provision of a high-quality education for their children. From the outset, the goal has been to create an inclusive school which reflects these high expectations and aspirations.
Gretton was judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2017. It is well-respected locally and regionally, with proven practice and provision at all levels. Its curriculum challenges and inspires students and staff alike. Hungry for innovation and development, the new Principal will take forward these strong foundations to ensure future success at Gretton School.
You will be a visible and visionary leader, with the gravitas and credibility to motivate and inspire all those involved in our work. You will bring a proven track record, with the drive to ensure sustained success of the school and positive outcomes for all our students.
For further information and an informal (and confidential) discussion please contact:
Ms Deb Carr
Cavendish Education Ltd
5th Floor South
14 Waterloo Place
London SW1Y 4AR
info@cavendisheducation.com
Tel: +44 (0) 203 696 5300
Cavendish Education and Gretton School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to the equality of opportunity and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.
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About Gretton School
Gretton School is a specialist day and residential school for children and young people with autistic spectrum conditions (ASC), specifically high functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome.
The school provides individually tailored programmes of education, care and therapy for students between the ages of 5 and 19 years old.
We value the contribution each child and young person brings to the life of the school and have a philosophy of continuously recognising and reinforcing achievement.
Gretton has a person-centred focus, providing each child with a personalised education and care programme tailored to help meet their unique needs.
High priority is given to providing an appropriate learning environment and curriculum in which creativity, independence and acquisition of learning skills thrive.
Working in close partnership with parents and carers is an essential part of our culture as we recognise that parents know their child best. Parents are always welcome at the school and the experienced, dedicated and well-qualified staff members are always ready to listen, give support and provide reports on each child’s progress.
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