Senior Deputy Head
Clifton College - Upper School
City of Bristol
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2020
Job overview
Clifton College is a leading independent day and boarding school educating over 1,200 pupils aged 2 to 18.
Founded in 1862, the College provides an exceptional all-round education that successfully combines a rich heritage with modern state-of-the-art facilities.
Located in one of the most beautiful suburbs of the vibrant city of Bristol, Clifton College continues to lead the way as one of the best independent schools in the country. The College aims to produce children of varied but definite character by combining fantastic academic results with first-class sport, diverse co-curricular activities and an outstanding environment. Clifton College offers day, flexi and full boarding and is a proudly inclusive and supportive community, with over 40 nationalities represented in its diverse student body.
The College is now looking to appoint a Senior Deputy Head to oversee and manage the day-to-day running of the Upper School, deputising for the Head Master of the Upper School whenever necessary. The Senior Deputy is responsible for the Deputy Heads and Head of Sixth Form, and reports to the Head of College who is also the Head Master of the Upper School. The successful candidate will be highly ambitious with outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to implement and contribute to the overall strategic aims of the College.
Further information on Clifton College can be found at www.cliftoncollege.com and a candidate brief can be downloaded from https://www.odgersberndtson.com/en-gb/opportunities#AssignDetail.aspx?guid=73342&j=e
Letters of application and CVs should be sent by the closing date, 9.00am GMT on Monday 3 February, to Freddie Dennis, Odgers Berndtson quoting reference CFD/73342.
Clifton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Clifton College is an equal opportunities employer.
Attached documents
About Clifton College - Upper School
- Clifton College - Upper School
- College Road, Clifton, Bristol
- Avon
- BS8 3EZ
- United Kingdom
Clifton College leads the way as one of the best Public Boarding Schools in the country. We offer day places, flexi and full boarding places. Welcoming boys and girls from 2 to 18, Clifton becomes the school every pupil needs it to be, preparing them for life in the real world, not in a ‘bubble’. We are known for academic excellence, myriad opportunities, state of the art facilities, superb pastoral care and expert staff who deliver the very best learning and development. We provide a richly diverse and connected school environment, representative of the real world. Our pupils mature into individuals who are ambitious, open-minded and spirited.
Bristol businessman Dr John Percival, who championed the benefits of science, diversity and the education of women, founded Clifton College in 1862. The College has since fostered the talents of students including General Douglas Haig and Olympic hockey gold medallist Lily Owsley. The NSPCC had its first meeting on the school’s grounds.
Clifton College Upper School is housed in historical buildings, such as the Grade II-listed Percival Library, but it boasts state-of-the-art sporting facilities, including 24 tennis courts and an Olympic-standard hockey pitch.
Headmaster
Dr Tim Greene MA DPhil
Values and Vision
Clifton College Upper School strives to produce pupils who are the best versions of themselves.
Together we practise 3 core values:
Integrity
Spirit
Resilience
For full details of the School, please visit www.cliftoncollege.com
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