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Leweston School
Dorset
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required for September 2015
- Apply by:
- 31 October 2014
Job overview
Founded in 1891, Leweston is an independent boarding and day school for girls aged 3 months to 18 years and boys aged 3 months to 11 years. GSA/CISC/IAPS
Situated in 46 acres of Dorset parkland, Leweston is a Catholic foundation whose Governors invite applications for the position of Head, to succeed Adrian Aylward after nine years of exemplary service. He has shown passionate commitment and flair which has propelled Leweston to high standards of achievement, both academic and pastoral. We are seeking an outstanding person of similar calibre and vision to continue the school's on-going excellence. The Governors would wish to appoint a practising Roman Catholic. Candidates must be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for and a deep understanding of Leweston's ethos and values. They would need to have the academic rigour, leadership and vision to make their mark on future progress.
For further information and to request an application pack, please contact:
Sue Risborough at Leweston School, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 6EN Tel. 01963 211016 or e-mail hr@leweston.dorset.sch.uk www.leweston.co.uk
Closing date for applications: Friday 31 October 2014
Long-list interviews: Monday 10 November 2014
Short-list interviews: Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 November 2014
Leweston is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. A Catholic Foundation which welcomes pupils of all Denominations Leweston is a registered charity number 295175.
About Leweston School
Leweston is a leading independent boarding and day school for boys and girls aged from 3 months to 18 years. Full, weekly and flexi boarding is available from age 8. Incorporating a year-around day Nursery, Preparatory, Senior School and Sixth Form, Leweston offers a warm welcome to staff, pupils and parents.
Set in 46 acres of beautiful Dorset parkland near Sherborne, Dorset the school offers an all-round education in an environment which is both stimulating and inspiring. Expectations are high; pupils are challenged to achieve the best possible success, and Leweston pupils are well-balanced young men and women who take their place in the world with confidence.
Traditional values of work and behaviour are held in high esteem and emphasis is placed on pastoral care. The School motto 'Gaudere et Bene Facere' - 'Rejoice and Do Well' reflects the importance of high academic standards together with artistic, musical and sporting excellence achieved in an atmosphere of joy and vibrancy.
Leweston Prep is a Catholic foundation that welcomes pupils of all denominations and none.
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