Head
Sherborne School
Dorset
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 24 November 2014
Job overview
Appointment of Head
One of the UK's pre-eminent independent schools, Sherborne provides an outstanding all-boys boarding education. Situated in an idyllic market town, the School combines a rich, distinctive heritage with a clear commitment to academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and an exceptionally diverse range of sporting, artistic and cultural opportunities.
The Governing Body is now seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational Head to lead the School through a significant and exciting phase in its development. The next Head will develop Sherborne as a 21st century expression of one of the finest educational systems in the world, delivering an innovative vision which is based on the pursuit of excellence and the development of young men equipped to contribute richly to society.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding leader with the vision and strategic abilities to animate and direct the development of Sherborne as a leading educational institution. Charismatic and highly visible, the next Head will build strong relationships across the group of schools which make up the broad Sherborne community, and will possess the gravitas to inspire staff, students and parents alike. A genuine resonance with the Sherborne ethos, including an identification with the Christian values which underpin school life, is essential.
To download the appointment details for this role, please visit www.perrettlaver.com/candidates quoting reference 1808.
The deadline for applications is 0900hrs GMT on Monday 24th November 2014.
Sherborne School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About Sherborne School
Sherborne is a boys’ independent school situated in the shadow of Sherborne Abbey. Founded by Royal Charter in 1550, the school has roots going back to the origins of the See of Sherborne in 705. There are eight boarding houses accommodating a total of about 550 boys (aged 13-18). Sherborne School is an extraordinary community with a rich heritage and ambitious outlook. The boys are talented, engaged and interesting, and staff are likewise. The co-curricular provision is of outstanding breadth and quality.
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