Head of School
St Helena School
Essex
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 13 March 2015
Job overview
We are building on the school’s leadership capacity with this exciting new role, which is key to helping us achieve our goals following the school securing ‘good’ from Ofsted. Candidates are expected to have an excellent understanding of the qualities required for effective school leadership. You should currently be working as a proven and successful senior leader and have had experience of working in a good or outstanding school.
Enthusiastic, visionary and entrepreneurial, this position will be a career-defining move for the right person as we expect and require St Helena School to become a beacon of best practice. Above all we are seeking an individual who shares our passion and belief that young people, their learning and development are at the heart of all the decisions we take.
For further information and details of how to apply please visit: www.st-helena.essex.sch.uk and return completed application forms with a covering letter to:
Jennifer Shone-Tribley, Human Resources Manager
Email: j.shone-tribley@sthsch.com
Tel: 01206 245726
Visits 4 March at 4.00 pm.
Closing date 13 March at Noon.
Interviews 25 & 26 March.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safe recruitment
practices to protect children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the DBS
Attached documents
About St Helena School
Headteacher’s Welcome
At St Helena School, our desire is to provide exciting opportunities, tailored for our young people. Through collective learning, we create a legacy for those who follow.
Working with parents, Governors and wider partners, enables every student to be known, contribute to our community and fulfil their ambitions. We have the privilege and great responsibility to develop tolerant, respectful citizens who will leave us with the tools to be a success and make the world a better place.
The importance of educating the whole child is reflected in our rich and broad extra-curricular offer. We provide opportunity to craft life-long memories. Students are encouraged to take part in trips, visits and activities throughout their time with us to feed cultural, sporting and creative appetites.
A prospectus can only give you a flavour of life at St Helena School. We welcome you to visit our school, to see our teaching facilities, and more importantly, to feel the inclusive, vibrant and purposeful culture our young people create.
Safeguarding
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