Headteacher
The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School
Cheshire West and Chester
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive to attract the right candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2016
- Apply by:
- 15 June 2015
Job overview
‘Known, Nurtured, Inspired’ is more than a strapline – The Bishops’ School tries to live by it in all that we do.
The Bishops’ School is an 11-18 Church of England High school (NOR 1060 including 180 in a growing Sixth Form) situated in attractive grounds in Chester. The school is at an exciting stage as it looks to appoint a new Headteacher to move the school onward in its journey as a high achieving Church School, following the existing post holder’s appointment as principal of an international school in North Africa.
The Bishops’ School was judged ‘Good’ in its recent Ofsted inspection (March 2015) with many outstanding features. The school is in a strong position with good and improving examination results as well as having an excellent reputation in the area.
Situated close to the M56/A55/M53 the school has excellent road links to be able to attract candidate interested from a wide geographic area.
Governors are looking for:
- A collaborative leader who leads by example and is a practising Christian
- Passion and commitment to the education of the ‘whole person’.
- Will be committed to building upon the schools’ existing strengths
- Will be driven to succeed and raise attainment
Parents are looking for:
- A visible Head who leads by example and has a clear vision on how to move the school towards outstanding
- A leader who inspires and cares for colleagues and students alike
- A Head whose motivations at heart are derived from helping students achieve their full potential
Students are looking for:
- A Head who knows what it’s like to be a kid
- Somebody who lays down the rules but always has a smile
- Someone who recognises we’re not the most prestigious school but we wouldn’t have it any other way
In return we offer:
- A rewarding and friendly place to work with good relationships at all levels
- A caring and inclusive Christian community
- Committed staff with the capacity and desire to achieve excellence
- A dedicated school community of Governors, Staff, Students and Parents
If you believe you can provide the outstanding leadership that inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our young people, then we would like to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.
Closing date: Monday 15th June at Midnight
Interviews: Monday 22nd (Evening) & Tuesday 23rd June (All Day)
Liam Dowds, our Emmaus Leadership Advising Consultant, is assisting us with this assignment. Please contact him for more information, in complete confidence, on 01737 652 043 or ldowds@emmausleadership.me
Your early application is appreciated and strongly recommended.
Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. CRB check required.
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The Bishops’ Blue Coat CE High School
Great Boughton, Chester, CH3 5XF
About The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School
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- The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School
- Vaughans Lane, Great Boughton, Chester
- Cheshire
- CH3 5XF
- United Kingdom
The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School is a co-educational secondary school with sixth form in Great Boughton, Chester. At its most recent inspection, there were 1,112 students on the school roll, including 153 in the sixth form.
The school was founded in 1984 and its motto is "Known, Nurtured, Inspired". It has held academy status since 2011.
Headteacher
Ian Wilson
Values and vision
The Bishops' Blue Coat CE High School prides itself on being a church school with a strong academic curriculum, guiding learners through a seven-year educational journey. The secondary school’s vision, values and aims are clearly and explicitly articulated, providing impetus and direction for its Christian character. The Christian family atmosphere which is fostered helps students to develop a sense of self-worth and responsibility.
Sporting prowess is an important part of school life at Bishops' Blue Coat. The school boasts modern and extensive facilities, such as a sports hall, cricket pitches, athletics track and tennis court. Academic facilities include nine science laboratories, all our classrooms are fitted out with either television displays or ICT projectors.
Ofsted report - 2019
“Staff across the school have high expectations of pupils. They expect every pupil to try their best. Pupils take pride in their work. They are polite and courteous. Pupils behave well during lessons and around the school.”
View The Bishops' Blue Coat CE High School’s latest Ofsted report
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