Headteacher
Ferndown Upper School
Dorset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Seven point pay scale: £83,892- £97,128
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 16 March 2015
Job overview
Ferndown Upper School is a mixed comprehensive with just under 1000 students in the 13-19 age range. It is located in easy reach of the spectacular Dorset coast and countryside and the New Forest National Park.
Alex Wills, the current Head, has decided to retire next summer after a successful twelve year period in charge.
After a very rigorous and extensive recruitment process and very careful consideration the selection panel has decided to re-advertise the post of Headteacher of Ferndown Upper School.
We are now seeking an inspirational, dynamic and resilient professional to lead the next stage of the school's development. The successful candidate will also have a proven track record in raising educational standards and in managing change.
The school has a very committed team of staff, a most happy and secure environment and enjoys excellent support from parents and the local community. The governors believe that it is very important to sustain this positive ethos as the school moves forward.
Following the closing date longlisted candidates will be invited to an Information Day on Wednesday 25th March 2015.
The candidate information pack and an Application Form are available on the links below or go to the Ferndown Upper School website www.fernup.dorset.sch.uk and click on Job Vacancies. Applicants must apply via the Headteacher Application Form only.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 12 noon on Monday 16th March 2015.
Longlisting will take place on Thursday 19th March 2015.
Shortlisting will take place at the end of the Candidate Information Day on Wednesday 25th March 2015.
Final selection process: Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th April 2015.
If you have any queries, please contact Mrs Pat Moor, Personnel Manager on 01202 871243 extension 203 or email patmoor@fernup.dorset.sch.uk.
Candidate Information Pack includes:-
- Letter to Candidates
- Headteacher Application Form
- Person Specification
- Job Description
- Information for Candidates – Exam Data and Extracts from the School Improvement Plan
- Form HR14 DBS Declaration
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
About Ferndown Upper School
Our School
- It is a 13-19 comprehensive of 1150 students, including over 300 in the 6th form.
- We work with our colleagues in the other East Dorset Education Partnership schools to innovate and raise standards.
- Our priority is the continuous improvement of teaching and learning across the school.
- We offer an established induction programme for new staff and NQTs.
- A rigorous programme of self-review supports our pursuit of the highest standards of teaching and learning.
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