Job Start Date: ASAP
Contract/Hours: Full-time, hours TBC
Salary: TBC Dependant on Experience
Location of Role: Rookwood School, Andover
Rookwood School is a successful non-selective co-educational independent school located a short walk from the picturesque market town of Andover, Hampshire. With a new Sixth Form, we are the only independent ‘all-through’ school in the Andover area, educating from the age of 2 to 18.
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Head of Boarding/Senior Houseparent join our Boarding team. Working as part of the Boarding House staff, you will work across the two Boarding Houses and in the wider school. You must be caring, enthusiastic, with a zest for life and a commitment to work as part of a team. In return, we offer a fun and enriching environment as well as the opportunity to understand the commitment required to work in an independent school.
We are looking for an individual who:
- Believes in young people
- Is dynamic, innovative and inspirational in the classroom
- Is passionate about their subject and is keen to improve standards
- Ensures all students succeed and are able to achieve their maximum potential
- Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age range
- Is committed to raising standards of attainment and developing the success of the subject
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Sets high expectations of themselves and their students
In return we will offer you:
- A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
- Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment
- Opportunities for further professional development
- Employee assistance provision
- Access to reduced educational fees for qualifying children
- A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community
Potential applicant visits are welcomed.
The advert may close prior to the stated date and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained therefore early submission of applications is recommended.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
