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Cumberland School is a day school for girls and boys aged 11-16 who have behavioural, emotional, social and associated learning difficulties, which can hinder their academic progress. The school aims to provide a quality secondary curriculum to young people who need a more specialised environment in order to meet their potential academic and social development.

"Students benefit from very small class sizes in the amount of individual attention they receive and in being able to demonstrate what they know and can do".

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Cumberland School Vacancies

Headteacher

 

Salary Range: Leadership Scale 18 - 24
( £56,950 - £65,963)

Required for January 2011

Cumberland School is part of the Witherslack Group, a leading provider of specialist education and care for children and young people with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, communication difficulties and complex learning needs. The Group has 9 day/ residential schools and 5 children's homes. Cumberland School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 11 - 16 with BESD and associated learning needs.

The position becomes available due to the retirement of the present headteacher in December 2010

You will have:

  • Clear evidence of successful classroom practice and curriculum innovation
  • Proven leadership and highly effective interpersonal and organisational skills
  • A track record of successful organisational and management experience
  • The ability to lead and inspire our school community
  • An ability to establish and utilise links within the community
  • The belief that every child matters
  • Enthusiasm and a sense of humour

We can offer:

  • An excellent Group Support Team
  • High quality programme of induction
  • An excellent working environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A positive ethos of learning and innovative practice
  • An excellent benefits package

Application forms and information packs are available from Philippa Ball, PA to WGS Group Management Team at the address below.
Informal visits to the school or discussions regarding the position are welcome; please contact Philippa Ball.

Closing date for applications Tuesday 28th September 2010
Interviews will be held on Tuesday/Wednesday 12th/13th October 2010

Follow the link for further information and application form:

http://www.tes.co.uk/jobDetailsGold.aspx?ac=2917727&qry=keywords%3dWitherslack&rslt=1&cur=1&UK=true

Witherslack Group of Schools
Group Management Team
Bank Studio, Princes Way, Leasgill, MILNTHORPE, Cumbria LA7 7FG

Tel 015395 65718; Fax 015395 63779
Email: gmt@witherslackgroup.co.uk


The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Criminal Records Bureau. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Contact information

Contact:
Philippa Ball, PA to WGS Group Management Team 
Address:
Group Management Team Bank Studio, Princes Way, Leasgill, MILNTHORPE, Cumbria LA7 7FG 
Tel:015395 65718 
Email:gmt@witherslackgroup.co.uk
Interview dates:Tuesday/Wednesday 12th/13th October 2010