Job Introduction
We are looking for someone with energy, vision and first class communication skills to lead Forest Park School, a ‘Good’ Ofsted rated special school on the edge of the New Forest, Hampshire. Split across two sites one mile apart our pupils are aged 2 to 19 years old with a range of SEND and complex health needs.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a visible champion for our pupils through strong compassionate leadership for high quality inclusive education.
- Lead staff with confidence and integrity in learning, teaching and safeguarding.
- Be an effective and inspiring team leader, committed to developing others.
- Have proven experience and a deep commitment to SEND pupil wellbeing and achievement.
- Build and strengthen relationships with our families, carers, professionals and the wider community.
We offer a supportive and engaging governing board, enthusiastic staff who value collaboration and professional development and most importantly, the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the futures of our wonderful cohort of young people.
If you feel you can make a difference, we will be delighted to receive your application.
Informal visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Denise Hurden on 023 8086 4949.
Application Procedure
Please find attached the Headteacher information pack and application form.
To apply, download the attached application form by clicking the on the application form, then complete and save it. Once ready, click 'Apply' button to upload your completed application form.
You should provide a full statement in support of your application, which should not exceed two sides of A4 paper. Please do not restate the factual details already included elsewhere on the application form. Please ensure when completing your application, that your personal statement addresses the person specification included within the pack.
For an informal telephone conversation, please contact Paul Shields – Chair of Governors on 07824 117326.
Equality Monitoring
All applications will be required to complete an Equality Monitoring form.
Safer Recruitment
Forest Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, including online searches/checks.
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