Ballard is a thriving independent school, set in 34 acres, situated on the Hampshire/Dorset border, between the New Forest and the Solent with excellent transport links. Ballard offers an inclusive working environment with exceptional facilities, including a Performing Arts Centre and an Olympic-sized Astroturf.
The Deputy Head Pastoral is a pivotal role at Ballard. As a member of the Leadership Team, they play a vital role in the strategic development of the school, particularly the pastoral provision, alongside the day-to-day running of the school.
The Deputy Head Pastoral is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with the responsibility for the safeguarding training of all staff, including PREVENT and keeping up to date with policy changes at a national, regional and local level. They are responsible for managing the pastoral teams (Heads of Section, Tutors and Pastoral Support Assistants), providing a positive, secure and happy environment for the Ballard community where every pupil can flourish.
Candidates will be successful teachers and leaders with experience as Head of Department, Key Stage Co-ordinator or an equivalent senior role. They will be a dynamic, committed team player with a collegiate and collaborative approach. Candidates will also possess excellent interpersonal skills; be able to work effectively as a member of a leadership team; have first class organisational and administrative skills and be able to remain calm under pressure, working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. Most importantly they will be sensitive to the needs of our pupils and ensure that their wellbeing is at the centre of all that we do.
It is an exciting time to be joining Ballard, with a Leadership Team moving the School forward with confidence. The School places great emphasis on supporting and developing its staff so that the best possible educational provision is provided throughout the three pillars of the School; Pastoral, Academic and Co-Curricular. We consistently achieve excellent results, including a record set of GCSE grades in 2024.
For further details of this post and an application form, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday, 15th January 2025.
Long list interviews: w/c 20th January 2025.
Short list interviews: w/c 27th January 2025.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to the School for interviews and will also have the opportunity to tour the school and meet key staff. As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete an online psychometric assessment and may be asked to deliver a 10-minute assembly to a selection of pupils.
The successful candidate will be required to complete and sign a medical form.
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.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including digital screening (to include online searches of candidates) and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (Enhanced Disclosure).
Ballard School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
“By educating the whole child, we develop well-rounded individuals, fully equipped to deal with college, careers and community. Alongside inspiring lessons, our extensive co-curricular programme encourages pupils to find their niche, improve skills, develop talents, or discover a new passion. Years of experience enables us to nurture each child to be the best they can be, adding value to their GCSEs and helping them with those all-important next steps.”
Mr Andrew McCleave, Headmaster.
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The Deputy Head Pastoral is a pivotal role at Ballard. As a member of the Leadership Team, they play a vital role in the strategic development of the school, particularly the pastoral provision, alongside the day-to-day running of the school.
The Deputy Head Pastoral is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with the responsibility for the safeguarding training of all staff, including PREVENT and keeping up to date with policy changes at a national, regional and local level. They are responsible for managing the pastoral teams (Heads of Section, Tutors and Pastoral Support Assistants), providing a positive, secure and happy environment for the Ballard community where every pupil can flourish.
Candidates will be successful teachers and leaders with experience as Head of Department, Key Stage Co-ordinator or an equivalent senior role. They will be a dynamic, committed team player with a collegiate and collaborative approach. Candidates will also possess excellent interpersonal skills; be able to work effectively as a member of a leadership team; have first class organisational and administrative skills and be able to remain calm under pressure, working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. Most importantly they will be sensitive to the needs of our pupils and ensure that their wellbeing is at the centre of all that we do.
It is an exciting time to be joining Ballard, with a Leadership Team moving the School forward with confidence. The School places great emphasis on supporting and developing its staff so that the best possible educational provision is provided throughout the three pillars of the School; Pastoral, Academic and Co-Curricular. We consistently achieve excellent results, including a record set of GCSE grades in 2024.
For further details of this post and an application form, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday, 15th January 2025.
Long list interviews: w/c 20th January 2025.
Short list interviews: w/c 27th January 2025.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to the School for interviews and will also have the opportunity to tour the school and meet key staff. As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete an online psychometric assessment and may be asked to deliver a 10-minute assembly to a selection of pupils.
The successful candidate will be required to complete and sign a medical form.
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.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including digital screening (to include online searches of candidates) and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (Enhanced Disclosure).
Ballard School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
“By educating the whole child, we develop well-rounded individuals, fully equipped to deal with college, careers and community. Alongside inspiring lessons, our extensive co-curricular programme encourages pupils to find their niche, improve skills, develop talents, or discover a new passion. Years of experience enables us to nurture each child to be the best they can be, adding value to their GCSEs and helping them with those all-important next steps.”
Mr Andrew McCleave, Headmaster.
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