Head of Residential House

About The Role HEAD OF RESIDENTIAL HOUSE Residential boarding house for boys aged 12-18. Required for September 2025 An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the middle leadership team of one of the most successful boarding schools in England. We seek an enthusiastic graduate. High energy levels and good inter-personal skills will be essential. Closing date for applications: Monday 13 January 2025 at midnight Interview: Wednesday 22 January 2025 About Us Residential boarding at Gordon’s has been recognised by Ofsted in each of its last five inspections as offering outstanding boarding provision. The house system is at the heart of the school and each student is considered a boarder. Whomever is appointed will be responsible for the leadership and management of the House of approximately 80 boys. High energy levels, a spirit of service, and good inter-personal skills will be essential. Typically, the applicant, or one of the applicant couple, will be a teacher. The position is available on a single or joint appointment; see the job description for further detail. Set in a beautiful 50-acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Recognised by HM Chief Inspector of Schools as one of England’s finest non-selective schools, Gordon’s has circa 980 students including 270 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form. In 2024, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9-4, including English and mathematics, was 89%. The A*-C pass rate at A-Level was 88%, with 71% of the grades A*-B. These results rank Gordon's amongst the top non-selective schools in England for progress and attainment. Massively over-subscribed, Gordon’s size ensures that every student is well known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self-discipline, and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care. “Gordon’s is an outstanding school in every respect.” OFSTED Gordon’s is a State Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children - applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check and on-line search. Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received; therefore, interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline.

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