Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education.We have a co-educational community of over 500 students aged from 4-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 countries.We also run a series of additional programmes during the holiday periods, including our world-renowned Gordonstoun International Summer School (GISS).We are looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic individual to lead the team responsible for the planning, development and delivery of our International Summer School. You will be the onsite programme lead whilst the Summer School is in operation.You will bring significant management and delivery experience in a similar role.You will have a positive, innovative, creative and flexible approach, and a proven track-record of leading change and improvement.Degree or significant relevant experience.Significant management experience, preferably in an equivalent environment working with children and young people.Excellent IT and Planning skills.Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.If you’re excited to learn more, please email recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk or contact us on 01343 837 837.Closing date: 08 November 2024Shortlisting:Week beginning 11 November 2024Interviews: Week beginning 25 November 2024Selection processes taking place: Presentation and InterviewAbout the SchoolGordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18.Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too.It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.
**Skills Required**
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiastic, diligent and calm under pressure
• A positive and proactive attitude
• Flexible, with a can-do attitude
• Ability to seek and implement creative solutions
• Someone who creates a positive and cooperative working environment
• A commitment to Gordonstoun’s unique educational ethos
• A commitment to doing the best for students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
**Qualifications Required**
• Significant experience at a management level
• Experience working with children and young people
• Experience leading change and improvement
• Able to prioritise tasks and organise own time effectively
• Excellent IT skills, including experience of MS Office applications and MS Teams
**Keywords**
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