Non-Teaching Year Leader Years 7-11

We at The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exist to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy.

We are a coeducational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area and a lively community of around 400 Full Boarders, heavily involved in a wide range of after-school and weekend activities and trips.

Our Ofsted inspection of March 2024 states "pupils are happy and well cared for at Royal Alexandra and Albert School. They benefit from positive relationships with staff across the school. Pupils feel safe, confident that if they report any concerns or worries they will be dealt with".

We are currently looking to make changes to our school pastoral structure by introducing non-teaching Year Leaders. For full details please view the attached brochure with background information about our school and the role.

We are looking for candidates from a range of backgrounds, who:

· Are passionate about supporting young people to develop ambition and achieve great success

· Offer inspirational and caring guidance for young people

· Work collaboratively, asks questions, and is keen to learn

You will need to have the commitment and enthusiasm to be part of a dynamic, well managed and successful team.

Applicants who are interested in the position can make further enquiries by contacting Joe Gale, Deputy Head Achievement and Inclusion by email: joegale@gatton-park.org.uk

The Royal Alexandra and Albert School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post if successful, including an Enhanced DBS check. Staff must be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety regulations, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns as appropriate. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

At The Royal Alexandra and Albert School we strive to be inclusive and value the positive impact of diversity and equality within our school. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and particularly encourage those from ethnic minority groups who reflect the diversity, and varied cultural and ethnic backgrounds, of our student community / boarding community.