Vacancies

Head of Senior School

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Head of Senior School to join Lucton School, which is set in beautiful grounds in rural Herefordshire and is currently in an exciting phase of its 300+ year history under new management.

The Head of Senior School is responsible for the academic progress and pastoral welfare of all students within Years 6-11. They will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will report directly to the Head, working together to develop and carry out a strategic vision for the phase that aligns with the whole school vision and values. They will be responsible for ensuring that students in Years 6-11 make excellent progress academically, as well as taking on the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensuring that students receive the highest quality of pastoral care.

A full job description, information pack and application form may be obtained from the School or downloaded from the website (https://www.luctonschool.org/vacancies/).

Application deadline:

Monday 27th June 2022

The school will review applications on an ongoing basis and reserves the right to recruit at any stage during the selection process.

Lucton 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, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Head of ICT (Teaching)

Are you an enthusiastic ICT Teacher looking for a new leadership role? Would you be up for the challenge of leading a department?

We are seeking an eager Head of ICT to play a key teaching role in our wonderful school in Herefordshire.

About The Position

The Head of ICT will teach ICT (and/or Computing) and lead the department.

Contract Type: Term-Time, Full-Time, Monday to Friday, Permanent

Salary: Commensurate on experience

Benefits: On-Site Parking, Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance

Start Date: September 2022

Application Closing Date: 27^th June 2022

You will be responsible for:

• The day-to-day running of the subject within the school;
• Leading and provide a point of contact for all matters concerning the teaching of ICT;
• Raising the profile of ICT within the curricular and co-curricular programme;
• ensuring that courses are maintained and updated in line with changing School and societal needs;
• Monitoring national subject specific initiatives and the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work and teaching and learning strategies in the subject and to inform the Director of Learning of any significant changes;
• Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team.

To find out more about this role please read our Job Description presented below.

How To Apply

If you feel like this role may be of interest to you, please download our Application Form provided below and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk

Lucton 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, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Residential Graduate Assistants
(Academic/Sports/Music/Drama)

We have an exciting opportunity for new Residential Graduate Assistants to join Lucton School, which is set in beautiful grounds in rural Herefordshire and is currently in an exciting phase of its 300+ year history under new management.

You will support the academic, sport, music or drama departments throughout the school (Prep School to Sixth Form), as well as working within the boarding houses with students from 7 to 18 years old. You will also help out with lifeguarding in the school swimming pool, which training will be provided for.

This is an excellent opportunity to see what life in a boarding school environment is like and to contribute to a school that is currently in an exciting stage of its development.
A full job description, information pack and application form may be obtained from the School or downloaded from the website (https://www.luctonschool.org/vacancies/).
For more details, please contact Reham Johnson (recruitment@luctonschool.org).

Application deadline:
Monday 27th June 2022

The school will review applications on an ongoing basis and reserves the right to recruit at any stage during the selection process.
Lucton 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, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are looking for enthusiastic Minibus Driver to join our school at Lucton School., Lucton, Herefordshire, HR6 9PN.

About Lucton School

Lucton School is a thriving, co-educational, independent day and boarding school set within the idyllic Herefordshire countryside, welcoming students from 6 months to 18 years.

Students at Lucton benefit from small classes, a friendly atmosphere and an idyllic rural location. The school provides an excellent all-round education which aims to bring out the very best in each individual. There are extensive sports facilities and a good mix of day students, weekly boarders and full boarders.

About the Position

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Drive a Minibus in a safe manner and in compliance with highway regulations
• Be responsible for the health & safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff
• Carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks, including fire precautions, ensuring vehicles are roadworthy
• Carry out basic maintenance of vehicles and equipment as required
• Report any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents in the vehicle log book and to the Head
• Maintain all vehicles in a clean, hygienic and tidy condition both inside and out at all times, including replacement vehicles
• Refuel vehicles as required and log all receipts
• Cover for absent colleagues
• Work within health and safety guidelines as set out in the school Minibus Drivers’ Operating instructions
• To work to pre-planned schedules and complete any record of work, record of driving and accident reports that may be required by law, the School, the ‘Code of Practice’ or procedures manual
• To deal with emergencies, according to School procedure
• To be able to communicate effectively, and act as a first point of contact between children, parents, teachers and school staff
• Undertake any other associated duties as required by the Head

About You

As this position requires you to drive the school bus, it is important you hold a Full and Clean UK Drivers Licence with D1 entitlement. We are also looking for someone who:

• Has driving experience, with D1 license
• Has basic DIY skills and in-depth understanding of maintenance procedures
• Has strong problem-solving skills for addressing safety and maintenance concerns
• Is organised, good at multi-tasking and scheduling
• Ability to work occasional weekends or out of hours for events such as Open Days
• PCV license desirable

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

Working Hours: Mondays – Fridays, 6.30am/7:00am – 8.30am/9:00am and 3.30pm-5.30pm

Benefits: Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance

Salary: £9.50 per hour

Application Closing Date: 27th June 2022

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Lucton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.