Chair of Governors – Abingdon School

Job title:

Chair of Governors – Abingdon School

Company

Odgers Berndtson

Job description

Abingdon School is one of the leading independent day and boarding schools in the UK combining over 760 years of tradition with a modern outlook for some 1000 pupils in the Senior School and 200 pupils in the Prep School. The School prides itself on outstanding academic performance, excellent pastoral care and the highly-regarded extra-curricular programme, ‘The Other Half’. The School seeks to prepare its pupils for the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing world, offering an outstanding educational experience through world-class teaching and access to modern facilities. This is an exciting time for Abingdon, which recently announced its intention to turn co-educational. Abingdon Prep School will admit girls to its Pre-Prep from September 2024; and to Years 3 to 6 from September 2025. Abingdon Senior School will admit girls to its 1st Year (Year 7) and Sixth Form (Year 12) from September 2026.Professor Mike Stevens has led the Governing Board with distinction and, in partnership with the Head, Mike Windsor, has overseen an outstanding programme of development at Abingdon. The Board now seeks a Chair with high level commercial and generalist abilities, along with a strong track record of leadership and an understanding of strategic and financial oversight and management at board level. The successful candidate will have proven commercial acumen, sound judgement, strong communication skills and a strong sense of ambition for the School. An understanding of, and commitment to, the mission and values of Abingdon School will be essential.The closing date for applications is 9am BST Monday 30 September.A candidate brief including details of the role and information on how to apply will be available to download soon.Further information on Abingdon School can be found at:Abingdon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Abingdon School recognises the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.In order to proceed with your application, please either:Click ‘Add to list’ if you would like to look at other roles before starting to apply.

Expected salary

Location

England

Job date

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 03:56:20 GMT

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