Summary

Part of Sherborne Area Schools' Trust
School name
Shaftesbury School
Address
Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8ER
School type
Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
Age range
11 to 18
Size
782 pupils enrolled
Email address
office@shaftesburyschool.co.uk
Website address
http://www.shaftesburyschool.co.uk (opens in new tab)

About Shaftesbury School

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In our most recent inspection in March 2023, we were delighted that we were judged by Ofsted as being “Good”. The report reflects the wonderful quality of education we provide, the nurturing environment we have cultivated, and the positive impact we make on the lives of our students. The inspectors commended our commitment to excellence, the strength of our teaching and learning, and the exceptional progress our students have made under the guidance of our team. Our SIAMS inspection also highlighted that we have areas of excellence across the school community and we are a place where young people thrive.

At Shaftesbury School we hold an educational vison close to hearts of everyone “being the best they can be”. Just as Jesus used the parable of The Good Samaritan to explain, “love thy neighbour as thyself”, we too have this at the root of our ethos. This vision and ethos is brought to life through our core values; Belonging, Empathy, Service and Thrive. Staff have the highest expectations of every student and guide them to ensure they become confident learners, who will leave Shaftesbury School with an excellent level of knowledge, skills and experience to flourish in an ever-changing world.

We are pleased to be part of SAST. There is real strength in coming together with a collective responsibility for all of the children’s development and progress between 0-19 years. We believe in preserving schools in the local community. This means that there will be considerable local expertise to support staff with the chance to make a contribution to any wider developments.

Shaftesbury School is a great place to work and is a beautiful town itself; most students come from Shaftesbury and the surrounding area. The school is set on the edge of the town, close to the A303 and within easy commuting distance from the south coast of England, Bath, Salisbury, Yeovil and Wimborne.  

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role will include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to day basis. SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will meet the person specification and is subject to an enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Location and map

Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8ER

Current jobs

1:1 Learning Support Mentor

Role
Teaching assistant
Full time equivalent salary
£18,586.00 - £18,881.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 5, Scale Point 5-6
Working pattern
  • Full time

    • School Administrator

    Role
    Administration hr data and finance
    Full time equivalent salary
    £8,923.00 - £9,357.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 6, Point 6 - 9 (subject to experience)
    Working pattern
  • Part time

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