Appointment ofLIFEGUARD CONTENTS3Our Mission Statement andVision1Headmaster’s Introduction7About Ratcliffe College6The Benefits4-5Academic ExcellenceThe Vacancy910-12How to apply / Ratcliffe Terms13-14 Job Description and PersonSpecificationI wish you all the very best of luck with your application. Yours sincerely, Kind regards,Mr J. P. Reddin,Headmaster.Welcome to Ratcliffe College. I am delighted that you are considering applying for a role at our wonderful school. First andforemost, Ratcliffe College is a fantastic place to work. We are blessed with a beautiful physicalenvironment set in almost 200 acres of rolling Leicestershire countryside. Our staff, teaching andnon-teaching, work in harness, daily, to provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for thechildren and young people to enjoy. Our collegiality is built on the foundations of the College’sCatholic faith, which welcomes everyone with the same universality of warmth and respect,embracing difference and cultivating an authentic community which values everyone equally. As a Catholic School with a proud Rosminian heritage which has endured since our Foundationin 1847, our aim is to help young people to achieve their greatest potential, guide theirintellectual growth, nurture their God-given talents, and inspire them to live in service to others.Together, we aim to develop honest, confident, responsible, and compassionate members ofsociety, based on the educational values of Blessed Antonio Rosmini, inspired by our schoolmotto, Legis Plenitudo Charitas’ or Love is the fulfilment of the Law. At Ratcliffe College, Christ is very much at the centre of all that we do. So, if our Missionresonates, and you believe you can be happy and thrive here, I encourage you to apply andjoin our team of staff as we fulfil our Mission.HEADMASTER’S INTRODUCTION12“Learning and Growing in theLight of the Gospel.”With Christ at the centre of our learning we: Help young people to achieve their greatestpotential.Guide their intellectual growth, nurture theirGod-given talents, and inspire them to live inservice to others.Aim to develop honest, confident, responsible andcompassionate members of society, based on theeducational values of Blessed Antonio Rosmini. Our core Rosminian values: 1. Legis Plenitudo Charitas: Love is the Fulfilment ofthe Law. Our community recognises each individual as a uniquepart of God’s creation, nurtures in each a sense ofdignity and self-worth, and fosters supportive andcaring relationships. 2. Rosminian Education pursues the perfection ofboth human nature and the human person. Our students’ intellect and talents are formed by abroad and balanced curriculum, responsive to andsupportive of students’ needs and aspirations. Ourstudents’ moral integrity is developed through theteaching, celebration and the living of Christian faith.3. Intellectual integrity leads us to the Truth. God is the source of all truth. Our staff are encouragedto foster intellectual curiosity, honesty and achievementin their students and within themselves. OUR VISIONTo be a leading independent day and boardingschool, which is financially secure. OURMISSIONSTATEMENTSCAN THE CODE 3-YEAR STRATEGYDEVELOPMENT PLAN 2025-2028.3Ratcliffe College is an Outstanding Roman Catholic,co-educational, day and boarding school for studentsaged between 3 and 18 years, founded in 1847 bythe Institute of Charity (known as the Rosminians). Whilst Ratcliffe operates as a Catholic school, childrenare welcomed from other denominations and faiths whoseparents feel they can share in, and benefit from, the ethosand environment of the College. The majority of studentsat Ratcliffe are day students drawn from the localcatchment area of Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire andDerbyshire. The Senior Leadership Team comprises:Headmaster        Mr J Reddin, BSc, MSc, NPQH Senior Deputy Head        Mr K Ryce, BA, MScDeputy Head Pastoral        Mr J Rainer, BA, MADirector of Safeguarding       Mr J MastertonAssistant Head Academic        Ms J Davis, BA, MScAssistant Head, Head of Sixth Form        Mr B Harrison, BAHead of Preparatory School        Mrs S Minford, BA, MADeputy Head of Preparatory School        Mrs M Markham, BMusDirector of Finance and Operations       Mr C Bellamy, HNDWe witnessed calm classrooms with engaged students working independently, or in covert huddles.The Good Schools Guide (2024)Boarding CommunityRatcliffe benefits from a vibrant, warm and welcomingboarding community that has long been part of the School'shistory. All students are encouraged to participate inboarding during their years at school – as full, weekly, part-time or occasional boarders. Its close-knit community offriends and teachers’ is a supportive environment where ouryoung people thrive. Our boarding community comprises students from both theUK and overseas, including those who join through ourpartnership with the Academy at Leicester City Football Club.The College also offers several short-term internationalboarding programmes throughout the year, including 3–4immersion taster experiences and an annual InternationalSummer School, all delivered by Ratcliffe staff.Boarders benefit from a strong pastoral framework. Eachstudent is supported by a Form Tutor who monitors theiracademic progress and personal development, alongsidethe care and guidance provided by a dedicated andexperienced boarding team.ABOUT RATCLIFFE COLLEGE 4Weekend Activities and EnrichmentAn engaging weekend activities programme is in place,including inter-school sports fixtures on Saturdays. Mostboarders remain on site over the weekend, attending SundayMass in the College’s chapel and taking part in the weeklyBoarding Community Trip and local excursions.This high-quality programme is a distinctive feature of life atRatcliffe, enriching students’ overall experience. A variety of dayand residential educational visits take place throughout theyear, while Activities Week at the end of the Summer Termexemplifies the College’s commitment to educating the wholechild.Boarding Structure and Co-Curricular Life atRatcliffe CollegeThe coordination and oversight of all boardingarrangements are the responsibility of the Deputy HeadPastoral, Mr J Rainer, supported by the Housemaster, Mr JEstevez, and Housemistress, Mrs L Webster. All membersof the boarding leadership team reside on site with theirfamilies, contributing to the warm and inclusiveatmosphere of the boarding community.Ratcliffe College maintains a family-friendly community.This is supported by the enclosed campus and the layoutof the main school building, which houses both academicdepartments and communal boarding facilities, promotingdaily interaction between students and staff.Co-Curricular Opportunities - The ‘Big Six‘Ratcliffe operates a ten-day timetable over two academicweeks (Monday to Friday, with no Saturday morninglessons). However, many day students choose to remainon site after lessons to complete their prep or to take partin the School’s wide-ranging co-curricular programme.Sport, Music, Drama, Combined Cadet Force, the Dukeof Edinburgh’s Award Scheme and Caritas are allextremely popular, in addition to which there is a full andvaried programme of lunchtime and after-school activities,together with a variety of Sixth Form clubs on offer. Co-curricular offering is thelifeblood of the College. Pupilssay they are never bored.The Good Schools Guide, 2024.5Ratcliffe students enjoy an excellent all-roundbalanced education, underpinned by theCollege’s core Rosminian Catholic ethos. While students at Ratcliffe have a broad range ofability, academic success is strongly encouraged,valued and recognised; indeed, the greatlyimproved academic standards in recent years haveproved popular both with parents and prospectiveparents, as reflected in the numbers of studentsapplying to join the College.Ratcliffe College has repeatedly ranked in thetop 10% nationally for value added results at A Level.A Level results achieved in 2025: 45% of A Level grades A*/A 71% grade B or above. Ten percent of students achieved A*/A*/Aor better. One in four students achieved A Level orBTEC grades equivalent to A/A/A orhigher.Over 90% of students typically achieve their firstchoice pathway for life after School. This includesstudents taking up places at Oxford, Cambridge,and other highly selective Russell Group universities;for Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science; andat universities abroad.. ACADEMICEXCELLENCERatcliffe College has been judged ‘Excellent’ in all areas (ISI Inspection, 2022).Read the full Inspection Report here.6THE BENEFITS OFWORKING ATRATCLIFFE COLLEGETPS or Defined ContributionsPension SchemeFree parking on-siteFree lunch and refreshments Professional Developmental opportunities Sport and LeisureFree use of the on-site gym        (at specified times)Leicestershire County Cricket Clubfamily tickets (limited)Staff WellbeingStaff Wellbeing Committee     Free staff social events                        Access to on-site Medical CareRatcliffe College CommunityCommittee Access to the School Counsellor Free health line for staff and theirfamiliesSCAN THE CODE VIRTUAL CAMPUSTOUR.7Pupils have excellent attitudes to learning andconsiderable willingness to participate across all areas oftheir education.ISI Inspectorate, 2022.8LIFEGUARDTO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLEWe have a number of sportsmen and women innetball, hockey, rugby and cricket countyacademies and national teams. We have stronglinks with Leicestershire County Cricket,Loughborough Lightning, Charnwood NetballClub and Leicestershire County Hockey Club,which is enabling us to develop our sportingprovision further as well as hosting our ownnetball academy, with the assistance ofLoughborough Lightning players.As well as our strong links, we have wonderfulfacilities, including two all-weather pitches,swimming pool, synthetic athletics track andplenty of rugby and cricket pitches. For an informal discussion, please contact MarkCole (Director of Sport and Co-curricular)mcole@ratcliffecollege.com for furtherinformation.The advert will close when a suitable candidate isappointed, therefore early application is advised.We are seeking to appoint an enthusiasticLifeguard to work within our Sports Department tosupport swimming during term time - 34 weeks peryear.The hours required are:Monday - 4.30pm - 6.10pmTuesday - 3.15pm - 6.15pmThursday -  3.15pm - 6.00pmSalary - £12.21 per hour at age 215.6 weeks annual leave per annum (to be taken out of term time)Sport at Ratcliffe CollegeAt Ratcliffe College sport matters. Sport can betransformational; it has the ability to change livesand can be a key element of a student’s personaldevelopment. Our coaching philosophy is underpinned byRESPECT; Resilience, Excellence, Sportsmanship,Participation, Enjoyment, Commitment andTeamwork. Our team of dedicated and specialistcoaches and teachers help develop the skills ofour students of all ages. We aim to develop everystudent’s interest in sport, from aspiringinternationals to those for whom sport is just part ofa healthy lifestyle. VACANCY 9JOB DESCRIPTION1010Job Title: Swimming Pool LifeguardResponsible to: Director of Sport & Co Curricular and Head of Prep SportJob Purpose: To ensure the safety of all pool usersMain duties include:Supervising swimmersSpotting hazards and preventing accidentsGiving advice on water safetyControlling unruly behaviourWater rescueFirst aid including CPRYou must hold the following qualification and be over 16 years of age:National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) awarded by the Royal Life Saving Society,and be able to:Jump/dive into deep waterSwim 50 metres in less than 60 secondsTread water for 30 secondsSurface dive to the floor of the poolGeneralTo undertake any other duties that may be necessary from time to time as may be reasonably requested.To work according to the College’s policies and procedures. To work according to Health and Safety regulations being aware for your own safety and the safety ofothers.EssentialDesirableQualifications UK recognised pool lifeguard qualificationFirst Aid certificateKnowledge andExperienceUnderstanding of relevant health and safetylegislationWorked in a school environmentUnderstanding of safeguardingPersonal qualitiesTeam playerGood rapport with Students and staffOrganised and punctualAble to remain calm and efficient underpressureFlexible, aspirational and enthusiastic attitudeBe reflective and have a desire to workeffectively in partnership with colleagues andstudentsExcellent verbal communication skills,including the ability to appropriately correctbehaviour of pool users where necessaryPERSON SPECIFICATION12Visit our vacancies page.Please follow the link above to visit the mainvacancies page on our school website. Searchfor the vacancy you wish to apply for,complete the online application form in fulland submit it to us before the closing date. HOW TO APPLYCOMPLETE AN ONLINEAPPLICATION FORMRatcliffe College reserves the right to interviewand appoint ahead of the closing date.INVITED TO INTERVIEW If you do not hear anything further within twoweeks of the closing date, please assume thatyou have not been successful on this occasion.13Child ProtectionRatcliffe College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expectsall staff to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants arerequired to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” underthe DBS filtering rules), in order to assess their suitability to work with children. For further information, please see the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosures Policy andhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974The College is also registered for the processing of personal data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.Such checks are required in accordance with the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosures policy and the Data Protectionpolicy. Copies of these policies may be obtained from the Director of Finance and Operations upon request.The appointment is subject to satisfactory:References, of which one must be from a current or most recent employer if not currently in employmentDisclosure and Barring Service check (including children’s barred list check if appropriate)Open source checkProof of identityRight to work checkQualifications checkHealth screeningRATCLIFFE TERMS14Ratcliffe College, Fosse Way, Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Leicester, LE7 4SGwww.ratcliffecollege.comHR: 01509 817089HR@ratcliffecollege.com