Deputy Head (Academic) – Charterhouse

Charterhouse seeks an outstanding Deputy Head (Academic) to lead and co-ordinate all aspects of the academic life of the School.

Start date: January 2026

The Deputy Head (Academic) is responsible to the Head & CEO for the development of the School’s academic strategy as well as the promotion of an academic culture based on excellence, engagement and achievement.

This is an important leadership role and, as such, the Deputy Head (Academic) is a member of the School’s Strategy and Business Committee, which is the School’s most senior executive group. Reporting to the Principal Deputy Head, the Deputy Head (Academic) line manages a team of Assistant Heads who, with the Heads of Academic Departments, collectively ensure the highest academic standards at the School.

The successful candidate will combine a track record of outstanding school-based academic leadership with a proven ability to work collaboratively in such a way as to inspire pupils, staff and parents. Charterhouse’s next Deputy Head (Academic) will be ready to take on this exciting challenge.

We warmly invite people from all backgrounds to share their passions, skills and ideas and who can help us to lead and inspire the next generation in an environment where everyone can flourish. 

A competitive package, reflecting the seniority of the role and experience of the candidate is available.

Potential applicants who would like to find out more about this exceptional opportunity are invited to contact one of the RSAcademics team working on this project for a confidential conversation:

• Sarah Glencross, Head of Senior School Search: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com
• Martin Collier, Senior Advisor: martincollier@rsacademics.com
• Claire Oulton, Head of Leadership Appointments UK: claireoulton@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday 22 May 2025 at 10.00am (UK time).

Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now” and upload your documents according to the instructions provided.

You should submit the following (both in PDF format):

• a completed application form
• a covering letter addressed to the Head, Dr Alex Peterken. The letter should explain why you are a suitable candidate, addressing the key competencies outlined in the job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Jonathan Barnes, Head of Operations (Leadership Appointments) at: applications@rsacademics.com. Jonathan can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)204 6269 791.

Charterhouse 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 & Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.