Director of Academic Studies & Scholarship – Glendower Preparatory School

The Governors of Glendower Preparatory School are seeking to appoint a Director of Academic Studies & Scholarship.

Required for September 2025

This is a new role, created at an exciting time for the School as it implements and further develops its ambitious vision. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing academic provision across the School, ensuring excellence in teaching and learning. They will be a member of SLT, reporting directly to the Head. 

Glendower Preparatory School is a forward-looking, leading independent day school for girls aged from 3 to 11, rooted in a rich history of empowering tomorrow’s brightest girls since 1895.  The School provides an enriching and forward-thinking education, encouraging pupils to embrace scholarship, intellectual risk-taking and a commitment to lifelong learning.  The School’s commitment to academic excellence goes hand in hand with prioritising emotional well-being and celebrating the joy of childhood.

A commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and intellectual curiosity as well as to girls’ education is essential for this role.  The successful applicant will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to manage change effectively, leading staff with energy and purpose. They will also have experience in using data to drive academic outcomes. 

Potential candidates who would like a confidential initial conversation about this headship should contact one of the RSAcademics search consultants working on this project:

Kate Howe, Search Consultant: katehowe@rsacademics.com

Liz Francis, Senior Advisor: lizfrancis@rsacademics.com

The deadline for this application is 10.00am (UK time) on Monday 10 March 2025.

Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now” on the right side of this webpage 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, Ms Claire Boyd.  The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Laura Beacon, Project Coordinator (Leadership Appointments), at: applications@rsacademics.com.  Laura can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)1858 383163.

Glendower Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and 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 the role are indicated in the candidate information.

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