Location: UK

Head – Maltman’s Green School

Start date – April or September 2026

Maltman’s Green is a thriving Independent Preparatory School, renowned for its high academic achievement with a proud legacy of pushing the boundaries of female education. The School provides a nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to face challenges and take risks, developing resilience and confidence to prepare them well for the challenges ahead.

The Governors are enormously grateful to Mrs Jill Walker who has led the School so successfully. They are now looking to appoint a forward-thinking, innovative and visionary Head to succeed her on her retirement at the end of the Spring Term 2026. They are seeking someone with a proven background of leadership and senior management, who will underpin the Maltman’s Green’s guiding principle that “Better Never Ends”.

The Governors will be looking for an energetic, eloquent, and empathetic leader who relishes the interface with parents. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, passionate about teaching and learning, and particularly committed to providing excellent education for girls. The School takes great pride in offering pupils a broad and enriching curriculum, delivered with a steadfast commitment to excellence. Children are exceptionally well prepared for transfer to Buckinghamshire grammar schools, as well as prestigious independent day and boarding schools, so an understanding of the complexities of senior school transfer in this area will be paramount.

The new Head will join a strong, established school with exciting opportunities to consolidate its current provision and extend its reach in the current market.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration package with a salary commensurate with the seniority of the post and the experience of the successful candidate. Private medical insurance and fee remission for the Head’s children is offered (subject to suitable places being available in the School).

A three-bedroom house in the grounds of the School is also available if required. Pension arrangements are offered via a defined contribution scheme, with employer contributions up to 17.5%.

Potential candidates wishing to discuss the post confidentially are invited to contact RSAcademics as follows:

Louisa Barham, Search Consultant: louisabarham@rsacademics.com

Diana Watkins, Senior Advisor: dianawatkins@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Friday 13th June 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 Mrs Diana Honey, Chair of Governors.  The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

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.

  • Maltman’s Green 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.

Director of Marketing and Admissions – Kent College Pembury

Kent College is an ISI “Excellent” boarding and day school for around 400 pupils from 3 to 18. The School is set in 75 acres of beautiful countryside in Pembury, just outside Tunbridge Wells and is within 35 minutes of central London. Kent College ensures that every student succeeds above and beyond their potential, as shown by the outstanding value-added results, and families appreciate the focus on the individual and nurturing and compassionate environment.

This is a pivotal new role on the Executive Leadership Team and the postholder will play an integral role in implementing the School’s vision and strategy, with a focus on pupil number growth. Reporting directly to the Head, the successful candidate will provide inspiring leadership to a team of marketing and admissions professionals. They will communicate the Kent College positioning in a compelling way and will demonstrate the agility and strategic skills to respond to future challenges and opportunities across the independent school sector.  

The successful applicant will be a strategic and senior marketing professional, with extensive stakeholder management and influencing skills gained from within or outside the education sector. Enthusiasm, creativity and a collaborative approach are fundamental to this role. 

Salary: In the region of £70,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.   

Interested candidates wishing to arrange an informal, confidential discussion about the role should contact:

Susannah Thompson, Search Consultant: susannahthompson@RSAcademics.com 

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Monday 16 June 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, Miss Katrina Handford. The letter should be a maximum of two pages and should explain your reasons for applying and outline your suitability for the role.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Laura Cave, Project Coordinator at applications@rsacademics.com.  Laura can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)204 6269 791.

Kent College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers 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.    

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. 

Head – St Catherine’s School

To start January or April 2026

All schools speak of their high standards for pastoral care, teaching and learning, and co-curricular provision and we are very proud of our record of excellence in these areas. However, what sets St Catherine’s apart is our school culture. The inclusive and caring Catholic Christian ethos welcomes girls of all faiths and none, and the vibrant community celebrates friendship and belonging, and ensures each person feels supported and valued.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and energetic leader who will embrace the values of the School and lead St Catherine’s with confidence into this next period. The next Head will be someone enthusiastic about leading a strong and dynamic curriculum that prepares girls well for the future, while also ensuring pastoral care and co-curricular provision promote pupils’ confidence, integrity and resilience. 

At a time of considerable challenge for the independent sector, the successful candidate needs to have the vision, creativity and ambition to take the School forward into the next stage of its development. With a genuine passion for girls’ education, the successful candidate will have the ability to foster effective, collaborative relationships, within the school community and beyond. 

Governors look forward to meeting applicants with management experience in schools, and those with the appetite for the challenge, responsibility and privilege of school leadership. The successful candidate will work with a very experienced, personable and innovative senior leadership team and a committed and supportive Governing Board; further training and mentoring will also be available to assist the new Head.

If you have the professional and personal skills needed to become the next Head of St Catherine’s, we will be delighted to consider your application.

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

Camilla Oulton, Search Consultant camillaoulton@rsacademics.com 

Sarah Glencross, Head of UK Senior School Appointments: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com  or

Sarah Evans, Senior Advisor sarahevans@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is Wednesday 18 June 2025 at 10.00am UK time.

Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on Apply Now on the right side of this page and upload your documents according to the instructions provided.

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

  • a completed application form. The application form is available to download from the Apply Now link. 
  • a covering letter addressed to Sylvia Hamilton, Chair of Governors.  The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator at: applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44 (0) 204 6269 791.

The School 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 applicant will be subject to a number of safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS, Barred List and social media checks as part of Keeping Children Safe in Education, and once in post, receive further training and updates.

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.

 

Head of Senior School – Kent College Pembury

Kent College Pembury is a boarding and day school from 3 to 18 years. The School, currently co-educational from Nursery to Year 3, began admitting boys to the Prep School in September 2023 and will admit boys into all Prep year groups up to Year 6 from September 2025. In the Senior School and Sixth Form, Kent College currently provides for girls aged from 11 to 18 years. The School was rated “Excellent “by ISI for both pupils’ achievements and pupils’ personal development in June 2023.

Set in a 75-acre rural parkland estate in Pembury, just outside Tunbridge Wells, the School is centred on a Victorian manor house and boasts excellent facilities including The Countess of Wessex Theatre, science centre, swimming pool, two indoor sports halls, music centre, Astroturf pitch, library & art centre, forest school, dance studio and a purpose-built boarding house. The grounds are adjacent to Pembury Old Church and the nearest railway stations are in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

The Prep School is located on the same central site, housed in its own buildings and sharing many of the facilities at the Senior School.

The School aims to unlock the potential of all by nurturing, valuing and celebrating each individual and creating an aspirational environment in which intellectual curiosity and academic excellence can flourish. The School is also looking to equip pupils with the skills and attributes required to make a purposeful contribution as global citizens whilst placing physical, spiritual and mental wellbeing at the centre of school life. As a member of the Methodist Independent Schools’ Trust (MIST), these aims reflect the Methodist value of “doing all the good you can”.

The post of Head of Senior School is a new role that is being created to strengthen and add capacity to the School’s executive leadership and management structure. The new Head of Senior School will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Senior School (ages 11-18), and will work closely with the Head and Executive Team on devising and implementing the School’s strategic vision.

The role is a tremendous prospect for aspiring senior leaders with the skills, passion and personality to take on the role of Head of Senior School, being responsible for the smooth running of the Senior School and reporting to Katrina Handford in her role as Head of Kent College. The School is looking for a strong team player with excellent communication skills and a leader comfortable with fast-paced change. Already an experienced senior leader in a comparable environment and, with an impressive track record of delivery through significant periods of change and development, you will possess strong organisational skills. You will have the ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure with multiple stakeholders and to tight deadlines. A flexible approach and highly developed interpersonal skills and excellent judgement, integrity, independent thought, and sense of fairness will also be required.

Potential candidates wishing to discuss this post are invited to arrange a confidential discussion with one of the consultants handling this appointment:

Miranda Landale, Search Consultant – mirandalandale@rsacademics.com

Peter Bodkin, Senior Advisor – peterbodkin@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 3 June 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 Miss Katrina Handford, Head of Kent College Pembury. The letter should explain your reasons for applying and your match to the job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Laura Cave, Project Coordinator at applications@rsacademics.com.  Laura can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)204 6269 791.

Kent College Pembury is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers 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.

 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.

Headteacher (Primary and Secondary) - De La Salle College, Jersey  

Required for January or April 2026 

This is a new role, created at an exciting time for the College as it implements and further develops its ambitious vision which includes the merging of the Primary and Secondary schools. The successful candidate will lead the day-to-day operations of the new Primary and Secondary School and will work closely with the Head of College/ CEO to implement the strategic goals of the College.   

This appointment is a great opportunity for the right individual to make a lasting impact on the College. The new Headteacher will embrace the College’s aims of empowering young men through its strong Catholic ethos and Lasallian values, leading them on an educational journey which is distinctive and allows them to be successful in their own lives.  

First class communication skills, an ability to plan and implement strategy, strong people skills and a passion for education are essential for this role. The successful applicant will be a clear communicator, able to translate vision into outcomes and able to bring out the best in others.   

A generous package and support for relocation is available.  

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

Sarah Glencross, Search Consultant: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com 

James Fowler, Senior Advisor: jamesfowler@rsacademics.com 

The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday 12 June at 10.00am UK time.  

Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on Apply Now on the right side of this page and upload your documents according to the instructions provided.

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

  • a completed application form. The application form is available to download from the Apply Now link. 
  • a covering letter addressed to Mr Jason Turner, Head of College & CEO.  The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator at: applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44 (0) 204 6269 791.

 

De La Salle College, Jersey 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. 

Director of Marketing and Communications – St Paul’s Girls’ School

A highly attractive and sector leading remuneration package is offered, reflecting the seniority of the position.

St Paul’s Girls’ School (SPGS) is an historic and highly successful day school in the heart of West London, welcoming some 840 students aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1904 by the Worshipful Company of Mercers, it is one of the country’s leading independent day schools for girls. SPGS is committed to providing a cutting edge, relevant and future proof education. Public exam results are consistently outstanding and SPGS has been named as ‘Independent School of the Year by Academic Excellence 2025’ in the Sunday Times Parent Power schools guide.

Sarah Fletcher, the current High Mistress, is retiring this summer after eight highly successful years. The Director of Marketing and Communications will play a pivotal role in the next exciting chapter at SPGS, reporting to, and working closely with, Liz Hewer, who takes up her position as High Mistress in September 2025. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an extraordinary school. 

This key leadership role requires an authentic, persuasive, collaborative ambassador for the school, capable of developing relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a creative approach, eager to shape and inspire their team.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in strategic marketing, communications and brand management, gained either from within or outside the sector. They will have good knowledge of, and a genuine interest in, the educational landscape and a keen understanding of the evolving factors influencing parental choice – particularly in the context of independent education for girls.

Interested candidates wishing to arrange an informal, confidential discussion about the role should contact:

Susannah Thompson, Search Consultant: susannahthompson@RSAcademics.com

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Thursday 5 June 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 High Mistress Elect, Liz Hewer. The letter should be a maximum of two pages and should explain your reasons for applying and outline your suitability for the role.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Laura Cave, Project Coordinator at applications@rsacademics.com.  Laura can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)204 6269 791.

 St Paul’s Girls’ School 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, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online searches.

 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.

Head – Ditcham Park School

Required for September 2026

Ditcham Park School, just outside Petersfield, is situated on top of the South Downs in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a co-educational, 3-16 independent day school of some 400 pupils. Small class sizes, excellent teaching and outstanding pastoral care are the hallmarks of the School. The School benefits from outstanding facilities on its 16-acre site.

This appointment is a great opportunity for an existing or aspiring Head to make a lasting impact on the School. The new Head will embrace and personify the School’s aims to: identify and develop each child’s interests and abilities; promote academic excellence; provide an environment where pupils are happy and where they can flourish; prepare pupils for the future and develop strong connections with the community. 

Outstanding leadership and management skills, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education will be crucial. The successful applicant will be a strategic thinker with the ability to inspire and enthuse, to be highly visible and both sensitive and firm in direction. The new Head will shape and drive the School’s future through the likely economic and political challenges of the coming years.

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

Angela Short, Head of Search: angelashort@rsacademics.com  

Isabel Patchett, Search Consultant: isabelpatchett@rsacademics.com

Liz Francis, Senior Advisor: lizfrancis@rsacademics.com   

The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 30 May 2025 at 10.00am UK time.

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 Mr Roger Overend, Chair of Governors. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

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.

  • DPS 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.

Deputy Head Community & Co-Curricular – James Allen’s Girls’ School

Start date – January 2026

Do you have a passion for life and learning? If so, our inspirational team at JAGS is looking for a colleague to join the school’s Leadership Team as Deputy Head Community & Co-Curricular. Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young learners across Years 7 to 13 in this, one of the UK’s leading independent schools.

With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School, JAGS, provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Awarded the title of London Independent School of the Year 2024 by the Sunday Times, the school has entered an exciting new phase in its development. Your input will help to bring a bold educational vision to life for all students and colleagues as we work together to develop this already exceptional school in its next chapter.

Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:

  • To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
  • To champion social awareness and sustainability
  • To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student
  • To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders
  • To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals

If this matches your educational vision, then this is the perfect time to join the Leadership Team. We are looking for a well-qualified graduate to join this exceptional staff body who shares our vision, is committed to full and broad educational opportunities for young people, is passionate about building partnerships within the local community and who will bring their own individuality to this warm and supportive team. In addition, the postholder will be an exceptional logistician, who understands the complexities of planning and organization within a busy London day school, and who leads teams to work collaboratively to plan and implement programmes of outstanding opportunities, enrichment and activities.   

The Deputy Head Community & Co-Curricular will work within a team of three Deputy Heads who work closely and collaboratively to:

  • assist the Head in communicating and delivering the strategic vision for the school.
  • ensure that JAGS is an outstanding place to work.
  • ensure that the students receive an exceptional all-round educational experience.
  • deputise for the Head, as
  • exercise academic, logistical, pastoral and community leadership in school.

And in particular, in this role, the Deputy Head Community & Co-Curricular will:

  • organise and co-ordinate the logistics of the daily routines and events of the Senior School
  • provide strategic leadership for the co-curricular vision at JAGS
  • provide strategic leadership for the school’s partnerships and community outreach programmes

The talent and dedication of our staff team makes JAGS an outstanding place to work and we are committed to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for our staff. Teamwork plays an important role within our staff body: the staff love to enhance the experience of the students both in and out of the classroom by sharing good practice, resources and ideas. Our GCSE and A Level results are outstanding, as you would expect from this highly selective school. At JAGS, however, we believe there is so much more to education than simply exam results.  

Our staff believe strongly in enrichment, extension and a vibrant co-curriculum; we aim to build adventure, critical thinking, confidence, independence and a sense of community into each experience. 

In addition, any prospective candidate must show an active commitment to the values and expectations of our school community and to the welfare of the pupils within it. The enthusiasm to assist in a strong co-curriculum is an important quality of all who work at JAGS. 

We offer:

  • The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK 
  • A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff 
  • A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision 
  • An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff 
  • Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning 
  • A diverse benefits package including:
    • Competitive salary
    • Choice of Teachers’ Pension Scheme or generous alternative defined contribution scheme
    • Free onsite parking
    • Free gym membership with discounted family rates
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Free lunches
    • Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
    • School fee discount
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Interest-free computer loans
    • Interest-free transport season ticket loans

What you can offer us:

  • Outstanding leadership skills, commitment to building partnerships within the local community and superb organisational skills
  • A passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to teach your specialist subject to highly able pupils across KS3, GCSE and A Level
  • A talent for motivating and enthusing young learners to achieve their best
  • Kindness and open-mindedness
  • Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm and a personal ethos of lifelong learning
  • Resilience and optimism; someone who is willing to go the extra mile in the busy life of the school
  • Team-working abilities and a keenness to enable all colleagues to contribute ideas and be part of positive change
  • Commitment to the well-being and safeguarding of all students and staff
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-racism in the school community

We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.

We welcome applications from both the independent and maintained sectors and know that our school is strengthened when staff and pupils feel a true sense of belonging. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements. The school operates its own generous and competitive pay scales and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and the nature of this role.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact RSAcademics to arrange a confidential discussion with one of the consultants handing this appointment:

Isabel Patchett, Search Consultant: isabelpatchett@rsacademics.com or

Sarah Glencross, Head of Senior School Search: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of the application is 10.00am on Thursday 29 May 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, Mrs Alex Hutchinson. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

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.

JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.

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.

Deputy Head Academic – James Allen’s Girls’ School

Your dynamic and creative approach will help encourage and champion today’s young learners across Years 7 to 13 in this, one of the UK’s leading independent schools.

Required from January 2026

With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School, JAGS, provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusive recruitment and inclusion in the workplace. Awarded the title of London Independent School of the Year 2024 by the Sunday Times, the school has entered an exciting new phase in its development. Your input will help to bring a bold educational vision to life for all students and colleagues as we work together to develop this already exceptional school in its next chapter.

Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:

  • To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
  • To champion social awareness and sustainability
  • To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student
  • To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders
  • To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals

If this matches your educational vision, then this is the perfect time to join the Leadership Team. We are looking for a well-qualified graduate to join this exceptional staff body who shares our vision, is committed to full and broad educational opportunities for young people, is passionate about an exceptional learning experience for young people and who will bring their own individuality to this warm and supportive team. In addition, the postholder will be an outstanding educationalist who offers an innovative and ambitious vision for the academic life of this busy London day school, and who leads teams to work collaboratively to  plan and implement programmes of outstanding depth, enrichment and rigour.   

The Deputy Head Academic will work within a team of three Deputy Heads who work closely and collaboratively to:

  • assist the Head in communicating and delivering the strategic vision for the school.
  • ensure that JAGS is an outstanding place to work.
  • ensure that the students receive an exceptional all-round educational experience.
  • deputise for the Head, as
  • exercise academic, logistical, pastoral and community leadership in school.

And in particular, in this role, the Deputy Head Academic will:

  • provide strategic leadership for the academic life of the school

The talent and dedication of our staff team makes JAGS an outstanding place to work and we are committed to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for our staff. Teamwork plays an important role within our staff body: the staff love to enhance the experience of the students both in and out of the classroom by sharing good practice, resources and ideas. Our GCSE and A Level results are outstanding, as you would expect from this highly selective school. At JAGS, however, we believe there is so much more to education than simply exam results.  

Our staff believe strongly in enrichment, extension and a vibrant curriculum; we aim to build adventure, critical thinking, confidence, independence and a sense of community into each experience. 

In addition, any prospective candidate must show an active commitment to the values and expectations of our school community and to the welfare of the pupils within it. The enthusiasm to assist in a strong co-curriculum is an important quality of all who work at JAGS. 

We offer:

  • The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK 
  • A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff 
  • A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision 
  • An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff 
  • Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning 
  • A diverse benefits package including:
    • Competitive salary
    • Choice of Teachers’ Pension Scheme or generous alternative defined contribution scheme
    • Free onsite parking
    • Free gym membership with discounted family rates
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Free lunches
    • Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
    • School fee discount
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Interest-free computer loans
    • Interest-free transport season ticket loans

 What you can offer us:

  • Outstanding leadership skills, with a commitment to an exceptional learning experience for young people
  • Experience of innovative pedagogy of the highest standard
  • A passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to teach your specialist subject to highly able pupils across KS3, GCSE and A Level
  • A talent for motivating and enthusing young learners to achieve their best
  • Kindness and open-mindedness
  • Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm and a personal ethos of lifelong learning
  • Resilience and optimism; someone who is willing to go the extra mile in the busy life of the school
  • Team-working abilities and a keenness to enable all colleagues to contribute ideas and be part of positive change
  • Commitment to the well-being and safeguarding of all students and staff
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-racism in the school community

We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.

We welcome applications from both the independent and maintained sectors and know that our school is strengthened when staff and pupils feel a true sense of belonging. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements. The school operates its own generous and competitive pay scales and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and the nature of this role.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact RSAcademics to arrange a confidential discussion with one of the consultants handing this appointment:

Jenny Funnell, Search Consultant: jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com or

Sarah Glencross, Head of Senior School Search: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of the application is 10.00am on Thursday 29 May 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, Mrs Alex Hutchinson. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

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.

JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.

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.

Head – Bethany School

The post falls vacant on his retirement in September 2026.

Bethany is a thriving independent boarding and day school for 330 children aged 11-18 and is enjoying an ever-growing reputation for the quality of its teaching and the excellent pastoral care on offer. It is recognised internationally for its success in the education of dyslexic pupils and also has a strong performing arts faculty. Within its beautiful setting in 60 acres of beautiful Kent countryside, the school brings together a strong sense of tradition and a culture of innovation, underpinned by a warm, caring and inclusive community spirit.

The Governors seek an outstanding Head with the vision, warmth and energy to take the school forward into the next stage of development.  The successful candidate will be an inspirational, inclusive and experienced senior educationalist with a proven track record of success, excellence in all leadership skills, a commitment to co-education, business awareness, and a true appreciation of the myriad of opportunities offered by life in a school community based on strong Christian values.

Competitive salary and the package includes a 4/5 bedroom house on site.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange a confidential discussion with one of the consultants handling this appointment:

Jenny Funnell: jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com or

Sarah Evans: sarahevans@rsacademics.com 

Deadline for applications: 10.00am UK time on 27 May, 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 Chair of Governors, Mr Jonathan Fenn.  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)20 6269 791.

  • Bethany School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.
  • 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.