Senior Deputy Head (Academic & Enrichment) – Sevenoaks Preparatory School

For September 2026 (or April 2026)

Sevenoaks Preparatory School is a thriving, forward-looking school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and a rich, inclusive co-curricular programme. The School prides itself on nurturing confident, curious and well-rounded children within a warm, ambitious and values-driven community. Academic endeavour, kindness, creativity and personal growth sit at the heart of daily school life, and relationships between pupils, staff and families are characterised by trust, respect and high expectations.

This is a highly visible role at the centre of the school’s leadership team, suited to a senior leader who believes that academic rigour, pastoral care and enrichment must work in harmony to give pupils the very best foundation for future success.

The successful candidate will lead the academic vision for Years 3–8, ensuring consistently high standards in teaching, learning and assessment, while also championing a vibrant and inclusive co-curricular programme, including the Year 8 post-exam provision. They will play a key role in shaping curriculum design, supporting staff development and ensuring pupils are challenged, supported and inspired. They will contribute to inspection readiness, support smooth progression through the school and into senior schools, and work closely with colleagues to maintain an excellent pupil experience.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, they will deputise for the Head when required and help drive the strategic direction of the School. They will also support admissions and retention by representing the School’s academic strengths to prospective families.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with significant leadership experience in a prep or similar setting, a strong track record of academic leadership, and a genuine passion for enrichment and holistic education. This is a leadership role with real strategic influence and scope to make a lasting impact within a supportive, ambitious community that values kindness, openness and humility.

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

Angela Short, Search Consultant: angelashort@rsacademics.com or

Andrew Nott, Senior Advisor: andrewnott@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 3rd March 2026 at 10.00am UK time.

Applications for this role will be considered on a rolling basis as they are received. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

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.

As part of your online application you will be required to upload a covering letter (in PDF format please), which should be addressed to Mr Luke Harrison, Headmaster. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about completing your online application, 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.

Sevenoaks Preparatory 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 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 Academic – St Benedict’s School, Ealing

For September 2026

St Benedict’s School is proud to offer an education that blends tradition with innovation, rooted in Benedictine values while preparing pupils for the future. As a leading independent co-educational Catholic school situated in leafy Ealing, West London, St Benedict’s offers the distinct advantage of a seamless education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, within one supportive, values-driven community. With a roll of 1150 pupils, the school is thriving. 

The Deputy Head Academic is a senior leader with overall responsibility for academic standards, outcomes and the quality of teaching and learning across the Senior School. The post-holder will shape and deliver an ambitious academic vision that is faithful to the ethos of St Benedict’s, ensuring that every pupil is known, supported and challenged to achieve personal excellence.  

A defining priority of this role is the strategic oversight of academic stretch and challenge across the Senior School — embedding a culture where scholarly ambition, intellectual curiosity and high expectations are consistent features of everyday classroom practice, curriculum design, assessment and academic enrichment.  

The Deputy Head Academic will also lead the school’s pioneering work in AI and digital innovation, ensuring that new technologies enhance learning and teacher effectiveness in a way that is ethical, well-governed, workload-conscious, and aligned with the school’s values and safeguarding responsibilities.  

St Benedict’s is more than just a school; it is a community. Inclusive and welcoming, working in partnership with families, and its pupils benefit from the unique opportunities of being part of a through school from Nursery to Sixth Form. 

If you are a dynamic and observant individual, who enjoys generating and executing initiatives, can remain calm and optimistic in the ever surprising world of schools, you are encouraged to have an initial confidential conversation with the search consultants handling this appointment:

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

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

Charlotte Faber – Senior Advisor: charlottefaber@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am on Thursday 26th February 2026.

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 Mr Joe Smith, Headmaster. 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.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • St Benedict’s 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 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.

Senior Deputy Head – St Benedict’s School, Ealing

For September 2026

St Benedict’s is a leading independent co-educational Catholic school situated in leafy Ealing, West London, offering the distinct advantage of a seamless education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, within one supportive, values-driven community. With a roll of 1150 pupils, the school is thriving and RS Academics is delighted to support St Benedict’s in appointing their next Senior Deputy Head to succeed Luke Ramsden as he moves to headship after ten highly successful years at the School.  

This is a pivotal appointment. The Senior Deputy Head will oversee the day-to-day running of the Senior School and will play a key role in formulating and implementing the strategic direction of the whole School across academic, pastoral and co-curricular areas. The post-holder will also hold whole-school responsibility for staff development and wellbeing.  

This role is well suited to a high-performing professional who is keen to move to headship within a few years. The successful individual will be a self-motivated, optimistic candidate, who enjoys challenging and reviewing the status quo, asking questions and striving for improvement.

Inspirational teaching, strong tutorial guidance and exceptional pastoral care lie at the heart of the education provided by St Benedict’s, whose aim is to nurture confident, independent young people who are well prepared for each stage of their educational journey—whether transitioning to Senior School, embarking on Sixth Form study, progressing to university or moving into the world beyond school. 

A St Benedict’s education can be summarised thus: academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and a community where every child can thrive. If this sounds like an environment you would enjoy being part of, whilst having the ability to contribute to the flourishing of its community and continued success, you are encouraged to have an initial confidential conversation with one of the RSAcademics search consultants handling this appointment:

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

Charlotte Faber – Senior Advisor: charlottefaber@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am on Thursday 26th February 2026.

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 Mr Joe Smith, Headmaster. 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.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • St Benedict’s 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 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.

Principal Deputy Head – Christ’s Hospital

Christ’s Hospital seeks to appoint an outstanding educationalist as Principal Deputy Head. The successful candidate will have strong academic and intellectual credentials, broad experience at senior level and proven leadership ability.

Christ’s Hospital, which nestles in 1200 acres of stunning West Sussex countryside between London and Brighton, is a large and complex boarding school accommodating 850 students. The mission of the school, which has stood for over 470 years, is to challenge inequality by providing a nurturing, transformative education for young people from all backgrounds. The school prides itself on its academic excellence, rich history, charitable ethos, stunning buildings and site, rewarding work environment and diverse community.

The wider curriculum, to which all teaching staff are expected to contribute, is rich and varied and provides a remarkably wide range of educational experiences to the students, all of which have challenge and opportunity at their core.

The school takes pride in being the most diverse independent school in the UK, where individuals from all backgrounds come together to share experiences and broaden perspectives. The students come from London and the southeast and, increasingly, from further afield in the UK; students from overseas, including Hong Kong, China, Japan and Europe are also welcome. The school’s commitment to social and cultural diversity fosters an inclusive environment, preparing students to navigate a globalised world with kindness, inclusivity, responsibility, perseverance and individuality.

The Principal Deputy Head will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school, the delivery of strategic priorities, and the performance and wellbeing of staff and students. They will act as deputy to the Head and CEO and, in close collaboration with the COO and the team of deputies, will ensure continuity of leadership, operational excellence and disciplined execution of the school’s aim and mission. The position would suit someone who has a profound interest in educational leadership and is likely, in due course, to be considered for a headship.

Applications are welcome from all sectors of the community. The school aspires to attract staff that match the cultural diversity of the student body.

A highly competitive remuneration package including family accommodation on site is available, commensurate with the seniority of the role and the experience of the successful candidate.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:

Helen Flower, Search Consultant: helenflower@rsacademics.com

Michael Spens, Senior Advisor: michaelspens@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is Monday 23rd February 2026 at 10.00am.

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 Matthew Judd, Head & CEO. 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 795.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • Christ’s Hospital 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 (Academic) – Leighton Park School

This is a superb opportunity for a dynamic and innovative educational leader to join the School, at an exciting time in its development.  Pupil numbers continue to rise, reflecting a strong demand for places and the school has a deserved reputation for outstanding provision at local and national level, especially having won the ISA Independent School of the Year Award (2023) and having received ISI’s only ‘significant strength’ for values-led education in 2024.

Founded by the Quakers in 1890, Leighton Park is a values-led school that inspires achievement aligned with character and community. Values, character and community are the School’s strategic impulses and inform all that they do as a School.  They believe that these are the elements of a successful education and underpin the scholarship, exceptional results and outcomes that students achieve, not only academically but also in areas of personal growth and co-curricular activities. The results at Leighton Park are excellent, in absolute and value-added terms.

The Head and Governors are now looking for an exceptional person who, as Deputy Head Academic, will play a central role in the School’s future – developing and maintaining the strength of the School’s academic rigour through compassionate challenge.  The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas and purpose with a clear vision for delivering academic success, especially at a time of rapid technological development in areas like data management and Artificial Intelligence (AI). In short, this person will share Leighton Park’s values and is an exceptional individual who will be a vital member of a friendly, collaborative but ambitious senior leadership team.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:

Jenny Funnell, Search Consultant: jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com
Charlotte Faber, Senior Advisor: charlottefaber@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is: Monday 2nd February 2026 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 Mr Luke Walters, Head. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

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

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

Leighton Park 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 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.

Senior Deputy Head – Crosfields School

This is a pivotal whole-school role, combining strategic leadership with direct operational and pastoral responsibility. The successful candidate will have oversight of pupils in Years 7 to 11, lead the school’s pastoral strategy, and play a central role in shaping the culture, direction and day-to-day life of the school. As Designated Safeguarding Lead, the Senior Deputy Head will set the highest standards in safeguarding practice and pupil wellbeing, supported by a strong and experienced team.

The Senior Deputy Head deputises for the Head, exercising delegated authority and providing confident leadership when required. The role offers significant influence across strategy, policy, staff development, governance engagement and school improvement, alongside close involvement with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Crosfields is embarking on an exciting phase of development, with plans to open a Sixth Form in 2028. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping and leading this strategic expansion, contributing to vision-setting, planning and implementation, and ensuring that the Sixth Form is fully aligned with the school’s ethos, academic ambition and pastoral values.

Crosfields is seeking a leader who is visible, principled and warm, with the judgement and resilience to manage complexity and the empathy to place relationships at the heart of leadership. The successful candidate will bring deep pastoral expertise, a strong understanding of adolescent development, and a proven track record of senior leadership in a school setting.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and thoughtful leader to make a lasting impact within a forward-looking, values-driven school community, and to help shape the next stage of its evolution.

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:

The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday 22 January 2026 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 Mrs Caroline Townshend, Head.  The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Laura Cave, Project Coordinator (Appointments) at applications@rsacademics.com

Laura can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)204 6269 791. Please note that RSAcademics’ offices will be closed from 1.00pm on Christmas Eve through to 9.00am on Friday 2nd January. 

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

Crosfields School is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from suitably qualified individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partners. 

Crosfields School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a satisfactory medical report and proof of qualifications. 

Senior Deputy Head – Woldingham School

Reporting to the Head, the Senior Deputy Head will lead the School’s academic management team and will also line manage a talented group of Deputy and Assistant Heads. They will deputise for the Head when required.

The successful candidate will combine a track record of highly successful school leadership experience with strong academic and emotional intelligence. They will have the ability to work collaboratively in such a way as to inspire students, staff and parents, as well as command their respect. They will be ready for the next step of their school leadership career and will most likely aspire to headship in due course.

We warmly invite applications from candidates who are ambitious to share their experience and enthusiasm for education, whatever their background. Woldingham is a Roman Catholic School, therefore it is desirable that the postholder is Roman Catholic or, at least, has a sympathy with the School’s Catholic ethos and values.

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:

The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday 22 January 2026 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 Mrs Sue Baillie, Head. 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. Please note that RSAcademics’ offices are closed from lunchtime on Christmas Eve until 9.00am on Friday 2nd January.

We understand the need for confidentiality and all discussions and interviews will be handled with very careful regard to this.

The school is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. It seeks to attract and retain the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and the local community.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, and the receipt of two satisfactory references, including one from your current employer.

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 Pastoral – St Paul’s Girls’ School

St Paul’s Girls’ School is an historic and highly successful day school in west London, welcoming students aged 11 to 18. It is one of the country’s leading independent secondary day schools for girls and is a lively academic community with excellent facilities for all subjects.

The school enjoys outstanding academic results and an excellent track record in university applications at home and abroad, while offering an innovative curriculum and an approach to education which fosters curiosity, creativity and a love of learning.

There are over 800 students on roll, coming from a wide range of feeder schools across both the state and independent sector and there is thriving sixth form of about 230 students.

Pastoral care and wellbeing are at the very core of the School and it is our belief that all our students should receive the kindest and most individual support possible. Students regularly report on their positive relationships with staff and the high quality of care for their wellbeing and our diverse pastoral teams are experienced and well resourced. When students leave us we are confident that they have developed a strong sense of self and have built friendships to last a lifetime.

This is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to take responsibility for the development and welfare of all students through the leadership and management of the pastoral staff teams. With excellent written and oral communication, skills in problem-solving and the ability to balance patience, firmness, empathy and warmth, the successful candidate will lead with positivity, integrity and energy. ​

​The Deputy Head Pastoral reports to the High Mistress and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and as such plays an important part in shaping the School’s ethos and strategic development as well as the day to day running of the School.

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:

Isabel Patchett, Head of Search: isabelpatchett@rsacademics.com

Sarah Evans, Senior Advisor: sarahevans@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is Thursday 8 January 2026 at 10.00am.

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 Mrs Liz Hewer, High Mistress. 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 795.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • 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 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 – Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green is a highly successful, 3-11 co-educational day school with around 370 pupils. Known locally as ‘The Red School” because of its distinctive scarlet uniform, it was founded in 1932 to provide a non-denominational Christian education for both boys and girls, a tradition that has been maintained throughout its history. The school celebrates being a diverse community attracting pupils of all faiths and none. At the heart of this community lies a shared belief that every child should be known, nurtured and inspired to achieve their very best. This is a school where pupils, staff and families form a close-knit community, united by their core values of Nurture, Curiosity, Creativity and Excellence. 

The new Deputy Head will be excited by the opportunity to become a part of this remarkable, forward-thinking school with its proud history and an ambitious, exciting future. The Governors and Head will be looking for an educationalist who can be both strategist and coach, someone who can inspire others, model exceptional practice and lead with courage, creativity and care. They will be flexible and positive, with the ability to approach their busy and responsible role with sensitivity, kindness and a sense of humour.

This role will also be pivotal in shaping the next chapter of the school – ensuring that the teaching and learning remain both rigorous and responsive to the world the pupils are growing into. The successful candidate will support the Head in implementing the School Development Plan (2024–2029) which sets out a clear and exciting vision across eight strategic areas, from Excellence in Learning and Inclusion & Wellbeing to Digital & AI Innovation and Site Development.

Woodford Green’s strong reputation and exceptional pastoral care means that demand for places remains high. The academic outcomes speak for themselves. Each year, the pupils achieve outstanding 11+ results, securing a wealth of places and scholarships at leading independent and grammar schools. Yet success is measured not only in outcomes but in the confidence, compassion and curiosity the pupils show along the way. 

Located on the border of north-east London and Essex, the school has easy access to Epping Forest and the wider countryside, as well as being only a 5-minute walk from the nearest London Underground station.

A competitive remuneration package is available 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 successful candidate’s children is offered (subject to suitable places being available in the school). 

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:

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

Jenny Funnell, Search Consultant: jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com

Diana Watkins, Senior Advisor: dianawatkins@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is Monday 5 January 2026 at 12.00pm.

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 Ms Jenny Maslen, Head of School. 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 795.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • Woodford Green Preparatory 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 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 – Bosworth Independent School

Bosworth is a dynamic, vibrant place to work. Proudly global in outlook and makeup, staff and students are drawn from all over the world, speak a staggering number of languages, and are proud of the cultures which shape them. Bosworth’s task is to allow students to flourish while they’re at the School, and to set them up for success in their lives beyond Bosworth.

Bosworth is a relatively small school of approximately 240 students, the majority of whom are boarders from overseas, though around thirty percent of the school’s roll is made up of local day students who benefit from being at a school that is proudly international in character.

Students are bright, engaging and a delight to spend time with; they have a positive attitude to learning, are well behaved, ambitious, kind and fun. As Deputy Head, you will spend a lot of your time with them, listening carefully to their perspectives, and ensuring their feedback is at the heart of how you lead and where the school goes next.

The next Deputy Head at Bosworth will have gravitas and warmth, be visible and lead with integrity. They will be highly organised and possess real attention to detail as well as being creative and visionary. They will thrive in the busyness of the school environment and enjoy the opportunity to work closely with a wider variety of stakeholders, including the CATS Global Schools central teams who support the school’s finance, marketing and admissions, and HR functions.

This appointment is a key one, providing a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to shape the future of a school that is growing and going places. If you’re ambitious and creative, take your work but not yourself too seriously, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

If you wish to visit the School ahead of application, please arrange this via RSAcademics.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:

Miranda Landale, Search Consultant: mirandalandale@rsacademics.com

Charlotte Faber, Senior Advisor: charlottefaber@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is Thursday 30 October 2025 at 10.00am.

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 current CV.
  • A covering letter addressed to the Head, Tony Oulton. 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.

N.B. Safer recruitment checks will be made at all stages in the recruitment process.

  • Bosworth 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 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.