Role: Deputy Heads

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 2^nd 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.

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:

• Sarah Glencross, Head of Senior School Search: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com
• Martin Collier, Senior Advisor: martincollier@rsacademics.com

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. 

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:

• Jenny Funnell, Search Consultant: jennyfunnell@rsacademics.com
• Martin Collier, Senior Advisor: martincollier@rsacademics.com

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.

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.

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.

April 2026 preferred but September 2026 will be considered

This is an exciting time for Canford. Already a highly regarded school, it is ambitious to develop further, both nationally and internationally. With new leadership and the creation of Canford Schools Group, Canford is entering a dynamic new phase of growth and ambition. As a key part of this strategy, Canford is creating a new pivotal role in its Senior Leadership team, the Senior Deputy Head, who will work closely with the Headmaster to lead the School towards greater excellence and empathy in all areas of school life.

The new Senior Deputy Head will lead and inspire a talented and cohesive team of Deputy Heads, who will work closely with the Head to lead the School towards even greater excellence. This role combines strategic responsibility with day-to-day operational leadership.

This role is likely to suit a current Deputy who is an aspiring Head, an up and coming leader who can provide visible, collaborative and inspiring leadership combining compassion and courage – qualities that are central to Canford’s ethos. This is a role for someone who combines strategic acuity with warmth, humour and humanity — someone who can see both the detail and the horizon, so that every aspect of school life can flourish.

Canford has a strong academic record and a long tradition of success at GCSE and A level. Equally, it is a community that places great emphasis on pastoral care, emotional intelligence, character development and participation in the rich co-curricular life offered.

Interested candidates are warmly encouraged to have an initial, confidential conversation with key members of the team at RSAcademics who are handling this appointment:

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

Jo MacKenzie, Senior Advisor: jomackenzie@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am (UK) on Monday 17^th November 2025.

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 Chris Wheeler, 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.

Canford School is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.

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

Canford has its own salary scale and offers an excellent benefits package.

Start date – September 2026

Founded in 1615, The Perse is Cambridge’s oldest secondary school and educates some 1772 day pupils aged 3 to 18 and employs nearly 500 staff. It comprises three schools, the Upper, Prep and Pelican and operates across five sites in and around Cambridge. The Perse consistently features at the top of league tables for public exam results and university destinations.  The school is committed to delivering an excellent holistic education with equal weight given to the academic, extra-curricular, and pastoral dimensions. 

The Vice Principal, which is a new 3-18 position, will deputise for the Principal and as such will have high level exposure to all elements of governance, leadership and management. The successful candidate will combine a proven track record of successful leadership experience at Deputy or Assistant Head level with strong academic and emotional intelligence, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in such a way as to inspire pupils, staff and parents. This is a prestigious and challenging role for somebody who aspires to headship.

A highly competitive remuneration package is available, commensurate with the seniority of the role and the experience of the successful candidate.

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
• Michael Spens, Senior Advisor: michaelspens@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 28^th October 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 Mr Ed Elliott, Principal of The Perse School. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

The Perse 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.