Peter Bodkin

Peter is a Senior Advisor in the Appointments team at RSAcademics, supporting schools with the recruitment of Heads and senior leaders across the independent sector. Since joining RSAcademics, Peter has led numerous successful headship and deputy headship appointments for schools including St Joseph’s College, Reading, Silcoates, Claremont Fan Court, Portsmouth Grammar School and Hampton Court House. He brings deep experience and thoughtful guidance to every search, helping boards navigate the process to ensure a great appointment.  

Peter studied Botany at St Andrews University before completing a PhD in Freshwater Ecology. He began his teaching career at Bradfield College, where he also served as a Housemaster. In 1994, he was appointed Head of Tettenhall College, a role he held for 16 years. Following headship, Peter became General Secretary of The Society of Heads and served on the Boards of the Independent Schools Council (ISC) and the Independent Schools Teacher Induction Panel (IStip). In these roles, he worked closely with Heads and Governors, offering strategic advice and sector-wide insight. 

At RSAcademics, Peter combines leadership experience with a deep sector knowledge to help schools appoint leaders who will shape a strong and sustainable future. Peter’s guidance is seen by the Chairs he has worked with as invaluable.