Deputy Head (Academic)

Deputy Head (Academic) - Advert

Relocation package: contribution to relocation costs and a newly renovated three bedroom semi-detached house, set in substantial parkland on the edge of the New Forest in Hampshire and offered at a discounted rent, may be available for the successful candidate.

‘Make yourself necessary’ and transform your career at St Edward’s School.

St Edward’s School Romsey is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic Deputy Head Academic starting in September 2023. St Edward’s School is a day and residential school providing care and education for boys who experience social, emotional and mental health difficulties. 

The Deputy Head Academic will be accountable to the Headmaster and will work closely with him and the Deputy Head Pastoral to provide strategic leadership for the School. They will play a critical operational and organisational role in the efficient running of St Edward’s. They will work with the Deputy Head Pastoral and Assistant Heads in driving academic excellence and guiding the outstanding pastoral and enrichment provision, and they will play a crucial role in staff management. The individual will be keen to work with us in providing a safe, positive and productive environment where everyone in the community can thrive and flourish.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, a strong communicator and effective problem solver, and positive in their approach to leadership. They will be collaborative and keen to build relationships across the school community. They will command the confidence of pupils, parents and colleagues, and model kindness and warmth in line with the school’s Catholic ethos. They will be an excellent classroom practitioner and effectively engage with pupils and colleagues. They will show attention to detail in their organisation and written communications. The post would suit a practising Catholic who would oversee the mission and ethos of the school. They will have experience of strategic development.

Contract: Permanent

Salary range: Undisclosed

Start date: 1st September 2023

Applications: to be submitted by 24th February 2023

Interviews: week commencing 6th March 2023

As an established and innovative school, set in 200 acres of beautiful Hampshire countryside, there are fantastic opportunities for the right person.

Benefits and Support

·      Focus on staff well-being.

·      Employee Assistance Programme (legal and tax advice, stress counselling and health information).

·      Experienced staff team working together for the benefit of pupils. High staff retention has fostered a welcoming and cohesive community.

·      Free lunch provided during term time.

·      Free on-site parking.

·      Full induction package, supportive CPD and excellent career progression opportunities. We encourage staff to pursue advancement in their own professional development.

·      Positive teaching environment where the staff believe that it is possible for all pupils at the school to develop and grow as learners and young people.

·      Teachers’ Pension Scheme TPS, including life insurance.

·      Use of school facilities, including a Fitness Suite, Swimming Pool, Sports Hall and Multi-Purpose Games Area, outside of school hours.

·      Very well-resourced, welcoming and supportive environment.

Application Procedure

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

St Edward’s is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Please visit our website for an application pack: https://www.stedwardsschool.co.uk/job-opportunities

Please note: CVs are not an acceptable alternative to a fully completed application form.

We strongly encourage candidates to visit the school and view the school’s website before submitting an application.