Senior Deputy Head
The Portsmouth Grammar School
Portsmouth
- Expired
- Salary:
- Undisclosed
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April or September 2019
- Apply by:
- 12 November 2018
Job overview
Following the appointment of Mr Ben Charles as Principal of the King’s School, Rochester, an outstanding individual is sought to be Senior Deputy Head at this leading co-educational school.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record in leadership and management, and in this wide-ranging role will make a significant contribution to the development of school strategy and to ensuring the smooth operation of the school. Further areas of responsibility will be shaped in response to the skills, interests and experience of the successful candidate.
PGS has an excellent record in the development of senior leaders. In the last ten years, three Senior Deputy Heads at the school have gone on to secure a headship. It is likely that the successful candidate will, after a suitable period, wish to follow in this tradition.
Further information on The Portsmouth Grammar School can be found at www.pgs.org.uk
A candidate brief is available at www.odgers.com/69407
Closing date: Monday 12 November.
Interview dates: 21 and 27 November.
The Portsmouth Grammar 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 & Barring Service.
Attached documents
About The Portsmouth Grammar School
Founded in 1732, The Portsmouth Grammar School (PGS) is a co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 2½ - 18 years, situated in the heart of Portsmouth, Hampshire. This thriving school is just a stone’s throw from the Solent and comprises of a Pre-School, Junior School, Senior School and Sixth Form, providing the very best education to 1,348 pupils.
Aims and Values
The school aims for member of its community to be both happy and successful, with the purpose of the school to offer an outstanding education that prepares each individual to lead a fulfilled and purposeful life. At the heart of everything is the PGS Core. By being part of the school community, each person aspires to the attributes of curiosity, creativity, courage, commitment, compassion and collaboration.
ISI Report 2022
During an ISI Inspection in late 2022 both the achievement of the pupils, including their academic development and the personal development of the pupils were found to be excellent - the highest possible classification. The Inspection also looked at the School’s compliance with the regulatory standards and requirements. PGS met all the standards required.
Head
Mr David Wickes
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