Director of Junior School

Are you an inspirational leader, looking to further your career in the independent education sector?

If you have excellent management skills and are an ambitious Head of Faculty/Department or someone looking to move into a Deputy Head level position this could be the opportunity for you.

The role

As the Director of Junior School, you will provide vision and leadership to the Junior School on behalf of and in collaboration with the Head of Northampton High School.

You will ensure that all pupils aged 2 - 11 receive the best possible care, have access to a broad and balanced curriculum, and achieve the highest standards, in line with the ethos of the school and within the context of an independent girls-only, all-through 2-18 years school.

You will contribute to the overall school Senior Leadership Team as required, implementing strategy such as admissions, finance, teaching and learning, pastoral and safeguarding, in addition to ensuring that curriculum provision is appropriate and relevant to the needs of all Junior School pupils.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will be:

• A visionary leader, able to operate as part of the whole school Senior Leadership Team, setting high standards which promote excellence, inspire trust, confidence and respect within the entire school community
• A strategic thinker able to articulate and share the all-through school vision of Northampton High School
• A well-qualified, talented individual who has a sound understanding of the requirements of an all-girls, all-through school, and an appreciation of the opportunities that come from working closely with a linked Senior School
• Able to drive recruitment and raise pupil numbers within the Junior School

We are keen to hear from those with considerable leadership experience from within the independent school sector, however this does not have to come from a Junior School/Prep setting. We are interested to hear from those looking for their next step into senior management and would also welcome applications from current Heads of Faculty or those looking for Deputy Head equivalent level positions.

About the School:

Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra-curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

Benefits:

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Membership of the GDST Flexible Pension Plan with up to 18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension
• Free life assurance benefit
• BUPA Private Medical Insurance
• 36 week school year across 3 terms with a 2 week half term in the autumn
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering 24 hour wellbeing, support and advice services
• Free lunches for all staff during term time
• Training grants for qualifications
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchases and travel season tickets
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• In-school wellbeing activities such as yoga, fitness classes, wellbeing walks
• Good transport links and free parking
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Final applications are to be received by 9am on Monday 20th May 2024. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on Thursday 6 June 2024 with final interviews taking place on Wednesday 12 June 2024.

Northampton High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. 

Northampton High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.