Senior Deputy Head

Bancroft’s is a forward-looking, modern school, a centre of excellence for the twenty-first century. We are a co-educational independent day school for around 1200 pupils from 7 to 18 and an unashamedly aspirational school, devoted to scholarship and intellectual inquiry. We aim to provide an atmosphere in which each child can flourish and we believe that children succeed when they take full advantage of the huge range of different opportunities we provide – whether immersed in academic research, being out on the sports fields, taking part in charitable activities, acting on the stage, playing music and attending some of our numerous clubs and societies, our pupils challenge themselves and learn by taking part wholeheartedly in school life.

Due to the promotion of the current incumbent to the Headship of another HMC school, the Governors and Head of Bancroft’s are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior Deputy Head (SDH) to be responsible to the Head for a wide-ranging role, critical to the smooth running of the school. The SDH will work closely with the Head and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in formulating school policy, contributing to strategic development and overseeing the day-to-day running of the school.

We are looking for a well-qualified graduate with an excellent teaching record (in any academic discipline). Although the teaching load will be light, it is expected that the successful candidate will be an outstanding role model as a teacher and educator and will contribute not just to the intellectual life of the School, but also become fully involved in the co-curricular activities we offer. We are seeking someone with relevant leadership and administrative experience (although this may not necessarily all be within the field of teaching) as well as a willingness to take on and master new challenges. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, effective problem solver and have a positive approach to all they do.

Bancroft’s School creates a happy learning environment, where bright children are challenged and supported to become the best versions of themselves. Bancroft’s is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Bancroft’s offers a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, and has a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development.

For further details and an Application Pack, please visit http://www.bancrofts.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/ or email: hr@bancrofts.org

Closing date: 9am on Monday 20th February 2023.

First Interviews: Friday 24th & Monday 27th February 2023.

Second Interviews: Early March 2023.

The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

Bancroft’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).