Independent preparatory leadership jobs in South East England

Assistant Head: Head of Sixth Form
The King's School Canterbury, Kent
This is a career-defining leadership opportunity to shape a Sixth Form experience beyond compare.

Assistant Head (Learning & Partnerships)
Heathfield School, Bracknell Forest
We are seeking an Assistant Head (Learning & Partnerships) to drive teaching excellence, innovation and external collaborations as we enter a new era with the Mill Hill Education Group.

Director of Sport
Swanbourne House School, Buckinghamshire
We are looking for an inspirational, passionate, dynamic and innovative Director of Sport to lead and enhance our sporting programme.

Deputy Head, Academic
Magdalen College School, Oxford
MCS is seeking to appoint an outstanding candidate as Deputy Head, Academic to join our thriving school from September 2025.

Deputy Head (Operations) - September 2025
Beachborough School, Buckinghamshire
The successful candidate will want to embrace all aspects of busy Prep School life and empathise with Beachborough’s Mission and Vision. Our mission is to enable children to have a happy, bright and successful future.

Deputy Head (Curriculum) Years 5 to 8 - September 2025
Beachborough School, Buckinghamshire
Deputy Head (Curriculum 5-8) The successful candidate will want to embrace all aspects of busy Prep School life and empathise with Beachborough’s Mission and Vision. Our mission is to enable children to have a happy, bright and successful future.

Deputy Head
Heathfield School, Bracknell Forest
With competitive salary, on site accommodation, and exceptional staff benefits, this role offers an exciting leadership opportunity in a forward thinking school.

Director of IT
King Edward's Witley, Surrey
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on a historic yet forward-thinking educational foundation, where tradition and progress go hand in hand.

Executive Director of the Effingham Schools Trust
Effingham Schools Trust, Surrey
The role of Executive Director becomes available in September 2026. The Governing Body seeks to appoint an outstanding candidate to strengthen the cohesion of the Trust's schools.

Deputy Head Academic
Ardingly College Prep, West Sussex
Founded in 1858, Ardingly College is a school of over 1,050 pupils. Located in the beautiful Sussex Weald yet being 12 minutes by train from Brighton and 40 minutes to London, we are a school that looks to the future with imagination and enthusiasm.

Head - Somerhill
Somerhill, Kent
The Governors of Somerhill are pleased to welcome applications for the post of Head.

Junior School - Assistant Head (Operations)
Guildford High School, Surrey
Guildford High Junior School is looking for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team as the Assistant Head (Operations).

Head of Teaching & Innovation
Rose Hill School, Kent
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational teacher to play a central role in defining, articulating and implementing the shared vision and values of the School

Faculty Head of Art, Design and Technology
Downsend School, Surrey
Join Downsend School as Faculty Head of Art, Design & Technology. Lead a creative, innovative department, inspire students, and shape future leaders. Enjoy excellent benefits and professional growth!

Deputy Head (Junior School)
Kingswood House School, Surrey
Deputy Head Junior School

Deputy Headteacher: Curriculum and Academics
Thorpe House School, Buckinghamshire
Thorpe House School is seeking to hire a Deputy Headteacher

Head of Senior School
Downsend School, Surrey
We are now looking for an experienced Head of Senior School. Founded in 1898, Downsend has a rich history of delivering a truly holistic education and has always thrived on pushing the boundaries in every area of school life.

Director of Music
The Yehudi Menuhin School, Surrey
The Yehudi Menuhin School is looking for a Director of Music to manage and oversee all aspects of the musical education of the pupils.