Deputy Head (Academic)

This is an exciting role for an ambitious, forward-thinking leader.

Required for September 2023

City of London School is one of London’s leading academic day schools, with over 950 boys between the ages of 10 and 18. The School occupies an iconic position in the vibrant heart of the City of London, in the shadow of the dome of St Paul’s Cathedral and across the river from the Tate Modern. The buildings are purpose-built and accommodate a modern, forward-looking School with a proud tradition of academic excellence and educational innovation that dates back to the fifteenth century

The School aims to provide an education in the broadest sense, combining academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care, framed by an outward-facing approach. Striving to make that education available to as many talented pupils as possible, the school provides transformational bursaries for those who may not otherwise be able to afford the fees.

The Deputy Head (Academic) has overall responsibility for the School’s curriculum, pedagogical approach, teaching practice and standards, and educational innovation. This will include curriculum development, building curricular links with City of London School for Girls, the use of IT to support teaching and learning, and the employability agenda.

The School welcomes applications from candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and from all sectors of the community. The successful candidate will have an evidenced track record of successful middle or senior leadership experience in schools.

Interested candidates are warmly invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role:

Kate Howe, Search Consultant: katehowe@rsacademics.com

Sarah Evans, Senior Advisor: sarahevans@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 14th February 2023.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application. Please click the Apply Now link. You will be taken to our online portal where you will be able to download an application form. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application.

You should submit the following (both in PDF format):

•  A completed application form (please follow the Apply Now  link to download the form)
•  A covering letter addressed to Alan Bird, Head. The letter should be no more than two sides long, and should explain your reasons for applying and outline your suitability for this role at City of London School.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Khiloni Baboo, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Khiloni can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)1858 383163.

For further information, please visit the RSAcademics website here.

City of London School is an equal opportunities employer and 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 the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.