Deputy Head (Academic) REF: VNT031

Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3-18. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Head (Academic). This critical role will shape and deliver the school’s academic vision. Working closely with the Head, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and academic achievement across all key stages, supporting both pupils and staff in developing their potential. We are looking for an innovative teacher, a creative thinker and a confident leader with excellent organisational skills, who approaches their role with professionalism and a caring attitude towards pupils and staff.

This is a permanent post, available from September 2027 and further details can be found in the attached brochure.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 20 November 2026. Long list interviews will take place online, either on 3 or 4 December with short listed applicants attending an in-person selection process on 9 December 2026. Applications must include a completed Exeter School application form. For safeguarding purposes, a CV alone is not sufficient. To arrange a discussion about the role please contact hr@exeterschool.org.uk.

The roles will attract a competitive salary as well as generous benefits including employer pension contribution, free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking, discretionary staff discount on school fees and use of indoor swimming pool and fitness suite. 

Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We 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 checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance. 

This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.