Deputy Head of Prep Academic
Tes Schools Recruitment
Lambeth
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary, plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025 or January 2026
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2025
Job overview
Tes is supporting the appointment of a Deputy Head of Prep Academic to join a High School based in Lambeth.
The school is looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to play a vital role in developing the academic and strategic vision of the Prep School.
As a key member of their Prep Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for teaching, learning and academic outcomes and making key contributions to the development and implementation of the school’s strategic development plan, ensuring their academic policies and strategies enable every pupil to thrive.
When necessary, you will deputise for the Head of Prep, managing the school effectively in their absence, as well as overseeing and organising daily staff cover across the school. In addition to your leadership responsibilities, you will also be expected to teach a reduced timetable.
You will be an expert in academic leadership, who has the vision and ability to inspire others and implement effective strategic development and change. You will demonstrate strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to resolve challenging and complex situations. Excellent teaching skills are essential, whilst previous experience in a Deputy or Assistant Head role would be advantageous.
About the High School
The High School is a vibrant, exciting and fulfilling place in which to work. The School is characterised by a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. New colleagues are supported through a personalised induction programme.
They can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children
- Free lunches for all staff during term time
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Good transport links
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
Interviews will take place shortly thereafter, though the school reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate at any stage of the application process.
All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.
By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.
Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role.
To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context.
Please include REF: AD2206760 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.
About Tes Schools Recruitment
- Tes Schools Recruitment
- 70 Grays Inn Road, Holborn
- London
- WC1X 8NH
- United Kingdom
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