Deputy Head, Pastoral

Required at this thriving Independent School for September 2022: a Deputy Head who will work alongside the Senior Deputy and will have a challenging and varied role, and a major part to play in all significant Bede’s developments. 

Our vision is for Bede’s to be a place ‘where every child finds joy in their pursuit of brilliance’. Outstanding pastoral, boarding and safeguarding leadership is fundamental to our ability to deliver this vision and achieve our mission of crafting a more joyful education for pupils. The Deputy Head Pastoral will provide strategic leadership in these areas in line with the Trust Wide and Prep School Development Plans.

Applicants are welcome to attend our Recruitment Open Day on 5 February, between 1pm and 3pm.

To apply, please download an application from the final page of the Recruitment Brochure. Completed applications should be sent to recruitment@bedes.org 

Closing date: Friday, 18 February 2022. 

First round interviews: w/c 28 February 2022 (held virtually). 

Short list interviews: 7 March 2022 (in person).

Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.