Head of Sixth Form

The Royal Hospital School is a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school for 11 – 18 year olds, enriched with a unique heritage.

The Royal Hospital School has the following vacancy:

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding and ambitious teacher to lead and shape the sixth form at the school. The successful candidate will be expected to provide a compelling and engaging experience for our sixth form pupils in one of the country’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in school leadership and in bringing about the best outcomes for pupils.  He or she will have a commitment and desire to be fully involved in the life of a large boarding and day school  alongside a strong awareness of the particular needs of sixth form pupils.  The appointee will be an excellent classroom teacher and will have the ability to quickly establish effective relationships and to influence pupils, parents and colleagues.

The Royal Hospital School is renowned for providing an outstanding all-round education and as an EdTech 50 school is at the forefront of digital education.  Situated in a large beautiful campus on the Suffolk coast, and just over one hour from London by train, the Royal Hospital School is a fantastic place to work and live.  RHS has its own competitive salary scale, exceptional development opportunities and subsidised accommodation is available.  

Please send a completed application form and covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) to recruitment@royalhospitalschool.org

Closing date for applications:  3 February at 1700

Interviews will be held: 8 & 9 February

Further details of this position can be downloaded by visiting www.royalhospitalschool.org/vacancies  or by contacting the HR Manager on recruitment@royalhospitalschool.org  or 01473 326200.

For more information about the Royal Hospital School, please visit www.royalhospitalschool.org 

The Royal Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share our commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.