Junior School - Assistant Head (Operations)

Our school is a remarkable place and has been educating girls since 1888. Around one thousand girls, age 4 to 18, from Guildford and its surrounding towns and villages, enjoy exceptional facilities and inspired teaching. Guildford High School comprises a Junior School and Senior School, both on the same site. Whilst providing all-through education, each School has its own distinct personality and girls join us at many different entry points. Our staff are integral to delivering high quality education to the girls in our care, inspiring them to think and learn creatively. We seek to recruit and retain dynamic teaching and non-teaching staff that share in our vision and commitment.

Guildford High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Job description

Guildford High Junior School is looking for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team as the Assistant Head (Operations). The successful candidate will have proven leadership experience and will play a pivotal role in the running and development of our Junior School.

As Assistant Head (Operations), you will work closely with the Head of Junior School to maintain and enhance our outstanding educational environment. You will manage daily operations, support staff welfare, oversee pupil rewards and sanctions, and lead whole school initiatives. This role also involves timetable development, health and safety management, and the coordination of extra-curricular programmes.

We can offer you: 

• A competitive salary, well above the national scale
• membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or (if you would prefer) APTIS scheme
• a friendly and supportive staff team who work collaboratively, sharing resources and ideas
• excellent facilities
• regular professional development and wellbeing opportunities throughout the year
• access to employee benefits and advice services.

Applications close 08:30 on Friday 21 March 2025. You can find further details for the role in the application pack. If you believe this role is for you, apply through our website:  www.guildfordhigh.co.uk/vacancies.The Human Resources department may be contacted via: human.resources@guildfordhigh.co.uk.

GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.