Deputy Head (Academic)

Due to the post-holder successfully securing headship, this is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding middle leader or existing Deputy Head to join our Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be passionate about prep school education and have the idea, drive, and enthusiasm to lead upon and deliver the next phase of academic development at St Hugh’s. They will work closely with the Headmaster and SLT in considering and achieving our strategic aim of academic excellence and wellbeing. This post would suit a candidate who enjoys working in an aspirational environment where they will be supported and challenged to deliver real change. It may suit someone who is considering headship in the future; they will be fully supported in that pursuit. St Hugh's is a highly regarded coeducational day and boarding prep school with 350 pupils between the ages of 3 and 13. We are situated on a beautiful green campus of 40 acres in the South Oxfordshire countryside, only 25 minutes from Central Oxford. The post holder will report directly to the Headmaster. They will be responsible for leading, managing and developing all academic matters relating to St Hugh’s School. They will oversee the academic operation and quality assurance of the whole school, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders. St Hugh’s staff are an outstanding, hard-working and collaborative team who aim to give all our children academic and pastoral excellence in a nurturing environment with wide ranging facilities. Each child is, therefore, able to discover what they are good at, thrive and gain confidence in themselves. We offer excellent benefits, including a competitive salary on our own salary scale with scope for progression, an outstanding working environment in our beautiful estate with easy access to transport links and being part of our vibrant and supportive community. We offer free car parking, free meals, a discount on School fees and the use of our sporting and gym facilities. To apply, please complete and return the application form which can be found on our School recruitment page. This should include a supporting statement outlining the extent to which you meet our requirements as set out in the job description and person specification, and details of two referees, one of which should be a current or most recent employer. References may be taken up before interview. Online social media checks will be completed on shortlisted candidates prior to interview as part of KCSIE guidance. Applications will be considered on receipt and should arrive no later than midday on Monday 3rd February 2025. Long list interviews will be held at the school or online w/c 10th February with short list interviews taking place on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th February 2025. We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List), and other pre-employment screening including a check on the Secretary of State list of prohibited staff.

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