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Woodford Green Preparatory School

Redbridge

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2025 or earlier
Apply by:
11 October 2024

Job overview

The Governors of Woodford Green Preparatory School are seeking to appoint a Head to lead this happy, vibrant and thriving school. They are looking for a bright, articulate and energetic leader with the personal qualities to motivate and inspire.

The successful candidate will have a natural authority be the confident and engaging face of the school, commanding the respect and trust of the children, their parents and the staff. It is particularly important for the new Head to show an aptitude for building relationships whilst personifying a genuinely warm, child-centred passionate commitment to the all-round development of each pupil in their care.

Woodford Green Prep School is a highly successful, 3-11, co-educational school with around 365 pupils. Known locally as ‘The Red School’ because of its distinctive scarlet uniform, it was founded in 1932 to provide a non-denominational Christian education for both boys and girls, a tradition that has been maintained throughout its history. The school celebrates being a diverse community attracting pupils of all faiths and none. Located on the border of north-east London and Essex, it has easy access to Epping Forest and the wider countryside, as well as being only a five-minute walk from the nearest London Underground station.

The school has earned its enviable reputation for both its high standards and nurturing care. At the end of Year 6, a large number of pupils go on to selective independent senior schools and state grammar schools, with several children receiving multiple scholarship offers. To complement the broad curriculum, there is a commitment to provide an exciting range of extra-curricular activities alongside a wide and numerous selections of clubs on offer. Each of these give further opportunities for the children to develop new interests and passions.

This is an opportunity for a committed, experienced leader to make a real and lasting mark on what is already a popular school with a strong local reputation. They will have experience of curriculum development, together with an understanding of current teaching and learning practices, not least in respect of the integration of cutting-edge technology within the prep school environment and a real commitment to the EDI agenda.

If you are excited about being a standard setter for all sections of the school community and relish working with a highly committed and hardworking Governing body, and have a genuine interest in striving for excellence, strong values and a warm and engaging personality, you will find Woodford Green Prep a tremendously rewarding place to be.

A competitive remuneration package is available with a salary commensurate with the seniority of the post and the experience of the successful candidate. Private medical insurance and fee remission for the Head’s children is offered (subject to suitable places being available in the school).

Pension arrangements are run by Aptis, which is a defined contribution scheme.

Further information and details of how to apply can be found on the RSAcademics website at: www.rsacademics.com

Potential candidates wishing to discuss the post confidentially are invited to contact:

Angela Short, Head of Search: angelashort@rsacademics.com

Diana Watkins, Senior Advisor: dianawatkins@rsacademics.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is 10.00am on Friday 11th October 2024.

·      Woodford Green Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 

·      Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

·      This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

·      The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.

·      RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

About Woodford Green Preparatory School

About Woodford Green Preparatory School

Woodford Green Preparatory School is a independent, co-educational preparatory establishment based in Woodford Green, Redbridge.  Pupils are taught from 3 - 11 years.

Known locally as the "Red School" because of the scarlet uniforms, Woodford Green Preparatory School was founded in 1932 to provide a non- denominational Christian education for boys and girls, a tradition that has been maintained throughout our history and expansion to some 384 pupils. We aim to provide a learning environment that empowers children to reach their educational and personal potential whilst nurturing their self-confidence and self-esteem; hence our motto "Let Each Flame Burn Brighter".

We are heavily oversubscribed and highly successful with a strong and consistent emphasis on the needs of individual pupils that focuses on enabling pupils to challenge, question and develop. Our 11+ examination results speak for themselves.

Acting Head

Ms R Chere

Our Aims:

We are committed to:

  • Ensuring each child is provided with care and nurture, so that they can demonstrate kindness, honesty and good manners to others.
  • Encouraging curiosity in the children's learning, seeking ways to explore their ideas.
  • Promoting creativity and imaginative thinking, for children to eagerly welcome new challenges.
  • Fostering a sense of pride and excellence in all areas of school life, with a commitment to always giving our best and celebrating each other's successes.

ISI Report 2023 -  rated 'excellent in all areas'

The quality of the pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent.

• Pupils of all abilities make excellent progress over time.

• Pupils’ performance in entrance examinations to senior schools with competitive entry requirements is excellent.

• Throughout the school, pupils exhibit outstanding communication skills when writing and speaking. They are highly articulate and express themselves confidently in a range of contexts.

• Pupils’ attitudes to learning are highly positive; they demonstrate extremely good concentration and are willing to take risks with their learning.

The quality of the pupils’ personal development is excellent.

• The development of pupils’ self-knowledge, self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline and resilience is excellent. Pupils confidently develop in a way that suits their personalities and strengths. • Respect for diversity and cultural understanding is excellent. Pupils view the school’s diversity in a highly positive way and help create a climate of respect for all.

• The social development and collaboration of pupils is excellent. There is a profound culture of care and kindness across the whole community and relationships are warm and mutually supportive.

To see a copy of our recent 2023 ISI report can be found here:

https://www.wgprep.co.uk/373/isi-report

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