Principal

The Governors of King’s School Rochester are seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational Principal to lead the School Rochester into the 2030s. The King’s School is set in the heart of Rochester Cathedral’s Precinct and as such forms part of a wide and yet close knit, caring community.

King’s School Rochester is a co-educational, independent school with 650 pupils between

the ages of 3 and 18, including 50 boarders and comprises a Nursery, a Pre-Preparatory

School, a Preparatory School and a Senior School. The size of the School creates a strongly supportive, friendly atmosphere with an emphasis on excellent academic results within a full and rounded co-curricular programme. King’s provides a happy learning environment which is underpinned by a strong sense of care, kindness, moral values, self-discipline and emotional intelligence, giving pupils the courage and confidence to be their best.

Governors are looking for a candidate with a track record of successful school leadership in a similar setting and the field is also open to those who are interested to step up to Principal having, for example, been an established senior deputy elsewhere.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated leader to play the

central role in leading the strategic direction of King’s Rochester, to build on the School’s

firm foundations with energy, flair and imagination.

The recruitment process is being managed by the School’s recruitment partner, Regroup Consulting. For further information and details of how to apply please see the associated candidate brochure, and contact Monika Fryzicka via email monika@regroup.consulting or (+44) 0203 62 321 60.

The closing date for applications is 11am on Monday 20th January 2025

King’s School Rochester is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages

applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job as set out in the job description and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks and referencing with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. If you are shortlisted for the position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration form in relation to any criminal record or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children. All members of staff are expected to have proper regard for the School’s safeguarding policy and procedures, including up-to-date training. King’s School Rochester fully recognises it's responsibilities for Child Protection. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or culture.