Deputy Head Academic

Due to the relocation of the current post holder, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at Wimbledon Common Prep School. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Head of academics for a January or April 2025 start.

The successful applicant would ideally have experience in the London Day School 7+ application process. The position is classroom-based with a very generous amount of non-contact time.

The main responsibilities for this role include:

• leading on learning teaching and curriculum development
• driving high standards of learning
• championing engaging lessons with a high proportion of active pupil engagement
• ensuring that teachers are adhering to academic policies and maintaining high standards of learning and teaching via lesson walks, book scrutinies and close monitoring
• maintaining the learning and teaching philosophy at WCPS, leading on curriculum enrichment
• line managing the Heads of Departments, staying abreast of departmental initiatives and objectives
• leading the collection and analysis of all academic performance data
• leading on the monitoring and acceleration of pupil progress
• overseeing interventions as appropriate
• arranging and leading all internal assessments
• running the 7+ process
• establishing deadlines and guidelines for reports
• taking overall responsibility for proofreading reports
• organising and running parents’ evenings
• representing WCPS at the King’s Education Committee and the Pre-Prep Management Board meetings
• be prepared to work with the King’s International team, coordinating overseas visits and lesson observations

Wimbledon Common Prep School (WCPS) is a pre-preparatory school for 175 boys aged 4-7 years. We provide a well-structured education that aims to instil a love of learning in a friendly, welcoming and attractive environment.

The School was founded in 1919 as a preparatory school for King’s College School (KCS) and other public schools. The premises were originally in Wimbledon High Street but in 1957 the then owner acquired the current building on the Ridgway, opposite King’s, where the school is now situated in a lovely building with a large playground area surrounded by trees near Wimbledon Village and the Common. The School remained in the hands of the Turner family until June 2006 when it was purchased by King’s. WCPS has an excellent reputation and feeds pupils through to King’s and many other respected schools.

For further information and details on how to apply, please visit: www.wcps.org.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 9am on Monday 22nd July 2024

Interview date: w/c 2nd September 2024

Early applications will be welcomed - the interview process may be staged, and some interviews held in advance of the closing date if there is a large number of applicants for the role.

The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage in the process.

Wimbledon Common Prep School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK.