Senior Deputy Head

We are seeking a passionate and driven individual to join us as a Senior Deputy Head, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the school and acting as ‘the final stop’ before the Head on all matters pertaining to children’s education at Walhampton. The post would suit an ambitious candidate aspiring for headship in a few years’ time.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head, contributing effectively to develop and deliver the School’s strategic vision and providing leadership and direction to colleagues across the organisation. The role of Senior Deputy Head presents a unique leadership opportunity to play a key role in bringing clarity and coherence to the educational offering, ensuring that the highest standards of behaviour, learning and academic attainment prevail across the School, while maintaining and extending the School’s reputation for outstanding pastoral care, and aligning wellbeing and education.

The successful candidate will possess the ability to offer insight and challenge on the key priorities for the School’s development, playing a key role in formulating school policy, contributing to strategic development, and overseeing the professional development of teaching staff and the Performance Review cycle.

This is a rare opportunity to make a significant impact and prepare for future headship roles. If you are ready to take on a new challenge and play a key role in bringing clarity and coherence to the educational offering at Walhampton, we want to hear from you!

 Full details of the role and person specification can be found in the attached Candidate Information Brochure.

To apply for this position, candidates must complete our online application form by clicking 'Apply Now' in the top right hand corner of this page. Alternatively, an application form is available to download from our website here or by contacting HR@walhampton.com.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing an application form. Please do not include a CV.

The closing date for applications is Monday 18th March 2024 (09:00)

First round interviews: Wednesday 20th March 2024

Second round Interviews: Wednesday 3rd or Thursday 4th April (TBC)

Further information about Walhampton is available at www.walhampton.com

Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis and therefore we reserve the right to close the role on appointment.

Walhampton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, proof of identity and qualifications, and a satisfactory medical report.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of modern Britain. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates. Appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process.