Deputy Head Academic

The Harpur Trust; Caulcott; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a committed Deputy Head (Academic) to lead the school's academic programs from September 2026. The role involves engaging in leadership decisions and driving curriculum development to inspire pupils. We are looking for an experienced manager with a collaborative spirit and a passion for enhancing educational outcomes. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including fee remission for staff children across related schools.

Benefits

Generous salary scale

Fee remission for children of teaching staff

Qualifications

• Experience in leading academic programs and influencing curriculum development.
• Ability to challenge and inspire pupils towards academic success.
• Strong collaborative management skills to work within a senior team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the academic side of the school.
• Involve in leadership decisions throughout the school.
• Support the all-round ethos and strategic vision of the school.

Skills

Curriculum development

Teaching and learning

Collaborative management

Innovative leadership

Job description

An exceptional candidate is sought for the post of Deputy Head (Academic) for September 2026 to take responsibility for leading the academic side of this successful and dynamic school. The role provides a fantastic opportunity to be involved in leadership decisions throughout the school, as part of a supportive senior team.

The successful candidate will be committed to curriculum development and teaching and learning, with a real ambition to stretch, challenge and inspire pupils to academic success in all its forms. They will be an experienced and collaborative manager, an innovative leader, and be fully supportive of the all-round ethos and strategic vision of the school and its community.

We welcome applications from subject specialists from all backgrounds who can provide good role models for our global students.

The School has its own salary scale, and the post will be rewarded generously in accordance with the importance of the position. There is substantial fee remission for children of teaching staff in all the Harpur Trust Schools in Bedford. Bedford School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section.

1. Interests and Co-Curricular Activities: Please give details of any interests or skills that you could bring to The Harpur Trust for the purposes of co-curricular and extra-curricular activity.
2. Supporting Statement: Please give your reasons for applying for this post and say why you believe you are suitable for the position. Study the job description and person specification and describe any experience and skills you have gained in other jobs or similar environments which demonstrate your ability and aptitude to undertake the duties of the post. Continue on a separate sheet if necessary.