Deputy Head Academic

NOTTING HILL; Ealing; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent girls' school is seeking a Deputy Head (Academic) to shape the academic journey of students. The role involves leading academic strategies, fostering collaboration among staff, and maintaining a vibrant educational environment. This position offers competitive terms of employment and significant opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme

Access to extensive professional development

Free life assurance benefit

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

Discount on fees for children at GDST schools

Free lunches for staff during term time

In-school staff wellbeing activities

Interest-free loans for training and travel

Qualifications

• Experience in educational leadership and management.
• A strong commitment to improving educational outcomes for girls.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and innovative academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage academic life at NHEHS.
• Shape and implement the academic strategy.
• Promote a positive working atmosphere for girls and staff.

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity This is an exciting time to join Notting Hill and Ealing High School. Under the leadership of our new Head, Allison Saunders, the Deputy Head (Academic) will have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of the school. As Deputy Head (Academic) you will be part of our dynamic, collaborative and forward-thinking Leadership Team, working alongside some of the most dedicated teachers in the country and a student community of curious, engaged and grounded young women. At a time when educational innovation is rich with possibility, this position provides the perfect opportunity to contribute to an important conversation about how, what, and why we learn-within a culture that is both joyful and ambitious, scholarly yet creative and purposeful yet fun. Reporting directly to the Head, the Deputy Head (Academic) will lead and manage academic life at NHEHS and be responsible for shaping and implementing our academic strategy.

The Role

As a key member of SLT, the Deputy Head (Academic) will play an active role in planning for future change and development within the school, in line with the school's stated objectives. They will be innovative in approach and be active in seeking ways to ensure that the academic provision is a leading example of girls' education in the sector. They will promote a happy, purposeful working atmosphere for girls and staff, attend school events and play a visible role in the leadership of the community.

Please see the applicant pack for full details about the school.

The School

Notting Hill & Ealing High School is one of the 26 schools and academies of The Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools. Founded in 1873, Notting Hill & Ealing School is the oldest school in the Trust, and almost 150 years after its inception it holds true to the pioneering beliefs of its founders. The School's community is made up of more than 900 girls between the ages of 4 to 18. Girls leave the School to prestigious universities armed with excellent results, kindness for each other and the world, and resilience to deal with whatever comes their way.

Benefits

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
• 36-week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2-week half term in the Autumn
• Normal teaching hours between 08:20 and 15:45 (depending on timetable for part-time staff)
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24-hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• In-school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga and access to the school gym
• Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links

Application and Safeguarding

Closing date: 6th October (9am). Interview date: the first round will be held on 10th October, with the second round 15th October. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close applications and interviews at any point in the process. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK. NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.