Deputy Head Academic

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a prestigious independent girls' school for a dynamic Deputy Head Academic. This role involves leading a passionate team to inspire students and shape the school's strategic vision. The successful candidate will possess strong management and interpersonal skills, embodying values of kindness and integrity. The school offers a supportive atmosphere and a commitment to professional development, making it a fulfilling place to work. If you are eager to make a significant impact in education and lead a dedicated team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Free life assurance benefit

Discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

Free lunches for all staff during term time

Interest free loans for training and computer purchases

Cycle to Work scheme

Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Qualifications

• Strong management experience and excellent organisational skills required.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a passion for education are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Academic Team to provide an engaging curriculum.
• Oversee Heads of Department and support staff in academic provision.

Skills

Management Experience

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Education

Relevant Leadership Qualifications

Job description

Salary: Competitive salary, depending on experience and expertise

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Required: September 2025

Streatham & Clapham High School (SCHS) seeks to appoint a dynamic, energetic and inspirational person to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The successful candidate will be eager to harness and develop the potential of our students and will be passionate about shaping the strategic vision of the whole School. The Deputy Head Academic will lead the SLT Academic Team in providing a rich curriculum that engages and inspires every student to achieve to their highest potential.

The successful candidate will have strong management experience, excellent organisational skills and outstanding interpersonal skills. We seek to appoint a leader who embodies our values of kindness, respect, integrity and compassion.

The Deputy Head Academic will oversee the Heads of Department and the SENDCo, along with the support staff who contribute to the School’s academic provision.

About Streatham & Clapham High School

Streatham & Clapham High School is a vibrant, exciting and fulfilling place in which to work. The School is characterised by a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. New colleagues are supported through a personalised induction programme.

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

1. Competitive salaries and pay progression
2. Access to extensive professional development opportunities
3. Training grants for qualifications
4. Free life assurance benefit
5. A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
6. Free lunches for all staff during term time
7. Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
8. A Cycle to Work scheme
9. Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Applications should be received no later than midday, 13th January 2025.

Interviews will take place shortly thereafter, though the school reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate at any stage of the application process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.

Streatham & Clapham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. To learn more about the school’s Safeguarding Procedures, and other policies, please refer to our Policies and Procedures section of this website.