Deputy Head (Academic)

Girls' Schools Association; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

King's High School in Warwick is seeking an outstanding Deputy Head (Academic) to lead the academic life of the school and uphold high standards across all key stages.

The successful candidate will bring middle or senior leadership experience, a strong academic track record, and a collaborative approach to developing pupil flourishing and staff excellence. Start date is September 2027, with a closing date for applications on 23 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Lead and oversee the academic life of the school and maintain high academic standards.
• Promote excellence amongst pupils and staff.
• Experience in middle or senior leadership with a strong academic track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the academic life and standards of the school.
• Collaborate with staff to promote pupil flourishing and staff excellence.

Job description

King's High School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and innovative Deputy Head (Academic) to support in leading King's High School.

Our current Deputy Head (Academic), has been appointed to be the next Head of King’s High School. We are therefore seeking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Head (Academic) from September 2027. The Deputy Head (Academic) has overall responsibility for the academic life of the school, and the academic standards in the school, promoting excellence amongst pupils and staff. The key areas of responsibility and duties attached to this position are set out in the job description held in the applicant information pack. However the list is not exhaustive, and the Deputy Head (Academic) may be expected to assume additional responsibilities as reasonable requested by the Head.

The key personal attributes the successful candidate will embody includes integrity, kindness, patience, creative thinking, communication and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to listen and build skills and capacity in others. The role will ideally suit an experienced middle or senior leader who can demonstrate outstanding academic credentials, alignment with the values of King's High School, a commitment to pupil flourishing, and a proven ability to lead and inspire both staff and pupils.

Closing Date: Monday 23rd November 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 30th November 2026