Senior Deputy Head (Academic) – Elevate Learning & Character

Downside School; Bath; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Downside School in Somerset invites applications for Senior Deputy Head (Academic). The successful candidate will lead the academic strategy, oversee teaching and learning, drive standards and pupil progress, and collaborate across pastoral, boarding and co-curricular life.

They will be an inspirational Catholic educational leader with a proven track record of improving outcomes, developing colleagues and leading change; strong communication, strategic thinking, and classroom leadership are

Responsibilities

• Lead the academic strategy and oversee teaching and learning to raise pupil progress and outcomes.
• Drive academic standards and monitor progress across all key stages.
• Collaborate with pastoral, boarding and co-curricular colleagues to support holistic pupil development.
• Promote and embody Catholic Benedictine ethos and provide spiritual leadership within the school.

Job description

Downside School in Somerset invites applications for Senior Deputy Head (Academic). The successful candidate will lead the academic strategy, oversee teaching and learning, drive standards and pupil progress, and collaborate across pastoral, boarding and co-curricular life.

They will be an inspirational Catholic educational leader with a proven track record of improving outcomes, developing colleagues and leading change; strong communication, strategic thinking, and classroom leadership are