Prep School Deputy Head (Academic)

at  Bishops Stortford College

Bishop’s Stortford College Prep School is a vibrant and enjoyable place to work. It is among the finest prep schools in the country and has an enviable reputation for its academic excellence, innovative pedagogy, staff development, and holistic pastoral support. The Prep School aims to embody the Modern Face of Education in everything it does.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious candidate as the College seeks to appoint an inspirational and passionate Deputy Head (Academic) to join our thriving Prep School. As the Deputy Head (Academic), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic direction and excellence of the Prep School and the wider College environment.
Reporting directly to the Head of the Prep School, you will oversee all aspects of the academic programme, curriculum development, and pupil progress. This prestigious position requires a visionary leader with a passion for education, teaching and learning, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to inspire and empower pupils and staff.
Working under the newly appointed Head of the Prep School, this is a fantastic opportunity for a well-qualified, dynamic and energetic individual to make their mark on the academic and curriculum programmes of the College and build on the existing strong foundations. The successful candidate can expect inspirational teaching, supportive colleagues and a highly competitive salary.
The position becomes available from the start of the Autumn Term in September 2024, or as soon as the right candidate is available, and applicants are welcome to visit by appointment before an application to gain a complete understanding of the outstanding nature of this exciting opportunity.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the College’s Child Protection Policy is available on the website.
Bishop’s Stortford College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; all employees are subject to a number of pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. References and an online search will be undertaken prior to interview. To this end, robust Safeguarding processes and procedures are in place to support families, pupils, staff, and volunteers. In compliance with the sharing of information guidance/best practice, any concerns are passed to designated teachers, trained in Safeguarding

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