Deputy Head: Academic

Required from September 2024

Deputy Head: Academic

 Roedean is an extraordinary school, sitting within the South Downs National Park and overlooking the English Channel.  It is not just the location, but our reputation for excellence in pastoral care, our strong academic focus, and our genuine belief in the importance of creativity and an all-round education, that makes Roedean unique.

We are seeking to appoint a highly qualified and ambitious Deputy Head, Academic from September 2024. This is a great opportunity for a talented individual to take the lead in a world-renowned school at a time of development across all areas of the school.

Roedean is an exciting place for students to learn and we are keen to find an academically-minded individual with enthusiasm, energy and the experience of leading highly effective teams towards even greater success. The successful candidate will be committed to the development of passionate subject teachers and challenging and engaging subject teaching. They will want to make a difference across the whole school to the learning experiences of every pupil and will show a commitment to the best innovation in teaching and learning based on collective experience and educational research.

As a Deputy, you will report to the Head and to Council on the academic direction of the school, lead a team of very able academic staff, run the academic budget and be a model professional. You will also be able to learn about aspects of the school beyond your direct remit and in other schools whether in finance, estates, boarding or pastoral areas in order to extend your capacity.  The role is to lead, develop and deliver the academic strategy across the school.  A candidate seeking their own Headship within five years will find excellent opportunities for professional development.

Roedean is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS. 

Please download an application pack from our website (www.roedean.co.uk/Vacancies) or contact Louisa Butler via vacancies@roedean.co.uk.  Please note we do not accept CVs.

Closing date:  9am, 13 March 2024.  Interviews will be held on 19 March 2024.