Deputy Head
Location : Oxford
Salary: Competitive
Starting September 2025
The College School, founded in 1480, is one of the countrys leading independent day schools.
The Role
The Deputy Head Academic is one of the five members of the Schools Senior Team (the other four are: Master, Usher, Bursar and Deputy Head Education Development).
The Deputy Head (Academic) leads and manages academic matters in the School, particularly in regard to curriculum and timetable, assessment and reporting, pupil progress and examinations.
They also lead the schools preparations for inspections by ISI. They share the line management of Heads of Department with the Deputy Head Education Development, and work closely with them on teaching and learning and staff development.
The Deputy Head Academic plays a key role in the recruitment of teachers and the admission of pupils.
The Deputy Head Academic will have a proven track record of commitment to and an understanding of academic leadership, along with experience of managing, coordinating and developing the work of teaching and support staff.
As a member of the schools Senior Team, they will attend a wide range of school meetings and governor committees, and play a key role in the development and implementation of whole school strategy.
The role attracts a timetable remission of around 80% and is not subject-specific. Given the scope of the role it is expected that the postholder will seek promotion to Headship in due course.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum, Staffing and Timetable
Leadership of curriculum development in the Senior School
Oversight of the work of the Junior School Deputy Head Academic with regard to the Junior School curriculum
Line management of the Director of Studies in the analysis of pupil subject choices, staffing needs, space needs and the creation of the school timetable
Oversight of advertisements and procedures for the recruitment of teachers In conjunction with the Deputy Head Education Development, leadership of teaching and learning, specifically within the context of a highly academically selective school
Examinations
Leadership of all matters relating to the provision of public exams compliance with JCQ/CAIE regulations, access arrangements, special consideration, post results services
In conjunction with the Director of Studies, leadership and management of internal exams
Analysis of results of public exams, and leadership of the response to public exam results with teachers, pupils and parents
In conjunction with the Director of Studies and Heads of Year, analysis of results of internal exams
Pupil Progress, Assessments and Reports
Leadership and management of the schools academic calendar for exams, assessments, reports and parents evenings
Oversight and analysis of pupil baseline data
Leadership of the Heads of Year with regard to pupil progress data analysis
Leadership of the schools work with pupils and parents where there are concerns about the underperformance of a pupil
In conjunction with the Registrar, oversight of admissions processes and analysis of the academic performance of applicants
Strategic Leadership
Work closely with the Master and Senior Team on strategic planning, especially how this relates to academic matters
Attend all full board and most sub-committee governor meetings, contributing as appropriate to the role
Skills and Qualifications
take a keen interest in the welfare of pupils and show clear commitment to safeguarding children;
be a well-qualified graduate;
be a clear, logical thinker with the ability and confidence to make important decisions calmly and quickly;
have a clear, inclusive and innovative vision for the strategic development of the school and the cohesion and wellbeing of its community
have experience in a leadership role, with clear evidence of positive strategic and operational impact in that role
have the ability to coordinate and support the work of colleagues at all levels
be open-minded, and have the ability to manage change and the capacity and willingness to work flexibly, including beyond the specific remit of this role, as an active member of the Senior Team
contribute fully to other areas of school life, such as games, music, drama, CCF or other activities
show sensitivity and discretion,
have a high profile/ high visibility and a sense of humour
have strong IT skills, including data handling and analysis
have outstanding interpersonal skills and strong leadership qualities
have excellent written and spoken communication skills and communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff and the local community;
have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team;
display a high level of attention to detail;
be willing to take part in continuing professional development;
respond positively to feedback.
plan and teach lessons in an engaging manner with evident enthusiasm
support the progress of all pupils by taking a role in departmental support, enrichment and partnerships sessions;
set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment;
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
The College School is committed to the safeguarding of pupils, and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, the receipt of satisfactory references, the schools pre-employment medical questionnaire, plus sight of relevant original ID documentation
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