Deputy Head - Prep

  • Organisation: The Perse School
  • Location: Cambridgeshire
  • Salary info £1.00 per annum
    Competitive and above average
  • Tenure: Full-time
  • Closing Date: Monday 4 November 2024

The Perse School has a rare opportunity for an exceptional School Leader to join our Prep School as a Deputy Head, from September 2025. This position forms part of the Senior Management of the school.

The Perse School has a rare opportunity for an exceptional School Leader to join our Prep School as a Deputy Head, from September 2025. This position forms part of the Senior Management of the school, and the post holder is expected to be fully involved in all areas of school life, requiring energy, commitment and flexibility.

Main responsibilities will include day-to-day management of the Prep and responsibility for the whole school when the Head is absent, while maintaining the highest standards of pupil behaviour and manners, and ensuring high standards across the School.

You will need a track record of teaching excellence, together with the capacity to inspire pupils and staff, diplomatic skills and demonstrably successful leadership experience.

The Perse Prep School is a dynamic and inspiring place where young minds are nurtured by subject specialist teachers to become curious, confident, well rounded individuals. As part of the prestigious Perse family the Prep provides a vibrant learning environment for children aged 7-11, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. With a blend of rich academic history and forward thinking innovation, the Perse Prep is a hub of creativity, exploration and personal growth.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/

Closing date: Monday 4th November at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.

The Perse School has a rare opportunity for an exceptional School Leader to join our Prep School as a Deputy Head, from September 2025. This position forms part of the Senior Management of the school.


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The Perse School has a rare opportunity for an exceptional School Leader to join our Prep School as a Deputy Head, from September 2025. This position forms part of the Senior Management of the school, and the post holder is expected to be fully involved in all areas of school life, requiring energy, commitment and flexibility.

Main responsibilities will include day-to-day management of the Prep and responsibility for the whole school when the Head is absent, while maintaining the highest standards of pupil behaviour and manners, and ensuring high standards across the School.

You will need a track record of teaching excellence, together with the capacity to inspire pupils and staff, diplomatic skills and demonstrably successful leadership experience.

The Perse Prep School is a dynamic and inspiring place where young minds are nurtured by subject specialist teachers to become curious, confident, well rounded individuals. As part of the prestigious Perse family the Prep provides a vibrant learning environment for children aged 7-11, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. With a blend of rich academic history and forward thinking innovation, the Perse Prep is a hub of creativity, exploration and personal growth.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/

Closing date: Monday 4th November at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.


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