Saint Gabriel's College
England
Salary:
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale 14-17
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
15 October 2025
Job overview
About the Role
The Director of Ethos and Culture is directly accountable to the Vice Principal and plays a central role in sustaining and promoting the Christian ethos, culture, and values of Saint Gabriel's College. This senior leadership role ensures that every student can flourish academically, socially, and personally within a safe, inclusive, and values-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Assist the Principal in maintaining the school's ethos and culture.
* Plan, manage, and sustain processes that develop and embed the school's values across all areas.
* Oversee and coordinate the Academic Support Year Lead (ASYL) Team, ensuring Level 3 safeguarding compliance.
Student Experience & Development
* Maintain the school advisory programme.
* Develop students' cultural capital through enrichment, careers events, and alumni engagement.
* Promote equity, diversity, and positive behaviour, including rewards, sanctions, and formal events.
* Sustain effective attendance, welfare, and admissions processes.
Community & External Links
* Build and maintain links with local schools and the wider community.
* Oversee alumni engagement and ensure opportunities for inspirational events.
Safeguarding & Compliance
* Serve as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with full oversight of safeguarding policies and practice.
* Ensure positive behaviour practices, including managing internal and external suspensions.
* Support staff in maintaining high professional standards and promoting the school's Christian ethos.
This role is central to ensuring Saint Gabriel's College remains a thriving, inclusive community where all students are supported to achieve their God-given potential.
Contract: This is a full-time, permanent position.
Start date: January 2026 or sooner
Requirements
Qualifications
* Degree and teaching qualification (required)
* Experience 3+ years middle leadership experience with demonstrable impact (required)
* NPQ or equivalent (desirable)
* Evidence of ongoing professional development (desirable)
* Experience 1+ year senior leadership experience with demonstrable impact (desirable)
Attributes
* Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Knowledge of safeguarding and education systems
* Effective time management and IT competence (Google Education Suite)
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and student success
How to apply: If you think, you have the skills, experience, and passion that we need, please do apply.
An application form is provided with the online advertisement or can be obtained from
* Closing date: Completed applications should be submitted by 12 noon Wednesday 15th October 2026 your personal statement should be no more than two pages.
* Interviews: Week commencing 27th October 2025
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This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of Saint Gabriel's College, ensuring every student achieves their potential in a thriving diverse community.
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About Saint Gabriel's College
Saint Gabriel's College
Langton Road, London
SW9 6UL
United Kingdom
Saint Gabriel's College is built on its core values: service to others, generosity of spirit, and commitment to excellence. Every day, these values guide our community as we work together to help each member thrive. As an inclusive Church of England secondary school, we value every individual and foster a welcoming environment. Our staff are committed and enthusiastic, and we expect the same dedication from our students.
Our mission is for all members of our community to fulfill their unique, God-given potential. Our school chaplain supports students and staff of every faith and background, helping them develop spiritual self-awareness and inner strength.
At Saint Gabriel's, we are a family. Each student is part of one of our three Learning Communities, promoting excellent relationships and ensuring that each child is known, nurtured, and encouraged by their peers. We value strong partnerships with parents and carers, as we know they make a vital difference to student success. Our parent curriculum supports and encourages families to become an active part of our learning community.
Our broad and balanced curriculum enables our students to excel in sixth form, university, and beyond. We place particular emphasis on the Creative Arts, expecting all Year 7 students to learn a musical instrument as we believe music imparts the discipline that fuels academic success and brings joy to our community through performance.
With encouragement, challenge, and support, our students shine with confidence, grow in spiritual and moral awareness, and develop the skills to make a meaningful impact on the world.
It is a privilege to lead such dedicated colleagues and exceptional students. Our website offers a glimpse into the life of Saint Gabriel's College, but we invite you to visit us and experience first hand what makes our school so special.
Josephine Okokon, BA(Hons), PGCE, MA, NPQEL
Principal
Ofsted and SIAMS Reports
In April 2024, Ofsted conducted an inspection of Saint Gabriel's College and concluded that the school continues to be 'Good'. The report highlights the school's caring and inclusive ethos, noting that leaders have fostered a strong community spirit underpinned by the values of the 'SGC Way'. Pupils described the school as "very welcoming and open" and "it feels like family." They behave well during lessons and around the school site.
The school celebrates its linguistic diversity, with many pupils speaking English as an additional language, and provides support to help them achieve well. The report also commends the school's pastoral work, noting that pupils feel well cared for and understand the importance of regular attendance. Additionally, the personal development curriculum is well-constructed, preparing pupils effectively for their next steps and offering a wide range of activities to build confidence and character.
View Saint Gabriel College's latest Ofsted report
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