Head of School (Lower) + Designated Teacher
?? Location: Sevenoaks, Kent?? Full-time | 37.5 hours per week | Term-time only (39 weeks per year)?? Start Date: September 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Are you a passionate and resilient leader with a strong background in pastoral care and safeguarding? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real difference?
We are seeking a Head of School (Lower) to lead a dedicated team supporting students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a pivotal role within the school’s leadership structure, reporting to the Deputy Principal and working closely with the wider Senior Management Team.
About the Role
As Head of School, you will:
1. Lead and manage the Lower School provision, including a Deputy Head and tutor team.
2. Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting the safeguarding and wellbeing of all students.
3. Promote a positive behavioural culture aligned with the school’s values of Respect, Relationships, Resilience, and Responsibility.
4. Oversee pastoral care, tutor programmes, and student interventions.
5. Collaborate with multi-agency teams, parents, and carers to ...