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Director of Sixth Form
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Permanent
Full-time
Start date: September 2026
Sir William Perkins’s School is seeking to appoint an inspiring and strategic Director of Sixth Form to join our Extended Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be the driving force behind an exceptional Sixth Form experience, working closely with the Heads of Year to ensure every student has the academic and pastoral support they need to flourish and reach their full potential.
The post-holder will oversee the Sixth Form Centre, curating a space with a positive learning culture, academic focus, and a genuine sense of community. The selected candidate will lead the UCAS application process, guiding students through their journey to higher education and supporting them in securing the best possible outcomes. As a member of the Extended Leadership Team, the Director of Sixth Form will also contribute to the school’s wider vision, including co-curricular engagement and supporting a culture of professional excellence across the school.
Beyond the day-to-day life of the Sixth Form, the post-holder will play a strategic role in the school’s growth. In partnership with the Director of External Relations, the Director of Sixth Form will shape and deliver an effective marketing, recruitment, and retention strategies to expand the Sixth Form and strengthen relationships within the community even further.
How to apply
Please complete the online application form. We are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date for applications: 15 March 2026
Interviews will be held on the week commencing: TBC
Early applications are encouraged as the School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to sponsor overseas applicants.
About us
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing, academically selective, independent school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It is located on an attractive 12- acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two-minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Safeguarding Statement
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.