Windlesham House School
West Sussex
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
6 October 2025
Job overview
Windlesham House School is one of the country's leading independent prep schools, set in a beautiful 65 acre country estate on the South Downs. The oldest prep school in the country (est. 1837), Windlesham House has always led the way in embracing the new.
We are looking for an inspirational and energetic senior deputy head to support and assist the Head by providing ambitious and professional leadership and management. This will reflect 'policy in practice' by sharing and modelling the school's vision, aims and values in everyday work and practice, developing and motivating staff and setting high expectations.
The senior deputy head will assist in embedding learning and teaching strategies and raising achievement, work closely with colleagues to ensure the highest standards of pastoral care and safeguarding, contribute to our rigorous and ongoing self-evaluation and take responsibility for leading specific areas / initiatives to secure further school-wide improvements. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a limited number of periods of our lessons for life curriculum in addition to their leadership duties.
At Windlesham House, we are looking for excellent teaching skills, drive, imagination and the ability to motivate pupils in order to bring out the best in them. The person appointed will work well in a team and show initiative when working with colleagues and pupils.
Start date either spring or summer 2026.
Windlesham House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
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About Windlesham House School
Windlesham House School
Washington, Pulborough
West Sussex
RH20 4AY
United Kingdom
Windlesham House is a distinctive school where tradition meets innovation, providing opportunities for your children to be creative, courageous and successful.
As the oldest prep school in the country (est 1837) and the first prep school to become co-educational (1967), we have always led the way in embracing the new.
We are progressive and innovative in our ethos and approach while embracing our traditions and rich history. Focussing on the wellbeing of every child, each benefits from a first class and distinctive education full of exciting opportunities and experiences in the glorious South Downs; the grounds are alive with children building dens, climbing trees, playing golf and collecting chicken eggs.
Our outstanding world languages programme and sport academies have earned us recognition across all aspects of the education we offer and provide exciting opportunities for girls and boys aged 4-13. We are delighted to be laying the foundations for the future with our Green Plan and innovative leadership Diploma and Futures Programme for Years 7 & 8. Recently a prospective parent said, "This school is world class."
Windlesham House is an outstanding day, flexi and full boarding school for boys and girls aged 4-13.
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