Deputy Head at Maidwell Hall

Maidwell Hall has the highest ambitions to be the School of first choice in its sector and aspires to provide the very best pastoral care. We are now seeking a Deputy Head who can play a key role ensuring that we lead the way in Pre-Prep and Prep School education and provide the highest standard of pastoral care to our pupils.

As Deputy Head, you will take responsibility for the effective operation of our pastoral systems to ensure the very best pastoral care provision. You will lead the Head of Boarding, Matrons, Nurses and pastoral staff and be responsible for engendering a culture and operational framework in which pupils are happy, safe and confident. A key requirement of the role will be the development and quality assurance of the School’s pastoral system in accordance with the School’s strategic aims and ensuring compliance with best practice in boarding and day education.

Leading by example, you will train and develop the pastoral practice of all staff through targeted CPD and robust performance appraisal in order to achieve our aim to develop a top-class pastoral environment which meets the welfare needs of pupils and exceeds the expectations of the market.

We are looking for an outstanding teacher, a visionary leader, and an experienced professional who will not settle for anything less than excellence. The appointee will be a strong, dynamic and inspirational person who is not afraid to take risks and think creatively. A track record of first-rate teaching, whole school pastoral experience, and experience of enriching extra-curricular programmes is equally important. Subject specialism is not a consideration.

In return, Maidwell Hall offers an extensive range of benefits, including a school fee discount scheme for children of staff, Westfield Healthcare, and discounts in thousands of retail outlets, restaurants and cinemas. Family-sized accommodation is provided and assistance with reasonable removal expenses will be provided.

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Closing date: Thursday 1^st December 2022 at 9am.

Interviews: 6^th December 2022.

Maidwell Hall, as part of the Uppingham Group of Schools, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.