Deputy Head Academic Director of Co-curricular

The Deputy Head Academic is expected to be enthusiastic, qualified professional who wish to be fully involved in all areas of school life and has a clear understanding of academic provision and management systems ideally in a Prep School setting within a Christian context.
Skills and Attributes
A strong personal empathy with the School’s Christian ethos
Proactive, sound judgement combined with the highest standards of personal integrity, energy, stamina, resilience, enthusiasm, and a sense of humour
Ability to work dynamically and flexibly as part of a leadership team, to show initiative and imagination and the ability to inspire others
The presence, intellect, tact and credibility to represent the Prep School at all levels and to a variety of audiences, both internal and external
Vision, creativity, imagination, and academic curiosity combined with the ability to operate at a strategic level
First class oral and written communication and presentation skills
High levels of discretion and confidentiality
The ability to manage and prioritize a diverse workload, to meet deadlines, and to work calmly under pressure
Impressive personal presence and presentation
Highly literate and numerate, excellent in the use of IT and with a keen eye for detail
High work standards evidenced by a consistently thorough detailed and organised approach
Responsibilities
Promoting the Christian ethos of the School
Deputising for the Head when required
Leading and implementing the School’s academic strategy
Developing and improving the overall quality of academic education in the School
Overseeing the development and implementation of academic management systems
Facilitating the integration of the academic lives of the Senior and Preparatory Schools
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