Royal Hospital School

An outstanding independent, co-educational, boarding and day school for 11-18 year olds, the Royal Hospital School (RHS) was founded in London in 1712 by the Crown body and the oldest provider of Royal Naval charity, Greenwich Hospital. RHS moved to its current location in 1933, occupying 200 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside overlooking the River Stour. The school has continued to develop its purpose-built site and grow in size and reputation to become one of East Anglia’s leading independent schools. Today RHS is a modern, forward-thinking HMC school anchored on 300 years of history and achievement, with the purpose to contribute to society through excellence in the teaching and learning of our pupils.

RHS is now seeking an exceptional Head to lead a school with a unique and impressive heritage and to enhance its multi-award-winning position with a broad and stretching all-round education. The Head is responsible for all aspects of the school’s day to day management. They will work with the Governors to develop, communicate and implement a clear vision and strategy for the school whilst maintaining the highest educational standards.

The successful candidates will be an inspirational and innovative leader who has the credibility and stature to secure the full engagement of all staff and other stakeholders in the delivery of the school’s strategic aims. They will be a collegiate and team orientated leader who is measured and considered in negotiation and decision-making. They will be a strategic thinker, capable of developing high aspirations for the school and building effective stakeholder relationships. They will also share and promote the values and ethos of the school.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Royal Hospital School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference LBMWA. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Wednesday 20^th September 2023.