For September 2019, or as soon as possible thereafter
Attractive salary

Sarum Hall School is a highly successful all girls preparatory school, committed to providing an environment in which the talents and potential of all pupils can be fully developed, preparing the girls for a happy and fulfilled life. An emphasis on strong pastoral care and well-being underpin academic and co-curricular excellence. This non-selective School has over 180 pupils aged between 3 and 11 and has waiting lists at every entry point. The girls go on to a range of top senior schools and the School is proud of its academic standards.

The School is situated in purpose-built accommodation in Eton Avenue, Belsize Park, very close to where the School was founded in 1929. It is easily accessible from London Mainline stations and close to a number of underground lines. The bright, modern and inspiring environment has been developed over the years, with the newest addition being a Food Studio, for the use of the School and the local community.

At the heart of the curriculum is the belief that all pupils should receive a broad and balanced education in a warm, friendly and stimulating learning environment. Whilst there is an emphasis on strong numeracy and literacy, there is also a culture of enhancing pupils’ knowledge of the environment and the encouragement to the girls to give back to the community at large, through the understanding of different cultures as well as through charitable endeavour.

The School is looking for a new Head who will, working with the Governors, develop and implement a clear vision for the School and continue to build on the outstanding achievements of the present Headmistress. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience at senior level to ensure that the School continues to innovate and develop its practice in every way, whilst being mindful of the strong traditions of the School and the aim to provide an outstanding education for girls. The Head will lead and support a committed staff body and will have strong management skills as well as energy, ambition and passion to drive the School forward. We are looking for an outstanding candidate with excellent communication skills and a desire to get fully involved in every aspect of school life.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Sarum Hall School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference CACAKA. Applications should be received by noon Monday 5 November.

Sarum Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).