Deputy Head, Community, Innovation & Futures

Job Description

Alleyn's School are delighted to invite applications for the role of Deputy Head, Community, Innovation & Futures, a pivotal new position at a moment of bold ambition and future focused development for the school.

Alleyn's is one of the country's leading co‑educational day schools, set in the heart of Dulwich and educating around 1,400 pupils aged 4‑18. With more than 400 years of history, a distinctive values‑led ethos and a joyful, forward‑thinking spirit, Alleyn's blends academic ambition with an exceptional co‑curricular programme, a warm and inclusive community, and a deep commitment to preparing young people to be "All We Can Be."

This is an especially exciting time for the School as it expands its Futures and Enterprise work, strengthens partnerships, and continues to innovate in response to a rapidly evolving global landscape.

• Define how Alleyn's prepares pupils not just for university, but for life, championing entrepreneurship, strengthening real‑world learning, building sector‑leading partnerships, and driving the response to the opportunities and challenges of AI and the future workplace.
• Lead the development of a pioneering Futures and Enterprise programme.
• Cultivate meaningful connections with alumni and external partners.
• Oversee flagship community events and help position Alleyn's as a hub of creativity, innovation and lifelong support.
• Work at the Executive level to shape and lead the agenda for community, innovation and futures.

This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving, kind and energetic school community and to help shape a model of education that is genuinely future‑ready. We are looking for an inspiring leader with clarity of vision, outstanding communication skills, and the imagination, courage and emotional intelligence to build something sector‑leading and impactful. Candidates from a wide range of professional backgrounds are warmly encouraged.

To apply, please submit a completed application form, CV and a covering letter by 9.00am GMT Friday 6 March here, where you can also download the candidate brief.

For an initial discussion, please contact:
Ruth Lewis: +44 (0)

Isabel Howard: +44 (0)

Alleyn's Oakfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).