Deputy Head Academic Infant & Junior School

Nottingham High School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Head (Academic) to join its Infant and Junior School Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and inspirational educational leader to help shape the academic direction of one of the UK's leading independent day schools.

The Deputy Head (Academic) will join a thriving and ambitious school with exceptional pupils, dedicated staff and a longstanding reputation for academic excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished educational leader who is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to providing an outstanding educational experience for every pupil.

Working closely with the Head of IJS and fellow members of the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for the School's academic provision, leading the continued development of the curriculum, assessment, teaching and learning, and academic standards across the IJS and into the Senior School. They will inspire colleagues, champion innovation where appropriate, and ensure the School continues to provide a challenging, broad and intellectually stimulating education that prepares pupils for success both within and beyond the classroom.

Nottingham High School places a strong emphasis on nurturing curiosity, character and a lifelong love of learning within a diverse and inclusive community.

The Deputy Head (Academic) will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the overall strategic leadership and future development of the School while working collaboratively with academic and pastoral leaders to ensure pupils flourish academically and personally. They will have a small weekly teaching commitment linked to this role.

The closing date for applications is Monday 28th September 2026.

Interviews will be held on:

Friday 02 October 2026 (long list) and Tuesday 06 October 2026 (Short list).

A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the importance of the role and the successful candidate's experience,

will be offered. This includes fee remission for children, subject to meeting the School's admissions requirements and the

availability of places.

Nottingham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All

appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other appropriate pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as the School does not currently hold a sponsor licence.

A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the importance of the role and the successful candidate's experience,

will be offered. This includes fee remission for children, subject to meeting the School's admissions requirements and the

availability of places.

Nottingham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All

appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other appropriate pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as the School does not currently hold a sponsor licence.