Deputy Head

Role: Deputy Head Start Date: January 2027 Location: South East London Contract Term: Maternity Cover Contract Salary: Very competitive A leading independent prep school in South East London, bordering Blackheath and…

Pay rate £50,000 – £65,000/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 25 September 2026

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Role: Deputy Head

Start Date: January 2027

Location: South East London

Contract Term: Maternity Cover Contract

Salary: Very competitive

A leading independent prep school in South East London, bordering Blackheath and Greenwich is seeking a Deputy Head to cover maternity leave. This is a full time and contract role.

This independent school aims to provide a first-class education, where every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential within a broad range of academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities. They endeavour to uphold the values of respect, kindness, loyalty, and honesty, which are central to all that the school does.

The school are looking for someone who has experience of teaching and leading in a primary or prep school. You must be able to show demonstrable experience of being an excellent classroom practitioner and an effective leader.

If you have experience as a teacher and a leader and want to work in an outstanding independent prep school in South East London, please send your CV to Duncan or contact him for more information.

Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check

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