Head of Sixth Form

Summary:

Head of Sixth Form – Lead and shape a new Sixth Form College at a leading UK boarding school.

About the School:

A school with a strong academic reputation and a thriving co-curricular and pastoral life, set within an inspirational and historic campus. It is consistently ranked among the top co-educational senior boarding schools in the UK.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Sixth Form, you will lead the personal development and residential experience of all Sixth Form pupils, playing a central role in preparing young people for life beyond school. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture of a newly established Sixth Form College and drive innovation in pastoral and academic support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the culture, vision, and ethos of the newly established Sixth Form College.
• Oversee the residential provision for Upper Sixth pupils and manage the Residential Life and College Administration and Pupil Support (CAPS) teams.
• Coordinate all Higher Education applications and support pupils in their academic and personal growth.
• Work closely with senior leaders and key colleagues across the school to ensure a cohesive and inclusive environment.
• Deliver evening and weekend residential duties, ensuring a high-quality residential experience for students.
• Foster a supportive, aspirational, and inclusive community that promotes the wellbeing and academic success of all pupils.
• Implement innovative initiatives that respond to the needs of students and enhance the overall Sixth Form experience.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, ensuring a consistent and high-quality pastoral and academic support system.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in pastoral management within a boarding context.
• Strong leadership and management experience, ideally in a Sixth Form or similar setting.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and develop new systems or structures within a Sixth Form environment.
• Experience in supporting pupils’ academic progress and Higher Education applications, including UCAS processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate both students and colleagues.
• Commitment to the wellbeing and personal development of young adults.

Preferred

• Experience in leading a Sixth Form or similar educational setting.
• Background in residential leadership or management within a boarding school.
• Experience in developing and delivering co-curricular and pastoral programmes.
• Strong track record in fostering independence, academic ambition, and wellbeing in students.
• Familiarity with the UK education system and Higher Education admissions processes.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• High-quality on-site accommodation within the College complex.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Excellent pension scheme and health insurance.
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements.