We wish to appoint an outstanding candidate for September 2024 (or January 2025) to lead the academic side of this forward-thinking school, and to assist the Headmaster in ensuring that all pupils and staff achieve their full potential. Bedford Prep educates boys from 7-13 and is a thriving, dynamic independent school with first class facilities, small class sizes and enthusiastic pupils.
The successful candidate will be a talented and passionate leader, with the experience and drive to move forward the academic profile of the school, and to contribute fully to the future development and continuous improvement of the Prep School. The Prep School Director of Studies will sit on the Prep School’s Senior Leadership Team and will play a pivotal part in the learning experience of pupils in the school.
The School has its own salary scale (well above national scales) and the post will be rewarded in accordance with the importance of the position. There is substantial fee remission for children of teaching staff in all the Harpur Trust Schools in Bedford.
Short-listed candidates will be invited to the School for interview on the advertised date. The selection process will involve a lesson observation and interviews.
The Prep School Headmaster, Ian Silk, would be happy to talk to prospective applicants and can be contacted by email on isilk@bedfordschool.org.uk
Closing date:
23rd April 2024
Interview date:
1st May 2024
The Harpur Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and other checks.
Bedford School is part of The Harpur Trust