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Head of Sixth Form

The Whitstable School ยท Whitstable, South East

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About the role

We are seeking an ambitious, dynamic, and visionary leader

to take our Sixth Form provision to the next stage of its development. This is

a rare and exciting opportunity to build on an already strong foundation and

play a pivotal role in realising a bold, forward-thinking vision for post-16

education. Our Sixth Form is thriving โ€”

characterised by a positive culture, strong relationships, and a clear

commitment to academic success. We are proud of the high-quality teaching and

learning that underpins student achievement, and we are now looking for a leader

who will drive this even further, embedding consistently high standards across

all areas of provision. As Head

of Sixth Form, you will: Provide strategic leadership for the continued

growth and development of the Sixth Form Champion excellence in teaching and learning,

ensuring consistently high-quality classroom practice Establish and sustain a culture of high

expectations, where all students are supported and challenged to achieve their

very best Inspire students to become confident,

independent learners, fully prepared for their next steps Work closely with the Headteacher and senior

leadership team to align the Sixth Form with the wider school vision You will lead a well-structured and highly

supportive Sixth Form team, including: o

Two Deputy Heads of Sixth Form, with

responsibility for attainment tracking, intervention, enrichment, destinations,

and recruitment o

A full-time Pastoral Manager, ensuring strong

day-to-day pastoral care, attendance, and student wellbeing o

A part-time Pastoral Manager, with a dedicated

focus on UCAS applications and post-18 progression, ensuring students are

expertly guided through university and apprenticeship pathways

This

strong staffing model provides the capacity to combine strategic leadership

with operational excellence, ensuring that every student is known, supported,

and challenged to succeed.

We welcome applications from

leaders with a range of subject specialisms; however, the ability to teach

Criminology at Key Stage 5 would be a distinct advantage.

We are looking for a leader

who:

Has a proven track record of outstanding

teaching and impactful leadership Is passionate about post-16 education and

student outcomes Can think strategically while delivering

operational excellence Has the drive, creativity, and resilience to

lead change and inspire others Is committed to inclusion, aspiration, and

ensuring every student can succeed

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Location Whitstable, South East
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