The Whitstable School ยท Whitstable, South East
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