Assistant Head of School

Assistant Head of School (Prep)

Pastoral & Academic Leadership – Years 3–6

St Francis, Pewsey

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: September 2026

Join a thriving leadership team where experienced leaders can flourish, and aspiring leaders can confidently take their next step.

St Francis, Pewsey is a joyful, nurturing and vibrant Prep School where children are known as individuals and encouraged to flourish. We are seeking a caring, energetic and committed Assistant Head of School (Prep) to join our leadership team and guide the pastoral and academic life of Years 3–6.

This position has been created as part of a refreshed leadership structure within the Prep School, strengthening the support we offer pupils and staff across this important phase.

If you love working with children, enjoy building strong relationships, and want to be part of a school where kindness, curiosity and community truly matter, we would be delighted to welcome you.

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing pastoral and academic leadership for pupils in Years 3–6, ensuring they are known, supported and encouraged to flourish
• Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and contributing to the school’s strong safeguarding culture
• Teaching within the Prep School, modelling excellent classroom practice and supporting high‑quality teaching across the phase
• Bringing strong expertise in English and Mathematics, inspiring pupils at this key stage of their learning
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff and families, promoting a nurturing and purposeful school environment
• Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the Prep School, contributing to strategic planning and ensuring smooth, effective operations
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team to enhance the pastoral and academic experience of all pupils in Years 3–6

Why Join St Francis?

• A genuinely warm, welcoming and supportive staff team
• A school where pastoral care sits at the heart of everything we do
• Happy, enthusiastic pupils who love learning
• A leadership team that values collaboration, creativity and professional growth
• Real opportunities for career development and leadership progression
• A beautiful rural setting with a strong sense of community

We Would Love to Hear From You If You:

• Are passionate about pastoral care, wellbeing and safeguarding
• Enjoy leading and supporting colleagues
• Are an excellent teacher of English and Maths
• Thrive in a nurturing, family‑centred school environment
• Are reflective, ambitious and ready for the next step in your leadership journey

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience in the independent sector
• Experience supporting pupils through 11+ or senior school transition
• Experience contributing to Mathematics development across a school

Interested?

If you are excited by the idea of joining a school where children are joyful, staff are supportive, and leadership is shared with warmth and purpose, we would love to welcome you to St Francis.

To apply, please complete our online application form: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001220

Full job description available on request. Please contact

Please note that interviews are intended to take place during the week beginning 11th May, and candidates will need to be available. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the process early.

Safeguarding Statement

St Francis School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).