Deputy Master Academic

ISC group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Greater London is seeking an outstanding Deputy Master: Academic starting autumn term 2026. The role involves leading all academic matters, shaping strategic plans, and engaging with colleagues and families for improving academic outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of improvement in schools and a genuine commitment to being part of a diverse school community. Closing date for applications is 19 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of departmental and whole school improvement.
• Experience with achieving excellent academic outcomes and engaging families.
• Desire to be part of a diverse school community.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Master and lead on all academic matters.
• Engage with colleagues, pupils, and families for academic success.
• Shape and lead key parts of the strategic plan.

Job description

Deputy Master Academic

Dulwich College is a day and boarding school from Kindergarten to Sixth Form. It seeks to appoint an outstanding Deputy Master: Academic. This senior post begins at the start of the autumn term 2026. We are currently creating our latest strategic plan for the next 5 years and the successful post holder will shape and lead key parts of it.

Deputising for the Master, and leading on all academic matters, the successful post holder will have a proven track record of departmental, whole school or section improvement. They will be able to evidence achieving excellent academic outcomes and value‑added performance, demonstrating the ways in which colleagues, pupils and families have been engaged with, so that all parties might play their part in helping a school or department to thrive.

The College is a truly holistic environment and the ideal applicant will have a genuine wish to be part of our diverse school community, being visible, available and clear in their leadership manner and style. With a new Master in post from August 2025, this is an exciting time to join the College, ambitiously developing its broad educational offer in all areas and influencing at all ages.

Closing Date: 19 January 2026

Interview Dates:
1st round interviews will take place in person on 6 February 2026
2nd round interviews will take place in person on 13 February 2026