Deputy Head of House at Kennet School
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Job ReferenceEDV/2026/KS/06953
LocationStoney Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4LL
Contract TypePermanent
Contract TermFull-Time
Salary£32,916.00 – £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)+ £3,214 TLR 2G
Closing Date9:00am, Mon 12th Oct, 2026
Start DateFebruary 2027
Positions Available1
Interview Date(s)w/c 12 October
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About this Role
Are you passionate about improving pupils’ life chances through excellent pastoral provision? So are we.Our House system is at the heart of life at Kennet School, and our Deputy Heads of House play a vital role in helping pupils feel supported, develop confidence and achieve their potential.We are looking for an inspirational teacher and aspiring leader to join our pastoral team. Working closely with the Head of House, you will help champion pupils’ wellbeing, promote high expectations and build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives within a supportive school community.
We offer:
- a fantastic location next to an area of outstanding natural beauty and fast rail to London (45 minutes);
- an open and collaborative community which trusts its teachers;
- outstanding facilities and resources;
- high quality research-based professional development;
- a range of personal benefits, including Cycle to Work Scheme, on site leisure centre and an active staff social committee;
- strong discipline through rigid procedures for managing behaviour including centralised detentions;
- a commitment to the wellbeing of our staff including flexible working hours;
We would like you to be:
- an experienced, driven and talented teacher, with a track record of achieving high standards and driving improvement;
- creative, forward-thinking attitude and unapologetically passionate about your subject and pastoral care;
- committed to working collaboratively as part of a team and across the school;
- willing to think creatively and take risks in the classroom;
- hard-working with excellent organisational skills;
- an excellent communicator, who is confident and effective with parents, pupils and external agencies.
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