Millfield School

One of the leading UK independent schools for boys and girls aged 2-18 years, Millfield is distinctively different. From its foundation in 1935 through to the present day the school has inspired generations of children to immerse themselves in The Millfield Way to discover their unique brilliance. Set on a 240 acre campus in Somerset and educating over 1,300 students, the original principles the school was built upon are still prevalent today. Millfield has the resource and attitude to bring together key staff to provide an education and experience that honours the individual child at the centre.

We are now looking to appoint a new Deputy Head (Pastoral) who will be responsible to the Head, and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, will be the Head’s key adviser on all matters relating to the pastoral care of students, house staff and the boarding programme. Key strategic responsibilities will include leading on pastoral, behavioural and boarding policies, as well as participation in collective leadership responsibility for the whole school culture and strategic planning. The Deputy Head (Pastoral) will also have operational responsibilities managing staff and aspects of campus and events organisation.

The successful candidate will be a confident, dynamic and collaborative leader with an outstanding track record of pastoral leadership, development and management. Along with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, they will bring substantial experience of working at pace to deliver change and implement robust systems and strategies. They will have the ability to work effectively as part of a senior team, motivating and inspiring others with their vision, energy and enthusiasm.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Millfield School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference LBLCA. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Wednesday 18^th October 2023.