Assistant Head - Pastoral Care & Wellbeing in Tunbridge Wells

Full-time | Start Date: April 2027

Are you a passionate and forward-thinking educational leader with a commitment to outstanding pastoral care and pupil wellbeing?

We are seeking an inspirational Assistant Head of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing to join a thriving independent preparatory school. This is an exciting senior leadership opportunity to shape and drive the school's pastoral vision, ensuring every pupil feels supported, valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of pastoral care, safeguarding, behaviour and wellbeing, working closely with colleagues, pupils and parents to create a nurturing and inclusive school community.

A key focus will be the continued development of an innovative wellbeing curriculum, promoting emotional resilience, positive mental health, independent learning and global citizenship. The successful candidate will bring fresh ideas, a research-led approach and a genuine passion for developing best practice.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS and a good Honours degree.

• Be an outstanding and innovative classroom teacher.

• Have experience of curriculum development and staff training.

• Demonstrate strong pastoral leadership and a passion for pupil wellbeing.

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be confident leading safeguarding and supporting a whole-school approach to welfare.

• Be collaborative, compassionate and ambitious, with the ability to inspire both pupils and colleagues.

Previous senior leadership and DSL experience would be highly desirable. Boarding experience would also be advantageous.

What's on offer?

A competitive salary, pension, private medical insurance, fee concession, free lunch and parking. Accommodation may also be available.

Start date: April 2027
Closing date: 22nd November at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing 23rd November and 1st December.

If you are an enthusiastic leader who wants to make a lasting difference to children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.