Head of House
The Lenham School is an OFSTED GOOD school who are committed to recruiting exciting teachers to join and complement our successful team. This is a wonderful opportunity for an energetic, optimistic and passionate classroom teacher looking to take the next step into leadership to join a growing Trust with an established staff body, and strong department with a good spread of experience.
The role is for a committed and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its students and staff, along with wanting to be part of a friendly, team-based workforce.
The Lenham School will be divided into five Houses. The Head of House will be responsible for leading their own ‘mini-school’ of approximately 200 children, within our wider school. The Head of House is an inspirational and dynamic leader with the vision to craft their own House identity. Their House will become their home at TLS. The Head of House is responsible for the welfare, behaviour and progress of all children in their House.
This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher and the ability to teach English, Science, PE, DT or Business would be an advantage.
We are a dedicated, collaborative team of professionals who enjoy welcoming new staff, new ideas and fresh input. Opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide networking, support, quality assurance and friendship.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mrs Nicky Wheeler by email on recruitment@thelenham.viat.org.uk providing a telephone number on which we can contact you.
The closing date is 12 noon on Wednesday, 2 April 2025, however, please note the Trust has the right to appoint at any point before the closing date.
Please submit completed applications to recruitment@thelenham.viat.org.uk
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
A copy of our school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
