Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Senior leadership appointment

Full Time, Permanent, Term Time Only

Eastbourne College is seeking an experienced and inspiring school leader to join its senior leadership team as Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Reporting to the Headmaster, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership across safeguarding, boarding, pupil wellbeing, behaviour and pastoral care. They will be an accomplished leader with excellent judgement, strong interpersonal skills and a clear commitment to the College values of participation, the pursuit of excellence, integrity and kindness.

The College offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. Accommodation may be available.

To apply, please visit https://www.eastbourne-college.co.uk/contact/employmentopportunities/ and click the Apply Now button to complete the required application form.

A letter of application (addressed to the Headmaster), evidencing your suitability for the post against the job description and person specification described above, and an up-to-date CV should be uploaded with this online application form.

Please also provide the contact details of three referees, one of whom should be your current employer (for teachers this means your head).

Closing date: Wednesday 30 September 2026

Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy

For further information please contact Human Resources Department on hr@eastbourne-college.co.uk or phone .

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, pre-employment medical questionnaire and positive references. The College is committed to equal opportunities in employment.

Eastbourne College is seeking an experienced and inspiring school leader to join its senior leadership team as Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Reporting to the Headmaster, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership across safeguarding, boarding, pupil wellbeing, behaviour and pastoral care. They will be an accomplished leader with excellent judgement, strong interpersonal skills and a clear commitment to the College values of participation, the pursuit of excellence, integrity and kindness.

The College offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. Accommodation may be available.