Head of Futures

Overview

As Head of Wimbledon High School, I'm delighted you are interested in joining our staff. There's a distinct atmosphere at WHS, which I hope you will have a chance to witness. It's an academic and purposeful place, yet full of fun and laughter.

Wimbledon High School Boat Club is a key part of the school community, supporting a hugely ambitious, thriving and motivated program. Rowing is a popular sport at Wimbledon High School, and the Boat Club nurtures a supportive environment where students can learn rowing from scratch and progress to national medals, GB rowing programme, or rowing scholarships.

The closing date for applications is 8th October 2025. Interviews will take place on 10th October 2025.

The role

There are several roles described in this posting across different school departments. Roles include: Head of Futures, Minibus Driver and Estates Operative, Head of Junior School Science, Head of Rowing Coach, Upper KS2 Class Teacher, and Junior School Teaching Assistant. Each role has its own responsibilities, requirements and interview dates as listed in the original posting.

Responsibilities and key duties

• Rowing and Boat Club: support the Head of Rowing in the running of the Boat Club; develop training programmes; organise trips and camps; lead sessions in the absence of the Head of Rowing (HoR) as required.
• Futures Programme: provide expert guidance on UK and international higher education applications; deliver Sixth Form Futures lessons; shape and lead the Futures Programme from Years 7-13; contribute to leadership of the Sixth Form Team; ensure students develop confidence, skills and aspirations for life beyond school.
• Curriculum and teaching: oversee development and delivery of PE curriculum; lead prescribed subjects; coordinate examination entries, staffing, timetabling; promote a culture of participation and excellence in sport; teach KS3-KS5 as required.
• Support roles: transport and minibus driving; grounds and maintenance tasks; event setup and logistics; assist with after-school and weekend activities and fixtures.
• Pastoral and safeguarding: contribute to school pastoral systems; uphold safeguarding standards; participate in DBS and safeguarding checks as required.

About you

You will bring relevant experience and qualifications for the specific role, including but not limited to coaching rowing in a school setting, higher education guidance experience, teaching qualifications, and valid driving or other required certifications as applicable. Strong leadership, teamwork, communication and a commitment to safeguarding are essential.

About Wimbledon High School

Wimbledon High School is a highly academic school for girls aged 4 to 18, located in Wimbledon, less than 20 minutes from central London. Since 1880, WHS has a heritage of excellence and is a beacon within the GDST network. We offer a range of benefits including competitive salaries, professional development, training grants, life assurance, a discount on GDST fees, interest-free loans, travel schemes and more.

As part of the Girls' Day School Trust, we are committed to diversity, inclusion and safeguarding. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding screening.

Benefits and equal opportunity

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Fees discount for GDST schools (up to 50%)
• Interest-free loans for training, computer purchases and travel
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible pension information available
• Other terms and conditions of employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Right to work in the UK must be demonstrated.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding children and staff checks, including online searches, will apply to this post.

Application process and dates

The closing dates and interview dates vary by role and location within the school; please refer to each specific posting for its exact timetable. The final closing date for some roles is listed in the individual job blocks, and interviews are scheduled accordingly.