Leading an Executive Search for a Deputy Head of Senior School and Student Wellbeing at a prestigious independent school renowned for its personalised approach to academic excellence.
The Brief
Building on a strong and trusted partnership, the school once again engaged Future Leadership to appoint a highly capable Deputy Head of Senior School and Student Wellbeing. Known for its high academic standards and unique educational philosophy, this independent, non-denominational school is a values-driven learning community founded on Achievement, Care and Empathy, Resilience, Responsibility, and Respect.
With a culture that celebrates individual learning styles, the school approaches education as a shared and deeply human experience—both universal and richly complex.
The search focused on identifying an exceptional educational leader with a compelling presence, strategic insight, and a collaborative, inclusive leadership style. The ideal candidate would inspire students and staff alike, support both academic and personal development, and contribute to the school’s ongoing tradition of excellence fostering student wellbeing.
The Process
The Future Leadership™ team, under the leadership of Liam King, executed a comprehensive executive search strategy, beginning with in-depth stakeholder consultations conducted on-site. These engagements provided critical insights into the school’s future direction and leadership needs, informing a highly targeted search process.
Drawing on our extensive network and deep industry knowledge, we identified and engaged experienced school leaders who not only met the required credentials but also demonstrated the capacity to inspire and unify their communities in leading transformational change. A comprehensive advertising campaign—across both digital and print platforms—amplified the search and attracted strong interest from a diverse and high-calibre candidate pool.
Throughout the process, the selection panel received regular strategic updates, with in-depth candidate profiles ensuring alignment with the school’s vision and long-term goals. This rigorous and transparent approach led to the appointment of a leader well-positioned to guide the school into its next chapter of growth and innovation.
The Outcome
The appointed Deputy Head of Senior School and Student Wellbeing is an accomplished educational leader with a proven record of fostering student wellbeing across diverse school settings. Their broad experience has equipped them with deep insight into a range of pedagogical approaches, leadership models, and school cultures. This versatility enhances their capacity to lead with impact, adapt effectively, and align best practices with the school’s strategic goals.
Bringing a forward-thinking and people-centred leadership style, they are well placed to strengthen collaboration, elevate student wellbeing and contribute to the school’s continued success and growth.
