Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

Earlscliffe, Folkestone

• Ref:KCC886-6138-199L
• Posted:13/05/2026
• Pay:Competitive salary
• Start Date:1 September 2026
• App Close Date:22/05/2026 at 16:00
• Interviews:Week commencing 25/05/2026

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An exceptional leadership opportunity in international boarding education.

Earlscliffe School is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our ambitious and thriving senior leadership team.

This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic educational leader to help shape the future of a high-achieving international boarding school renowned for academic excellence, exceptional pastoral care, and a genuinely global outlook.

Working closely with the Headteacher, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational leadership of the School, helping to deliver an outstanding educational experience for students from around the world.

We are looking for a visible, emotionally intelligent, and values-driven leader who will inspire staff and students alike while championing excellence across every aspect of school life — academic, pastoral, boarding, and co-curricular.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial senior leadership experience within independent, boarding, and/or international education settings, alongside a deep commitment to holistic education and the wellbeing of young people.

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to make a lasting impact within a vibrant, internationally-minded school community where students are encouraged to thrive academically, personally, and globally.

If you are passionate about educational excellence, student development, and leading within a forward-thinking boarding environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Earlscliffe offer the following: 

• Complimentary meals during term time
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development opportunities
• Membership of the wider Dukes Education community

Information about the school

Earlscliffe was founded as an independent boarding school for international students in 2012 and is part of the Dukes Education group.

We currently have students from more than 30 countries across the world.

We offer a two-year A-level programme in traditional subjects together with One Year GCSE and Pre-A courses.

In September 2026, the school will be launching BTEC Extended Diplomas in Business and Sport.

Earlscliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure applications to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), verification of candidates’ right to work in the UK and other pre-employment checks as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025). Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of our recruitment process. We value diversity and promote equality for all.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early so please apply as soon as possible

For further details on our Safeguarding Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy, please see our school website: https://www.earlscliffe.co.uk/about-earlscliffe/policies/.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Yemina Hone
• Address:29 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2NB
• Telephone: 01303 253951
• Email: yeminahone@earlscliffe.co.uk

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