Independent Prep School (Pre-Reception to Year 6)

Applications are invited for the position of Head at Felsted Prep, to succeed Miranda Norris who will leave Felsted in 2027 after five years of exceptional leadership.

Founded in 1564, Felsted School is a leading co-educational HMC and IAPS boarding and day school, educating circa 900 students aged 3–18. Located in a picturesque rural village in North Essex, the School occupies a stunning 90-acre campus. Felsted prides itself on being a welcoming and grounded school community which plays to the interests and strengths of the individual. Felsted celebrated 50 years of co-education in 2020 and was  named ‘Boarding School of the Year’ at the 2023 TES Schools Awards.

The Head of Felsted Prep is a pivotal role for an ambitious and driven leader, deeply committed to the School’s ethos and values. The role will work with the Head of Felsted School, Governors and members of the Senior Leadership Team in order to drive forward Felsted Prep for its next exciting chapter.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary individual with energy, flair and ambition to contribute to a compelling one-school vision which builds on the existing strong platform of success and develops further the school in ways which allow for the development and continuation of educational and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of exceptional academic leadership, sound business judgement and the ability to inspire and motivate pupils and staff, engaging effectively with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally. They will ensure Felsted continues to prepare its pupils to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. 

Applications are welcomed from individuals who share and support the broader educational and charitable mission of Felsted School.

Further information about Felsted School can be found at www.felsted.org. 

How to Apply

Felsted School is being assisted in the recruitment of this key appointment by Hillcrest Search, from whom a Candidate Pack can be obtained by sending an email to info@hillcrestsearch.co.uk. 

Screening interviews will be conducted online by Hillcrest Search and short-listed candidates will attend first stage and final panel interviews at Felsted School.

The closing date for applications is Friday 12 June.

Hillcrest reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date in the event that they receive a high volume of suitable applicants and therefore encourage early submission of application.

Felsted is committed to equal opportunities and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all pupils and a ‘culture of vigilance’ to safeguard and protect all in its care, and to all aspects of its ‘Safeguarding (Child Protection and Staff Behaviour) Policy’. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this position if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All employees are subject to pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.