Head of Boarding
Closing in 20 days (24 June 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: £47,472 - £50,871
Employer: Sexey’s School
Location: Bruton, Somerset,
Contract type: All year round, Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 24 June 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
- £47,472 – £50,871
- Full-time, Permanent, All year round
- Required from September 2026
- Onsite Accommodation Provided
Lead. Inspire. Shape Lives Beyond the Classroom.
Sexey’s School is seeking an inspiring Head of Boarding to lead our thriving state boarding provision at the heart of school life.
Boarding at Sexey’s is central to who we are – providing a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where students develop independence, character and a strong sense of belonging. Rooted in our Christian ethos, we promote values of compassion, dignity and service, supporting the spiritual, moral and personal development of every student while welcoming those of all backgrounds and beliefs.
What will I be doing?
You will lead all aspects of boarding, ensuring exceptional safeguarding, pastoral care and student experience, while driving continuous improvement.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will:
- Lead and develop a dedicated boarding team
- Create a culture of belonging, respect and high aspiration
- Promote student’s personal and spiritual development
- Ensure compliance with national standards
- Contribute to whole-school improvement
- Report to and engage with the Trust Board
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are looking for a leader who:
- Has experience in boarding or pastoral leadership
- Is deeply committed to student wellbeing and safeguarding
- Can inspire staff and students alike
- Values and can support an inclusive spiritual ethos
- Shares our values of Aspiration, Respect, Equity and Community
- Believes in the power of boarding to change lives
What is in it for me?
- A distinctive and ambitious state boarding school
- A strong culture of inclusion and belonging
- Part of a supportive and forward-thinking Trust
- Leadership accommodation provided
DBS check
The advertised post is subject to a teaching and learning observation interview, an enhanced DBS check References, Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.
Supporting documents and information
Sexey’s School and the Quantock Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment
Closing date: 9am 24 June 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Early applications are strongly encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate before the above dates.
The Quantock Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
