Job Description

Worth School

West Sussex

Salary:

Competitive

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 September 2026

Apply by:

1 September 2025

Job overview

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Head

From September 2026

Worth School is a thriving Catholic Benedictine HMC co-educational school. With over 600 pupils aged between 11 and 18, at least half of whom are boarders, Worth School is set in a stunning 500 acre estate in the weald of West Sussex and sits alongside the monastery.

Worth is a remarkable place. Named Boarding School of the Year in 2024, pupils and staff are aligned in their commitment to the Benedictine ethos, culture and values of Worth. The pupil experience is broad, deep and rich, with an emphasis on achieving strong academic outcomes within a holistic education which cares as much about the heart and soul as the mind. With its strong family and community feel, Worth provides a nurturing environment for all its pupils and encourages them to achieve their very best and serve others with courage, tolerance and care.





The Abbot, Chair and Governors seek to appoint a successor to Stuart McPherson who has had a distinguished tenure as the school's Head. The successful candidate will be a committed, practising Roman Catholic, ready to embody and role model the Benedictine values and Catholic ethos, a warm and empathetic person with a strong strategic mindset, vision and energy, proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire staff and pupils.

For information on the School, the role and the application process, please go to RSAcademics' website at https://www.rsacademics.com





Potential candidates are invited to email one of the following consultants for a confidential initial conversation:

Sarah Glencross: sarahglencross@rsacademics.com or


Louisa Barham: louisabarham@rsacademics.com


Claire Oulton: claireoulton@rsacademics.com

The closing date is Monday 1st September 2025 at 10.00am UK time.

Worth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

About

Worth School

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Worth School

Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 4SD
United Kingdom

+44 1342 710200

Worth is an independent boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 11 to 18, set in the heart of the Sussex countryside between London and Brighton. The School is a vibrant, inclusive community of over 600 pupils and some 300 teaching and support staff, living out an ethos that is derived from Catholic and Benedictine values. We welcome those of all faiths or none.



Worth is a place for teachers with a passion for their vocation, who are looking to be part of a friendly, professional and supportive team. There are opportunities for professional development, myriad ways to be involved in the community and co-curricular activities, delicious food, a stunning location and a very good package for the right people.



Worth School is located in the South East of England and is set alongside Worth Abbey in 500 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside.

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