Executive Headteacher

Elliot Marsh; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education trust in London is seeking an Executive Headteacher to lead diverse schools within their portfolio. The role demands significant leadership experience, a track record of school improvement, and qualifications such as QTS and NPQH. The successful candidate will cultivate collaboration, ensure compliance with educational frameworks, and represent the trust in various forums. An attractive salary between £90k to £120k and benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to excellent CPD opportunities

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Headteacher or Executive Headteacher.
• Experience working within a Multi-Academy Trust structure.
• Experience leading or working within a SEN environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership across the trust.
• Lead and monitor school improvement strategies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Act as a representative at regional and national forums.

Skills

Leadership in education

Collaboration

School improvement

Knowledge of Ofsted framework

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

NPQH or equivalent qualification

Job description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Headteacher to join the team.

Location: London

Salary: £90k to £120k

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

About The Company

Our client is a respected and forward-thinking education trust overseeing a portfolio of thriving schools. Built on strong child-focused principles and a dedication to educational excellence, the trust creates nurturing, ambitious environments where both pupils and staff succeed. As part of their ongoing growth, they are now seeking an Executive Headteacher to lead and support several schools within the organisation.

Executive Headteacher - The Role

In this pivotal role, you will champion outstanding teaching and learning across multiple settings, ensuring pupils consistently achieve their full potential. You will cultivate high-performing, collaborative teams and nurture a culture where innovation and professional growth are encouraged. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will also shape trust-wide initiatives and strengthen the strategic direction of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership across the trust, establishing clear direction, priorities, and measurable goals
• Lead and monitor school improvement strategies, ensuring compliance with Ofsted, DfE, and statutory safeguarding expectations
• Build strong, productive relationships with Headteachers, staff, governors, parents, and external partners to promote excellence and shared learning
• Act as a representative of the trust at regional and national forums, contributing to audits, networks, and collaborative improvement programmes

You

• Significant experience as a Headteacher or Executive Headteacher with a track record of delivering sustained school improvement
• Experience working within a Multi-Academy Trust structure
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and NPQH (or working towards/equivalent qualification)
• Experience of leading or working within a SEN environment
• Strong working knowledge of the Ofsted framework and its practical application

Benefits

• Attractive pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including additional wellbeing days across the trust
• Access to excellent CPD opportunities and trust-wide professional learning communities
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated wellbeing support

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