Founding Head

Westerfield College; Great Witley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium independent sixth form college in Worcestershire is seeking a Founding Head to lead and develop its vision for exceptional education. The successful candidate will establish and grow the school while delivering a world-class curriculum and co-curricular programmes. Strong entrepreneurial skills, excellent communication abilities, and a global perspective are essential. The role includes acting as an ambassador for the college and requires personal drive and ambition.

Qualifications

• Capable of delivering an exceptional curriculum and extensive co-curricular programme.
• Possess adaptability and resilience, intellect, ambition, and a global perspective.
• Gravitas to act as an ambassador to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a compelling vision for the College.
• Establish and grow the school with an entrepreneurial attitude.
• Deliver an exceptional curriculum and an excellent staff body.

Skills

Entrepreneurial attitude

Adaptability

Excellent communication skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Unique Sixth Form College - Worcestershire

This is an outstanding opportunity to found and lead Westerfield College, a premium independent sixth form. The Founding Head will develop and bring into reality a compelling vision for the College that will offer an exceptional, world‑class education.

Located in Abberley Village, Worcester, Westerfield College provides a blend of rigorous sixth‑form education in a College environment, where every graduate gains a smooth transition to higher education, whether in the UK or abroad. Specialising in A Level, University and Pre‑Med Foundation courses, and Academic English for International Student courses, the College prides itself on its ability to offer the best pre‑university preparation.

Our vision: impact the child, impact the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and bring into reality a compelling vision for the College that will offer an exceptional, world‑class education.
• Establish and grow the school with an entrepreneurial attitude and a hands‑on approach.
• Deliver an exceptional curriculum, extensive co‑curricular programme, and an excellent staff body.
• Act as an ambassador to a range of audiences and demonstrate commercial acumen.

Key Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial attitude and a hands‑on approach to establishing and growing the school.
• They will be capable of delivering an exceptional curriculum, extensive co‑curricular programme, and an excellent staff body in place.
• They will possess adaptability and resilience, intellect, ambition, and a global perspective.
• First‑class communication skills, with the gravitas to act as an ambassador to a range of audiences, are crucial and should be complemented by commercial acumen and personal drive and ambition.

Application Process

Closing date for applications: Noon on Monday, 5th January 2026.

First stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 12th January 2026.

Second stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 2nd February 2026.

Contact

For a confidential conversation about the role, contact Richard Stevenson via [e-mail] or 07722 022390.

Recruitment process supported by Headspace Academics: headspaceacademics.com.