Head of School & Visionary Leader

St John's School, Leatherhead; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

St John’s School Leatherhead is seeking an inspirational education leader to assume the role of Head, guiding a thriving 11–18 co-educational day and flexible boarding school. The candidate will build on strong academic outcomes and lead strategic development with warmth and sound judgement.

The next Head will work with an experienced Senior Leadership Team to sustain high expectations, drive the school’s agreed strategy, and ensure safeguarding and welfare are central to all activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a head or senior leader in a school.
• Ability to lead strategic development and financial management.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school in partnership with a Senior Leadership Team.
• Drive academic excellence, personal development and community engagement.
• Oversee strategy, finance, and governance in a substantial independent school.

Job description

St John’s School Leatherhead is seeking an inspirational education leader to assume the role of Head, guiding a thriving 11–18 co-educational day and flexible boarding school. The candidate will build on strong academic outcomes and lead strategic development with warmth and sound judgement.

The next Head will work with an experienced Senior Leadership Team to sustain high expectations, drive the school’s agreed strategy, and ensure safeguarding and welfare are central to all activities.