Headteacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational provider is seeking a highly motivated Headteacher to lead a school in Fulham. This role requires experience in school leadership, strategic thinking, and a strong commitment to safeguarding. The successful candidate will manage a staff of 45 and ensure a high standard of education for 37 students, with opportunities for growth. Competitive salary offered ranging from £80,000 to £95,000 per annum.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to shape long-term vision

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a private or independent school.
• Demonstrated success in leading Ofsted or ISS inspections.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of approximately 45 staff.
• Oversee the education and wellbeing of 37 pupils.
• Lead preparations for Ofsted and ISS inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Decision-making

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified school leader

Job description

Headteacher
Location: Fulham
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 80,000 - 95,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Start Date: February 2026

About the Role

An independent specialist education setting in Fulham is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Headteacher to lead the school through its next stage of development. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring high standards of education, safeguarding, and staff development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established leader who can take initiative, drive improvement, and oversee both educational and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership and day-to-day management of approximately 45 staff.
• Oversee the education and wellbeing of 37 pupils, with capacity to grow to 55.
• Lead and prepare for Ofsted and Independent School Standards (ISS) inspections.
• Develop and implement a three-year strategic plan to support school growth and improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding and child protection regulations.
• Conduct internal audits and lead quality assurance processes.
• Take responsibility for operational management, reducing reliance on the CEO.
• Research and introduce new initiatives and best practices to improve educational and business outcomes.

Person Specification

• Qualified and experienced school leader.
• Minimum two years' experience in a private or independent school.
• Demonstrated success in leading Ofsted or ISS inspections.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and inspire a positive workplace culture.
• Strategic thinker with experience in planning and implementing school improvement.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Confident, proactive, and solutions-focused leader.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary between 80,000 and 95,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to shape and deliver the school's long-term vision.
• Supportive senior leadership team and committed staff.
• A rewarding role with autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact on pupils and staff.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated, passionate team within a supportive and progressive organisation. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to make meaningful change, influence the school's direction, and play a pivotal role in its next stage of growth.

Additional Information

Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers.

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'