Headteacher

Heathermount School; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Headteacher to provide visionary leadership and strategic direction. You will ensure high academic standards and maintain operational efficiency while fostering strong relationships with staff, students, and parents. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-resourced school catering to students with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational leadership.
• Visionary leadership skills.
• Ability to foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction across the school.
• Ensure high academic standards.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.

Job description

Overview

The Headteacher will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction across the school, working closely with an experienced and high performing senior team. This role is essential in ensuring a cohesive and consistent educational experience, maintaining high academic standards, and overseeing the school's operational and financial performance. The Headteacher will cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and foster strong, collaborative relationships with staff, students, parents, and

Permanent

Heathermount School

About Heathermount School

Heathermount school is an outstanding day school, owned by Cavendish Education, set in 12 acres of beautiful grounds in Ascot, Berkshire. Our mission is to build confidence and prepare students for life. In October 2024 Ofsted graded the school outstanding in all areas. Heathermount also holds NAS Advanced Autism Accreditation, WASP, LPPA and Leaders in Safeguarding (Gold) Award. Heathermount provides a high-quality education for students aged 5-18 who have a primary diagnosis of Autism, as well as some co-occurring conditions. All our students have an Educational Health & Care Plan. We are a well-resourced school with small classes (max 8) with students supported by a team of educational and therapeutic staff who work in unison to achieve the best outcome for our learners. Heathermount follows a slightly adapted national curriculum, with three personalised curriculum