Headteacher

Beech Hall School Ltd; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Millwood School, part of Blenheim Schools, seeks an ambitious Headteacher to lead its specialist provision with a values-driven approach. The role focuses on inclusion, aspiration and student success, with strategic and operational leadership to maintain high standards.

The successful candidate will inspire staff, foster strong family and stakeholder relationships, ensure safeguarding, and drive educational excellence across teaching, learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Headship experience or senior leadership with readiness for Headship.
• Proven track record of improving outcomes across a whole school.
• Strong experience leading teaching, learning, safeguarding and pastoral provision.

Responsibilities

• Set and deliver a clear vision to drive continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes.
• Lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum across the school.
• Ensure personalised student support to enable academic, social and emotional success.
• Create a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and professional excellence.
• Champion safeguarding and student welfare across the school.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Headteacher experience

Whole-school improvement

Safeguarding & pastoral

Data analysis & self-evaluation

Communication with parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education

Job Title: Headteacher
Location: Oxford Millwood School, Elsfield, OX3 9UW
Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

Oxford Millwood School is a warm, nurturing setting in North Oxford, providing high-quality education within a close-knit and supportive community. Our experienced team is dedicated to creating a calm, inclusive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

Role Purpose

Are you an inspirational school leader ready to make a lasting difference?

Oxford Millwood School is seeking an ambitious, values-driven Headteacher to lead our specialist provision into its next exciting chapter. This is a unique opportunity for an exceptional educational leader to shape the future of a school where inclusion, aspiration and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for a leader who combines strategic vision with compassion, someone who can inspire staff, build strong relationships with families and stakeholders, and create an environment where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to achieve their potential.

As Headteacher, you will provide outstanding educational, operational and strategic leadership, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding and student wellbeing. You will lead a dedicated team committed to transforming lives through education and champion a culture of excellence, curiosity, ambition and inclusion.

What you will be doing

As the leader of Oxford Millwood School, you will:

• Set and deliver a clear vision that drives continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes for students.
• Lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development across the school.
• Ensure students receive personalised support that enables them to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
• Create a culture of high expectations, inclusion, accountability and professional excellence.
• Champion safeguarding and student welfare, ensuring children and young people remain safe, supported and empowered.
• Lead, develop and inspire a talented team, promoting staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Ensure the school operates effectively, maintaining compliance, financial sustainability and inspection readiness.
• Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities and external agencies.
• Act as an ambassador for the school, enhancing its reputation and supporting future growth

What you will bring

We are looking for a passionate and experienced school leader who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Current or previous Headteacher experience, or significant senior leadership experience as a Deputy Headteacher with clear readiness for Headship.
• A proven track record of improving outcomes and driving whole-school improvement.
• Strong experience leading teaching and learning, curriculum development, safeguarding and pastoral provision.
• The ability to inspire, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience using data, quality assurance and self-evaluation to raise standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with parents, carers and external stakeholders.
• Strong operational and financial leadership capability.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year.

Up to £85,000 per annum (depending on experience)