Headteacher

Local Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational organization is seeking a Headteacher for a secondary school in Greater London. This pivotal role involves leading school improvement initiatives, enhancing teaching and learning, and preparing for Ofsted inspections. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in secondary education. The competitive leadership salary is offered, and interested candidates should apply via email, maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher in secondary education.
• Strong track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Experience working in schools rated Requires Improvement or similar contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, visible leadership across the school.
• Drive rapid and sustainable improvement in teaching and learning.
• Lead Ofsted preparation and school improvement planning.
• Build confidence with staff, pupils, parents and the wider community.
• Work closely with the Trust to deliver strategic priorities.

Skills

Leadership

School Improvement

Strategic Thinking

People Leadership

Commitment to Inclusive Education

Job description

Headteacher – Secondary School

Location: London

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: To be agreed

Salary: Competitive leadership salary (DOE)

About the Role

Local Education has been engaged by a secondary school within a multi‑academy trust to support the recruitment of a Headteacher.

This appointment comes at a pivotal time for the school, with a clear focus on :

• Improving Ofsted outcomes (currently rated Requires Improvement)
• Strengthening teaching, learning and leadership
• Increasing pupil numbers for September 2026 intake

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, visible leadership across the school
• Drive rapid and sustainable improvement in teaching and learning
• Lead Ofsted preparation and school improvement planning
• Build confidence with staff, pupils, parents and the wider community
• Work closely with the Trust to deliver strategic priorities

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher in secondary education
• Strong track record of school improvement and raising standards
• Experience working in schools rated RI or similar contexts
• Strategic thinker with strong people leadership skills
• Committed to inclusive education and long‑term growth

How to Apply

Due to high levels of interest, please email in the first instance. All enquiries will be treated confidentially