Headteacher

Blenheim Schools; Heath Charnock; On-site; GBP 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is seeking a Headteacher for Beech Hall School in Cheshire. The role provides strategic leadership across all aspects of school life, ensuring teaching excellence, safeguarding, wellbeing and student achievement.

Collaborate with governors, parents and the Blenheim Schools Group to foster inclusion, ambition and excellence, driving ongoing school improvement and staff development. Start January 2027; salary up to £95,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• NPQH is required.
• Independent K12 experience is required.
• Successful experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader.
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership that drives a positive and high-performing school culture.
• Lead strategic development and continuous improvement of Beech Hall School.
• Champion excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery.
• Ensure outstanding safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care for all students.
• Build and motivate high-performing teams through coaching and professional development.
• Utilize data and self-evaluation to drive student outcomes and informed decision-making.
• Manage school operations, resources and financial sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data-driven

Communication

Education

NPQH

Independent K12 experience

Job description

Headteacher

2026-10-08T06:17:42

Adlington

Lancashire

GB

PR6 9

Any

Blenheim Schools

2026-11-06T16:30:47.8

Job Description

Empowering Every Learner, Inspiring Every Day

Job Title: Headteacher

Location: Beech Hall School, Beech Hall Drive, Cheshire, SK10 2EG

Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: January 2027

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

Welcome to Beech Hall School, a vibrant independent school nestled in a stunning 16-acre site on the edge of the Peak District. We cater to children aged 6 months to 18 years, fostering a nurturing environment where small class sizes and high expectations empower every student to reach their full potential.

As part of OFG Education, we blend academic excellence with a rich array of sporting, creative, and personal development opportunities, ensuring our students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Guided by our core values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, and Ambition, we are proud to cultivate an inclusive community where everyone is encouraged to believe in themselves and embrace new opportunities.

Role Purpose

We are on the lookout for an exceptional Headteacher to lead Beech Hall School into an exciting new chapter. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader to:

• Build on our strengths
• Drive school improvement
• Make a lasting impact on the lives of our students, staff, and the wider community

As Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership across all aspects of school life, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding, wellbeing, and student achievement. Collaborating closely with colleagues, governors, parents, and the wider Blenheim Schools Group, you will foster a culture of inclusion, ambition, and excellence where students thrive and staff flourish.

What You Will Be Doing

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Provide inspirational leadership that drives a positive, ambitious, and high-performing school culture
• Lead the strategic development and continuous improvement of Beech Hall School
• Champion excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum delivery
• Ensure outstanding safeguarding, wellbeing, and pastoral care for all students
• Build, develop, and motivate high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and professional development
• Utilize data and self-evaluation to drive student outcomes and informed decision-making
• Manage school operations, resources, and financial sustainability effectively

Build strong partnerships with parents, governors, external agencies, and the wider community

Collaborate across the Blenheim Schools Group to share best practices and contribute to future growth and innovation

Act as an ambassador for the school, enhancing its reputation and profile both internally and externally

What You Will Bring

You will be an experienced and accomplished school leader with a proven ability to:

• Drive improvement and inspire teams
• Deliver exceptional outcomes for students

Key qualifications and experiences include:

• NPQH required
• Independent K12 experience required
• Successful experience as a Headteacher or senior school leader
• A strong track record of raising standards and improving educational outcomes
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Experience leading change and managing school improvement initiatives
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and quality assurance
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
• The ability to analyze data and use evidence to drive performance and improvement
• A resilient, adaptable, and forward-thinking approach to leadership

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child 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 transformative power of education and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

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