Headteacher

Teaching Vacancies; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Kingston upon Thames seeks an exceptional Headteacher to advance its ambitious educational vision. The successful candidate will lead with integrity and warmth, uniting staff and students while fostering an inclusive environment. Responsibilities include enhancing the school's digital and curriculum strategies and building external partnerships to enrich student experiences. The role offers competitive salary under Group 7 scale and commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading educational institutions with clear moral purpose.
• Ability to navigate and implement pedagogical innovations effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting students' wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and unify staff and students around a clear educational vision.
• Drive strategic growth in digital and curriculum development.
• Enhance partnerships for broader student opportunities.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Strategic thinking

Compassion

Inclusion advocacy

Coaching and mentoring

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• A visionary leader who can unite staff, students, and the wider community behind a clear, ambitious educational and moral purpose.
• A strategic thinker, able to use resources ethically and effectively, balancing pedagogical innovation with stability.
• A compassionate presence, committed to proactive wellbeing, safeguarding, and cultivating a warm, respectful environment.
• A champion of inclusion, ensuring every student feels a deep sense of belonging and is supported to flourish both academically and personally.
• An inspirational coach and mentor, empowering staff through trust, professional growth, and leadership.

With a mandate to:

• Sustain excellence:Maintainour outstanding outcomes and nurture our unique, values led environment.
• Lead strategic growth: Head the next phase of our digital and AI strategy and curriculum and assessment development to ensure our provision effectively prepares our students for the world of work.
• Enhance external partnerships: Improve our local and national presence, particularly strengthening our role in widening access and outreach that enriches our students’ experience beyond the school gates.

What the school offers its staff

The salary for the role will fall within the Group 7 scale with Teachers Pension Scheme. The post will be offered subject to the necessary pre-employment checks, including medical fitness and enhanced DBS.

Further details about the role

The Tiffin Girls’ School Governing Board is looking to appoint a new Headteacher who embodies the school’s values, champions its ambition, and who will lead with integrity, warmth and clarity of purpose. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a school with remarkable strengths, impressive outcomes, and a vibrant, cohesive community.

For further information about the role and The Tiffin Girls’ School please read our Job Advertisement and Applicant Pack below.

Visits to the school by interested candidates are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Claire Russam, HR Director ([e-mail]) to arrange. Visits will be offered 15 and 16 December 2026.

Applications should be made electronically to [e-mail] by completing the Headteacher Application Form below.

Closing date: Monday 5 January 2026 at 09.00am | Interviews: 19 and 20 January 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

The Tiffin Girls’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and support this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to both a full employment history and child protection check, and will also be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.