Headteacher

The Tiffin Girls' School; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kingston upon Thames seeks a new Headteacher starting 1 September 2026. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader, committed to inclusion, and able to balance strategic growth with a nurturing environment. You will lead the school's digital initiatives and strengthen external partnerships. The application deadline is 5 January 2026, with interviews on 19 and 20 January 2026. Visits are encouraged, and further inquiries can be directed to the HR Director.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in educational leadership.
• Commitment to preserving and enhancing school values.
• Understanding of digital and AI strategies in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a cohesive educational community.
• Manage strategic growth initiatives related to curriculum.
• Enhance partnerships to enrich student experience.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Visionary leadership

Compassion and wellbeing

Inclusion advocacy

Coaching and mentoring

Job description

The Tiffin Girls’ School Governing Board is looking to appoint a new Headteacher, required from 1 September 2026, who embodies the school’s values, champions its ambition, and 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.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a school with a wonderful culture and ethos. As our new Headteacher, you will be :

• 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.

For more information about the role and The Tiffin Girls’ School, please see the 'Applicant Pack' support document.

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 on 15 and 16 December 2026.

To apply for this role, please visit our vacancies page via the 'Apply' button.

Closing date : 9.00 am on Monday, 5 January 2026.

Interviews : 19 and 20 January 2026.

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.