Visionary Headteacher — Inclusive Leadership & Growth

OFG Education; Banbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Millwood School is part of OFG Education, seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a specialist provision into a new growth chapter. You will unite strategic thinking with compassion, empower staff and forge strong partnerships with families and stakeholders.

The role demands clear leadership across teaching, safeguarding, operations and student wellbeing, driving excellence and high expectations for every learner.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience as Headteacher or senior leader ready for Headship.
• Proven track record of improving outcomes and school-wide change.
• Strong leadership of teaching, safeguarding and pastoral provision.

Responsibilities

• Set and deliver a clear vision for continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes.
• Lead teaching, learning and curriculum development across the school.
• Provide personalised support to enable academic, social and emotional success.
• Create a culture of high expectations, inclusion, accountability and professional excellence.
• Champion safeguarding and student welfare to keep children safe and supported.
• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing team with wellbeing focus.
• Ensure operational efficiency, financial sustainability and inspection readiness.
• Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities and external agencies.
• Act as an ambassador for the school and support future growth.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Headteacher experience

Drive whole-school improvement

Leading teaching and learning

Curriculum development

Safeguarding and pastoral provision

Inspire and develop teams

Data, QA and self-evaluation

Communication with parents and stakeh

Operational and financial leadership

Job description

Oxford Millwood School is part of OFG Education, seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a specialist provision into a new growth chapter. You will unite strategic thinking with compassion, empower staff and forge strong partnerships with families and stakeholders.

The role demands clear leadership across teaching, safeguarding, operations and student wellbeing, driving excellence and high expectations for every learner.