Head of School
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Waterlooville, PO7 7JJ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 19 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key responsibilities
- be responsible for, under the direction of, and in consultation with, the Executive Headteacher, the overall day to day operational management and leadership of the school.
- provide vision, leadership and direction which are focused on continuous school improvement.
- effective working relationship with the Executive Headteacher, leadership team and all staff.
- seek strategies through which to achieve the agreed and shared vision of the school, leading by example particularly in respect of all aspects of teaching and learning and ensuring equality of opportunity for all.
Who we are looking for Youwill be a credible, values-driven leader with a successful track record at senior level within the education sector. You will bring strong experience of leading teams and supporting children and young people with a wide variety of additional needs. Youwill also offer:
- Strong understanding of SEND, safeguarding and relevant legislation
- Proven ability to lead teams through change and improvement
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills
- Resilience, professionalism and a genuine commitment to inclusive education
- Experience of leading different teams is desirable but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer you:
- Being part of a unique and caring staff team
- Work within a supportive, collaborative environment
- Opportunities for high-quality professional development
- Access to an impressive wellbeing offer
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.