The client is seeking an accomplished educational leader to serve as Head of School, providing strategic and educational leadership across the whole school. This role focuses on advancing the next phase of development, with particular emphasis on the continued evolution of the secondary and sixth form experience, sustained pupil growth, and the ongoing development of the wider educational proposition. The head will shape a long-term vision while preserving the culture, values, and distinctive character of the school.
Key priorities include delivering clear, ambitious, values-led leadership; building on existing strengths to elevate academic standards and the overall pupil experience; and supporting the continued development of secondary and sixth form, including preparing pupils for higher education and future pathways. The head will champion excellent teaching, strong pastoral care, pupil wellbeing, and holistic education, while also supporting the evolution of the school’s wider provision, including boarding. The role includes developing and empowering leaders and colleagues to create a high-performing, collaborative, aspirational culture, and strengthening authentic relationships with pupils, parents, staff, and the wider school community.
The head will work closely with leadership and colleagues across an international education network to influence all aspects of school life, including people, culture, community, enrolment, and campus development. Responsibilities include collaborating with admissions and marketing to strengthen the school’s profile and long-term enrolment momentum, ensuring investment in campus and facilities continues to enhance the experience of pupils and colleagues, and representing the school with credibility within the independent education sector. The client is looking for a highly credible senior educational leader with a strong track record in high-quality school environments, combining educational credibility with strategic vision and effective people leadership, along with the commercial awareness to understand enrolment, reputation, and positioning.