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Head of School

Reed
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Location

London, Greater London SE11 5EW

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Head of School position is available at a primary school in SW16, starting in September 2025.
  • The role requires a qualified teacher with at least 6 years of experience and proven senior management capabilities.
  • The successful candidate will manage day-to-day operations, uphold high standards of teaching, and implement the school's vision and policies.
  • The salary for this position is competitive on the Leadership Scale L18-24, reflecting the responsibilities involved.
  • Candidates should demonstrate excellent leadership skills and a commitment to professional development in order to inspire staff and students.

Job Title: Head of School

Location: Primary School, SW16

Grade: Leadership Scale L18-24

Responsible to: Executive Headteacher

Start Date: September 2025

About the Role: Reed Education is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Head of School for a primary school based in SW16. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a vibrant and dynamic school community, ensuring outstanding outcomes for all pupils. The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the school, implementing the agreed vision, principles, and policies, and maintaining high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the school in achieving high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.
  • Ensure the effective implementation of the school's vision, principles, and policies.
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the school, including staff management and resource allocation.
  • Promote and monitor the whole school behaviour policy to maintain high standards of behaviour.
  • Oversee the quality of Early Years Provision and ensure robust monitoring, evaluation, and support.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the school and its development as a centre of excellence.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with families, the community, and other stakeholders.
  • Model outstanding practice in teaching and school leadership.
  • Ensure the effective recruitment, selection, and professional development of staff.
  • Use data to monitor pupil progress and outcomes, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with at least 6 years of experience.
  • Proven experience at Senior Management Level and leading at a whole school level.
  • Strong understanding of the Primary Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
  • Experience in assessment and data analysis.
  • Excellent leadership and management skills.
  • Ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary on the Leadership Scale L18-24.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Access to a range of resources and support from Reed Education.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.