Executive Headteacher: Leading an Alternative Provision in West Drayton, London
Randstad is proud to partner with a highly regarded multi-academy trust to appoint an Executive Headteacher for a thriving alternative provision (AP) school in West Drayton. This is a unique opportunity for a proven leader to join a 'Good' rated school with a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future. The successful candidate will lead a specialist team, drive strategic development, and deliver exceptional outcomes for students with diverse and complex needs.
The Challenge and The Opportunity
As Executive Headteacher, you will be a strategic leader, not just an operational manager. You will be responsible for:
* Strategic Leadership and Vision: Steering the school's long-term vision, ensuring it aligns with the trust's broader mission of providing outstanding specialist education.
* Curriculum and Standards: Overseeing the development of a robust and innovative curriculum that is both challenging and accessible, promoting academic rigor and life skills.
* Team Leadership and Development: Mentoring and empowering a dedicated team of educators, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivating strong, impactful relationships with the trust, local authorities, parents, and the wider community to secure the best resources and support for students.
* Resource Management: Exercising astute financial and operational management to ensure the school's sustainability and success.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a seasoned educational leader with a distinguished track record. The ideal candidate will possess:
* Substantial senior leadership experience within an alternative provision or a specialist educational setting.
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong record of school improvement.
* A sophisticated understanding of special educational needs (SEN) and the specific challenges faced by students in AP settings.
* Exceptional strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into concrete, measurable outcomes.
* Outstanding people leadership skills, with a history of building and motivating high-performing teams.
* A deep commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.
Rewards and Benefits
This is a key leadership role with a compensation package that reflects its significance. We offer:
* Outer London Leadership Pay Scale L21-L27 (£85,396 - £98,280), commensurate with experience and impact.
* A comprehensive professional development program, including access to a network of trust leaders and specialists.
* Generous annual leave and enhanced parental leave schemes.
* Enrollment in the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS).
* A suite of benefits, including mental health support, discounted gym memberships, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
If you are an accomplished leader ready to take on a new challenge and make a lasting impact on an entire school community, we encourage you to apply.
Please contact Paul Hirchfield for a confidential discussion on 01293 527416 or email your CV to paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk.