GLF is seeking to appoint an exceptional strategic leader to guide and inspire education across our Trust of 43 schools.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for someone who leads with clarity, conviction and a strong sense of purpose.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on more than 19,000 students, spanning early years to post-16 provision, by championing excellence in teaching and learning and strong academic outcomes for all. You will drive a bold vision for inclusive, equitable and aspirational education, creating a cohesive educational journey where every child, at every stage of their education, is supported to thrive. By reducing barriers to learning, including those faced by children experiencing disadvantage, and advancing social mobility, you will ensure each learner is empowered to grow, learn and flourish, reaching their full potential at every stage.
Academic achievement remains essential for all. However, this role is about unlocking potential and shaping ambitious futures rooted in aspiration across every phase of learning. A Trust-wide strategy, enriched by personal development, character growth and meaningful experiences, will support every child and young person, in every stage of their education through to their transition to post-16 destinations.
In doing so, they will be equipped to contribute to society with confidence, integrity and purpose. We seek a leader who appreciates the distinct identity of each school while advancing our shared vision of ‘One GLF’. If you value collaboration, coherence and continuous improvement, and you embody the GLF values of Respect, Integrity, Kindness and Inclusivity, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
What We Are Looking For
* Honours degree or equivalent
* Qualified Teacher Status
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
* Proven senior leadership across diverse school settings with a track record of raising standards.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver an ambitious, inclusive educational vision.
* Deep expertise in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and whole-phase education (EYFS to post-16).
* Strong understanding of national education policy, including SEND and safeguarding.
* Skilled in data-driven improvement, stakeholder engagement, and leading systemic change.
* Values-led leader who builds high-trust relationships and champions equity and social justice.
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
Join Our Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
* Access to our highly competitive pension scheme (LGPS)
* Generous holiday allowance
* Work life and family friendly policies
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Access to a staff benefits portal
* Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Salary: Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Location: The Beacon School, Banstead / GLF Trust Office in Earlsfield.
Contract: Permanent (please note this is an Associate contract, and not Teaching Terms and Conditions).
Start Date: ASAP
Closing date for applications: 13 September 2025
To arrange an informal conversation with our Interim CEO James Nicholson, please contact Katie Sullivan (contact details provided in the 'Join our Community' pack). #J-18808-Ljbffr