Executive Headteacher
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Plus Bonus and Car Allowance
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a dynamic and visionary Executive Headteacher to lead a specialist independent school in Bedfordshire, with responsibility expanding to two additional provisions as they open. This is a unique opportunity to influence the development of a growing group of schools that provide high-quality education for pupils with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership across multiple school sites
Inspire and manage senior leadership teams
Oversee curriculum quality, teaching standards, and student progress
Ensure strong safeguarding and compliance practices
Lead school development planning and Ofsted readiness
Work collaboratively with educational psychologists and clinical teams
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000
Fully funded CPD and leadership development
Supportive central services (HR, finance, estates)
Peer network of Executive Headteachers
Enhanced benefits including pension, INSET days, maternity/paternity pay, life assurance, and wellbeing initiatives
About You:
We're looking for an experienced senior leader with a strong background in SEMH or independent education, who is passionate about delivering inclusive, high-quality learning environments. If you're ready for a new challenge with strategic impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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For more information or to express interest, please contact Lakshmi at or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.
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