Executive Head of School
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GBP66,368 : GBP90,255
Cambridge
Contract: Full:time, Permanent (52:week contract)
Are you an inspirational and visionary leader ready to establish, grow, and define the future of an innovative educational provision?
Do you possess the strategic expertise and left:field creativity required to ensure every student:especially those who thrive outside mainstream settings:can access education and achieve the impossible?
If you are an experienced Head or Deputy seeking a high:impact, autonomous role where you will lead with integrity and passion, this is your opportunity to build a culture of excellence and care.
The Role: Visionary Leadership and Operational Excellence
We are seeking an Executive Head to provide energetic and integral leadership for the day:to:day running of our Cambridge school. Reporting directly to the Directors and Board, you will be empowered to ensure the highest standards of teaching, learning, and pastoral care, nurturing a positive culture that celebrates individuality and fosters community.
Key Areas Of Responsibility
* Strategic Direction: Provide visionary leadership, deliver the School Improvement Plan, and lead the strategic growth of the provision, developing new curriculum pathways and expanding capacity.
* Operational Management: Oversee budgets, timetabling, resource management, and administrative systems to ensure efficiency, impact, and compliance (including acting as the Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy).
* Teaching and Curriculum: Encourage innovation, creativity, and the effective use of digital technology; manage staff performance, and monitor/improve teaching and student outcomes across the school.
* Pastoral Care: Ensure outstanding therapeutic and pastoral care for both students and staff, promoting a highly inclusive and supportive learning environment.
* Stakeholder Relations: Build and sustain a strong local reputation for excellence, actively engaging with parents, Local Authorities, and community partners.
About You: The Inspiring, Strategic Leader
You are a proven leader with the drive, charisma, and resilience necessary to succeed in a demanding yet highly rewarding environment.
* Proven Leadership: Extensive senior leadership experience as a Head or Deputy Head, ideally holding the NPQH (or actively working towards it).
* Strategic Vision and Execution: Possess the ability to analyse, think, and plan strategically to ensure successful growth, coupled with the confidence and conviction to implement strategy and achieve aims.
* Financial Acumen: A strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and commercial awareness to manage resources effectively.
* Interpersonal Excellence: Outstanding people skills with the ability to motivate, build collaborative relationships, and manage staff recruitment, development, and performance.
* Commitment to SEN Excellence: High academic standards within the SEN context, with a deep belief in the value of exceptional pastoral care and an innovative approach to learning.
* Compliance: Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS) and complete all required Child Protection Training.
Why Join Us?
This is a career:defining opportunity to lead a provision committed to making the impossible possible for students who need it most. You will be part of a supportive Group structure, benefiting from shared expertise and contributing to wider strategic initiatives, all while maintaining the autonomy to shape the provision in Cambridge.
How
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at for more information.
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