Education head teacher jobs

08 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Witherslack Group Tonbridge, UK

£69,332 - £76,481 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and t herefore will need experience working with children with SEN as well as experience developing and embedding curriculum initiatives for children with SEN. This is a pivotal leadership role within the school, with responsibility for driving the educational vision, maintaining high standards and supporting the day-to-day educational leadership of a dynamic and...

WG

08 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Deputy Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Tonbridge, UK

£69,332 - £76,481 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and t herefore will need experience working with children with SEN as well as experience developing and embedding curriculum initiatives for children with SEN. This is a pivotal leadership role within the school, with responsibility for driving the educational vision, maintaining high standards and supporting the day-to-day educational leadership of a dynamic and...

04 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Head Teacher

Polaris Community Maidenhead SL6, UK

Polaris Education - Morley School, Maidenhead Head Teacher Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only Salary: 50,000 to 60,000 dependent on experience Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Opening Date: Projected opening date September 2026 Are you a compassionate and dedicated educational leader? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking an exceptional Head Teacher to lead our nurturing and inclusive school community. About the School Located on the outskirts of Maidenhead, our School offers a capacity of up to 100 pupils and safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Coventry, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Leicester, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Northampton, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Rugby CV23, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Nuneaton, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

WG

02 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group Royal Leamington Spa, UK

£60,145 - £66,368 + excellent benefits Please note: This is a specialist role within the primary phase of our school. This role will commence in September 2026. Those Huge Small Victories Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and...

26 Mar, 2026

Permanent

Head Teacher

Dovetail and Slate Wirral, UK

Job Title: Head Teacher of Progress Schools Location: Mersyside Contract: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks) Salary: Up to 60,000 per annum (depending on qualifications & experience) This position is for three sites, you will be based primarily at one site and will be accountable for the quality of provision, safeguarding, culture and operational performance across all sites. To provide strong operational leadership across the provision, ensuring consistently high standards of education, safeguarding and student support across the sites. The Headteacher is accountable for the quality of provision, regulatory compliance and inspection readiness of the registered schools while developing the Associate Headteachers and wider staff team to deliver high-quality outcomes for students. Preferred Skills: Leadership and Operational Management, highly motivated and value driven. Strong understanding of effective curriculum design, teaching, learning and assessment in...

28 Mar, 2026

Permanent

SENIOR TEACHER / HEAD OF SCIENCE

Educ8sen Hounslow, UK

Role: Senior Teacher Head of Science Contract: Full time Location: W3 Chiswick Main Purpose Lead the Science across the school, driving high standards of teaching and learning across all key stages. Take a key role in school leadership as a senior teacher, contributing to the wider development of Eagle Park Independent School. Teach Science classes, ensuring high-quality, inclusive education for all pupils. Demonstrate expertise and provide support as an experienced SEN teacher, specialising in Autism and Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for the Science curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy. Deliver outstanding classroom teaching, adapting approaches for pupils with SEN, specifically those with Autism and SLCN. Work closely with other staff to support inclusive practice across the school. Monitor pupil progress and implement effective interventions to maximise achievement....

21 Mar, 2026

Permanent

Head of Science and Teacher of Physics

Connaught Resourcing Ltd (Education) United Kingdom

Head of Science and Teacher of Physics- International Baccalaureate International IB School Northern Italy August 2026 Connaught Education is working on behalf of an exceptional international private school in northern Italy to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Science (Physics specialism) on a permanent basis from August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious educator to take on a key leadership role within a growing and forward-thinking school community. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Science department, driving high standards of teaching and learning, and delivering engaging Physics lessons across secondary age ranges. The Role: Lead and manage the Science department, including curriculum development and staff support Teach Physics across Key Stage 3, IGCSE, and potentially IB programmes Promote innovative and inquiry-based teaching practices Contribute to whole-school development and strategic planning...

WG

04 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Lead English Teacher

Witherslack Group Sandbach, UK

Up to £53,835 + TLR + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed,...

WG

04 Apr, 2026

Permanent

English Lead Teacher

Witherslack Group Sandbach, UK

Up to £53,835 + TLR + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed,...

16 Mar, 2026

Full Time Permanent

Headteacher

£82,654 - £95,735 yearly

Futura Learning Partnership Bristol, UK

Headteacher An inspiring leadership opportunity for a Headteacher within a thriving primary education environment at Bridge Farm Primary School. The role focuses on school leadership, teaching and learning excellence, safeguarding, curriculum development and driving pupil achievement across the school. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, School Leader, Primary Education Leader, Head Teacher, Principal, School Principal, Head of School, Executive Headteacher, Lead Principal, Head of Education SALARY: £82,654 - £95,735 Leadership Scale LS20 to LS26 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Bristol, Somerset, South West England TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 32.5 hours per week JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Headteacher, at Bridge Farm Primary, to provide strategic leadership within...

WG

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Witherslack Group Bristol, UK

Up to £45,091 + excellent Benefits Please note the closing date for applications is 4th May , with shortlisting on 5th May. Interviews are currently scheduled for 15th May. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we're enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people's needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. Get out what you put in You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the...

WG

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Safeguarding Lead

Witherslack Group Bristol, UK

Up to £45,091 + excellent Benefits Please note the closing date for applications is 4th May , with shortlisting on 5th May. Interviews are currently scheduled for 15th May. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we're enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people's needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. Get out what you put in You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the...

WG

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Group Safeguarding Lead

Witherslack Group Bristol, UK

Up to £45,091 + excellent Benefits Please note the closing date for applications is 4th May , with shortlisting on 5th May. Interviews are currently scheduled for 15th May. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we're enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people's needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. Get out what you put in You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the...

WG

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Head of Safeguarding

Witherslack Group Bristol, UK

Up to £45,091 + excellent Benefits Please note the closing date for applications is 4th May , with shortlisting on 5th May. Interviews are currently scheduled for 15th May. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we're enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people's needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. Get out what you put in You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the...

WG

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Child Protection Lead

Witherslack Group Bristol, UK

Up to £45,091 + excellent Benefits Please note the closing date for applications is 4th May , with shortlisting on 5th May. Interviews are currently scheduled for 15th May. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we're proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we're enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people's needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. Get out what you put in You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the...