Executive Head. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Executive Head - Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Lead a Flagship School Within a High-Performing Trust. Our client is seeking an ambitious and strategic Executive Head to lead and shape the future of both the school and the young people it serves. If you're a visionary leader ready to drive excellence at scale, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Job Title: Executive Head
Location: London, South East
Salary: c.£150,000 Base
Job Type: Full – Time, Permanent

About Our Client: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an exceptional, process-driven Executive Head to lead the development of the largest school within a high-performing and growing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South East. This Trust has established a tried and tested framework across its schools, consistently delivering outstanding primary education and building a strong leadership support network. Now, they are seeking a strategic, implementation-focused leader to embed and enhance this approach within their flagship London school.

Executive Head - The Role:

As Executive Headteacher, you will:

1. Lead with clarity and purpose, ensuring the Trust’s established framework is effectively implemented to drive excellence.
2. Develop and empower the senior leadership team, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with the Trust’s vision.
3. Deliver measurable impact - enhancing teaching quality, pupil outcomes, and overall school performance.
4. Collaborate with Trust-wide leadership, sharing best practices and contributing to the wider strategic direction.
5. Engage key stakeholders, including governors, parents, and the wider community, to maintain and build upon the school’s outstanding reputation.

Executive Head – You:

We are seeking a proven leader with a track record of successfully implementing and delivering educational improvement at scale. The ideal candidate will have:

1. Executive-level leadership experience within a large or complex school setting.
2. A strong operational mindset, ensuring systems and structures are embedded effectively.
3. A passion for delivering outstanding primary education, with a commitment to pupil success.
4. The ability to drive change and manage large teams, while maintaining a culture of excellence.
5. Experience in a Trust or multi-school leadership environment is highly desirable.

What’s on Offer:

Join a high-performing Multi-Academy Trust with benefits designed to support your well-being, career growth, and impact:

1. A collaborative, high-achieving environment with motivated pupils and dedicated staff.
2. Strong leadership support from an engaged Governing Board, Trust Board, and Chief Executive.
3. Ongoing professional development and a key role in the Executive Leadership Team.
4. Opportunities to shape the Trust’s future and drive meaningful change.

Application Process:

This is a high-impact role within a forward-thinking Trust, offering the chance to lead transformational change at a flagship school while benefiting from a strong, supportive leadership network. To apply or discuss this opportunity confidentially, please get in touch.