£70,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Education
Posted 7 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
Are you ready to lead a school with clear vision, strong strategy, and absolute accountability? Can you drive growth, shape culture, and lead staff and pupils through the next stage of the school’s development?
*** Headteacher
*** Based on experience
*** Permanent – September 2026
*** Superb school based in Gloucester
*** Lead the school through growth and strategic planning
The Role:
Lead the school through its next phase of development, taking full responsibility for strategic direction, standards, culture, staffing, and operational performance. You will work closely with governors, lead school improvement, drive teaching and learning, and make sure the school is well placed for sustainable growth and long-term success.
The Candidate:
You are an experienced senior leader with the credibility, judgement, and resilience to lead a school effectively. You combine strategic thinking with strong operational oversight, communicate clearly with staff, governors, parents, and external stakeholders, and know how to create the conditions in which pupils and staff can perform at their best.
Requirements
The School:
This superb school in Gloucester offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to take on a pivotal permanent role from September 2026. You will join a setting with strong foundations and clear ambition, where the right Headteacher can shape strategic direction, strengthen systems, develop staff, and lead the school confidently through its next stage of growth.
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Headteacher role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.
Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.
*** Headteacher
*** Based on experience
*** Permanent – September 2026
*** Superb school based in Gloucester
*** Lead the school through growth and strategic planning
The Role:
Lead the school through its next phase of development, taking full responsibility for strategic direction, standards, culture, staffing, and operational performance. You will work closely with governors, lead school improvement, drive teaching and learning, and make sure the school is well placed for sustainable growth and long-term success.
The Candidate:
You are an experienced senior leader with the credibility, judgement, and resilience to lead a school effectively. You combine strategic thinking with strong operational oversight, communicate clearly with staff, governors, parents, and external stakeholders, and know how to create the conditions in which pupils and staff can perform at their best.
Requirements
- Leadership Experience – Proven senior leadership experience within a school setting.
- Strategic Vision – The ability to lead school improvement, manage change, and plan effectively for long-term growth.
- Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication with staff, governors, parents, and external stakeholders.
- Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
- Career Commitment – A strong commitment to school leadership, pupil outcomes, and the long-term success of the school.
The School:
This superb school in Gloucester offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to take on a pivotal permanent role from September 2026. You will join a setting with strong foundations and clear ambition, where the right Headteacher can shape strategic direction, strengthen systems, develop staff, and lead the school confidently through its next stage of growth.
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Headteacher role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.
Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.