Independent senior leadership jobs in England

The Godolphin and Latymer School, Hammersmith and Fulham

We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Head (Pastoral) from September 2025. The School’s facilities are excellent, making it an exciting place to learn and work. It is a vibrant and friendly community of 810 girls and 250 teaching and support staff.

Channing School, Haringey

The Deputy Head (Academic) is responsible for the academic life of the Senior School, overseeing curriculum design, assessment and reporting and academic outcomes.

Christ's Hospital School, West Sussex

Christ’s Hospital is seeking an outstanding educationalist to take on this exciting role as joint Deputy Head at this major co-ed boarding school, recently awarded Independent School of the Year 2024/25, starting in September 2025.

Bury Grammar School, Bury

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a suitably experienced and well qualified professional to lead the School’s Finance function and to join our successful Senior Leadership Team.

University College School, Camden

We have a truly exciting opportunity for an outstanding educator to join us in the high-profile Senior Leadership position of Deputy Head (Pupils), DHP, to lead pastoral delivery and develop our strategy for outstanding pastoral care.

New Hall School, Chelmsford

New Hall is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Director of Finance & Operations. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record of senior leadership and strategic financial capability in a complex environment.

Cokethorpe School, Oxfordshire

Cokethorpe is an independent day school for boys and girls aged four to eighteen, set in 150 acres of glorious Oxfordshire parkland. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a happy, strong and vibrant community.

Inspired Education, Westminster

We are very excited to be taking registration of interest in attending our flagship recruitment event of the 2024/25 recruitment season. This will be a large scale in person event held in central London on Saturday 18th January 2025.

Guildford High School, Surrey

We are looking for a dynamic leader who will be able to continue to improve upon the already outstanding teaching within the department.

Egerton Rothesay School, Hertfordshire

We are looking for an individual with experience in educational leadership, particularly in the field of SEN and SEMH, who has a genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of pupils to help them achieve their full potential.

Magdalen College School, Oxfordshire

Magdalen College School is seeking to appoint a highly-qualified, experienced and inspirational Deputy Head to lead and manage Teaching and Learning, Staff Professional Development, and the School’s Partnerships.

Tes Schools Recruitment, Waltham Forest

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Deputy Head Academic in an Independent School in Epping Forest

Forest School, Waltham Forest

Forest School is an outstanding independent day school located on the edge of Epping Forest. Forest is a large, diverse, and vibrant school, with approximately 1,500 pupils from 4 to 18.

Stonyhurst, Lancashire

As the Facilities Director, you will be at the forefront of promoting a positive health and safety culture while ensuring compliance with all governmental and internal policies.

Forest School, Waltham Forest

Forest School is an outstanding independent day school located on the edge of Epping Forest. Forest is a large, diverse, and vibrant school, with approximately 1,500 pupils from 4 to 18.

Stonyhurst, Lancashire

As the Director of IT, you will not only oversee technical services across our remarkable campus but will also play a strategic role in shaping the future of digital learning and innovation at a renowned independent school.

King Edward's School, Birmingham

King Edward’s School is seeking a highly qualified teacher and leader to take on the role of Deputy Head (Academic). This is a permanent, full-time position from 1 September 2025.

Ipswich School, Ipswich

We seek an inspiring individual capable of leading a diverse, inclusive and aspirational programme, where high performers can sit comfortably alongside high levels of participation and a strong culture of health and fitness.

Surbiton High School, Kingston upon Thames

The core purpose of the role of Vice Principal (Educational Excellence & Innovation) at Surbiton High School is to lead strategically on learning and teaching, with a focus on innovation and digital strategy, ensuring a tailored approach for pupils.

Prior's Field, Surrey

We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious Head of Sixth Form to join our school. The successful candidate will work closely with the SLT as part of an extended leadership team and will play a key role in promoting the Sixth Form at Prior’s Field