Headteacher for a small new Independent school

The proprietors are in search of a Headteacher who possesses the qualities of vision, leadership, and energy needed to establish and build a successful and high-achieving school.

Imperial Oak is a unique learning environment dedicated to fostering a strong commitment to inclusivity and deep integration within the local community.

School Vision

We strive to create a culture and a pathway of achieving excellence, equipping all our young people to become resilient life-long learners, with the creative skills to face life’s challenges with innovation and a desire to succeed.

Who we are: 

Imperial Oak Preparatory School is a unique learning environment in the heart of London Elephant and Castle. The school has 48 pupils capacity of KS1 with the intention to expand to KS2 in the next 2 years which will bring the total number of pupils then to 112.

We intend to strong reputation amongst the diverse community which it serves.

We are seeking a candidate who:

Will oversee the strategic direction, development and performance of the school, to drive excellence, enhance teaching and learning practices and have a commitment to a culture of diversity, inclusion and equality.

Will work with proprietors to develop a strategic vision for the school to meet the challenges of changing funding and demographics in the local area through close and detailed financial management and innovative approaches to income generation.

Has experience in managing or operating within challenging financial circumstances. 

Is innovative, inspirational, and able to motivate our staff and children ensuring they feel valued and supported.

Has proven leadership, interpersonal and management skills.

Can continue to build on strong relationships with parents, other local schools, and the wider community.

We can offer:

The opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

A rich and creative curriculum to promote the development of each child.

An experienced, knowledgeable, and enduring staff team who are dedicated and supportive.

A committed and loyal Senior Leadership Team.

A rich and diverse community.

An experienced Governing Board with a broad range of skills.

This role would suit a strong Deputy Head who is looking to move into a Headteacher role, or an experienced Head looking for a new opportunity within an independence-based school.

For further details about the school please visit www.imperialoakprep.co.uk

All interested candidates are warmly invited to visit the school in advance of applying.

Please email to arrange a visit at: info@imperialoakprep.co.uk

Imperial Oak Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ((DBS) check (including a check against the Children’s Barred list), and other pre-employment screening including reference and medical fitness.