Headteacher

The Role

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries – in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East – serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

We are seeking to appoint a strong and ambitious Headteacher to lead Oakleigh House School. Providing education for 100 years, Oakleigh House is the only independent primary school in Swansea, South Wales, offering education from Nursery to Years 6. Located in the Uplands area of the city, at the top of Cwmdonkin Park, the school enjoys an enviable position with beautiful views over the park and the coastline beyond.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an inspiring and highly skilled educationalist to lead our School. The successful candidate will have the strategic vision, drive and experience to build on existing success and develop the school further while preserving and staying true to its history and tradition.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative, warm and innovative professional with a demonstrated growth mindset and their values must be totally in tune with the ethos of the school. You will provide inspirational leadership coupled with strong management and communication skills and will have a Primary education background and an understanding of Welsh regulations would be an advantage.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a completed Cognita application form and a covering letter addressed to Nicola Lambros, General Manager, addressing the criteria outlined in this Candidate Brief and accompanying person specification. The letter should be no more than two sides of A4. A current CV can also be added but it cannot replace the completed application form.

All applications should be submitted to our Senior Talent Manager Kamini Chouhan by email, Recruitment@cognita.com and must be received by Sunday 21st January 2024, 5pm.

Shortlisting: Week commencing 22nd January 2024.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Thursday 1st February 2024.

The new Headteacher will be expected to take up the post in September 2024