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Moorlands School Headteacher Opportunity

 

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The successful candidate will demonstrate sensitive yet strong leadership, articulating the values, qualities and ambitions that lie at the heart of the Moorlands School ethos – especially to parents and staff. They will present a clear and coherent direction for the school for the next stage of its development. In addition to having a creative educational vision, founded on their own broad teaching experiences, they will also show the ability to deliver modern marketing strategies, commercial awareness and financial understanding, which are all essential qualities for the leader of an independent school in a competitive marketplace.

This exciting opportunity will suit candidates with strong interpersonal skills, resilience, energy and creativity, who can demonstrate successful strategic experience in senior leadership at Head or Deputy Head level.

Salary

Salary negotiable according to experience.

Timeline

Closing date – 9am, Monday 28th April

Interviews – 13th and 14th May

Start date – January 2026

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How To Apply

For further information, an informal and confidential discussion about the role, to arrange a visit to the school or to discuss the application process please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership Appointments.

Safeguarding

Moorlands School value equality and diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment practices including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check for the appointed candidate.

Martin Blair

Hays Leadership Appointments

Tel: 07736791138

Email: martin.blair@hays.com

Key Documents

Job Description and Person SpecificationThe Moorlands WayThe Future