Head Teacher - Leith Hill School

This vacancy presents a unique opportunity within the highly regarded and successful Cavendish Education Group to shape the future of a brand-new independent specialist school The Head Teacher will be required to start April 2025, or sooner.

Leith Hill School is set in the Surrey Hills AONB, on a 45-acre site. The new school will open in September 2025 and will offer day places for children aged 7-16, most of whom are likely to be able learners with an EHCP to support autistic spectrum conditions and/or co-occurring social, emotional, and mental wellbeing needs. We are looking for an inspirational leader who is committed to providing pupils with a lively, creative, and forward-thinking academic community equipped with exceptional resources and new facilities for all subjects and activities.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have had experience in establishing and/or leading exceptional schools
• Be able to show thorough understanding and commitment to specialist education and have the determination, experience, skills, and knowledge to deliver the highest standards of education to outstanding levels
• Be able to demonstrate a proven track record of creating, driving, and achieving excellence in educational leadership
• Have the ability to create a safe environment that protects and safeguards all pupils in the school
• Be a dynamic and inspirational leader to work with motivated multi-disciplinary teams of experienced and highly effective educators and therapists
• Be able to think strategically, innovate and work collaboratively
• Be committed to providing every child with an exceptional educational offer, ensuring they are supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential
• Be insistent on the highest standards in everything they do

Why Choose to work with the Cavendish Education Group?

At Cavendish Education, we prioritise high-quality, inclusive learning environments where staff and pupils are supported to grow and thrive.

Joining our team means:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Membership of Pension and Life Assurance Schemes
• Exceptional professional community to collaborate within a network of like-minded professionals
• A culture that prioritises pupil and staff well-being
• Free lunch, parking and subsidised Gym membership
• A culture that rewards dedication, innovation and excellence

If you wish to be part of our fantastic school community and would like to know more, please visit the Cavendish Education website via the apply button, or email:

To apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: Wednesday 6th November 2024.

Interview dates: Thursday 14th and Friday 15th November 2024.

Cavendish Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to receipt of a completed application form, satisfactory references and relevant checks and Enhanced DBS Disclosure.