Headteacher

Headteacher of The Beaconsfield School Pay range: L29 - L35 Location: Wattleton Road. Beaconsfield HP9 1SU This is an exciting time to be joining both this school and our Trust of 13 schools, comprising six primaries, six secondaries and a University Technical College. We are determined that provision makes the difference to the outcomes of children in all of our schools. At Danes Educational Trust, our Headteachers are part of a collaborative team of leaders across the Trust who work together to develop optimistic, resilient learners and valued and empowered staff supported by our directors of education and inclusion and a central team of business professionals including Finance, Human Resources, IT, Marketing and Estates and Governance. This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to take the lead on the strategic development and direction of the school, providing a vision, culture and effective leadership that will ensure high quality education for all its students. At The Beaconsfield School, we believe that seeing our school in action is the best way to understand its warmth, values, and potential. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to arrange a visit prior to submitting their application. It’s a chance to meet our dedicated staff, see our vibrant learning environment, and get a real sense of the community you could be leading. To arrange a visit, please contact the Trust Human Resources team directly at hrdamin@danesedtrust.org.uk. We would be delighted to welcome you and share what makes The Beaconsfield School such a special place to learn and lead. To apply for the post of Headteacher at The Beaconsfield School, please complete the online application form which includes your supporting statement. Your statement should outline how your experience to date has prepared you for this specific role and how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification. The closing date for applications is Monday 21 September 2026 at 9.00 am. For a full job description, please visit the Danes Educational Trust recruitment website by clicking here. Relocation assistance allowance subject to eligibility. The Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.