We are seeking a dynamic Head of School to join us who will support us in continuing to provide an excellent standard of education whilst driving school improvement forward. You will be an outstanding teaching and learning practitioner with the skills to translate this into high standards and excellent attainment.

 

Working with our Executive Head Teacher, you will be responsible for translating a clearly articulated vision into action. You will lead and manage the school day-to- day and work as part of a team in managing the strategic direction of the school.

Our Head of School will:

• Be an effective and experienced senior leader with excellent management and organisational skills.
• Be able to lead transformational change, working at pace alongside governors and staff.
• Have sound knowledge of education best practice and be able to coach and support to ensure high quality teaching and learning.
• Monitor progress and performance to ensure every child and every member of staff achieves their best.
• Be innovative, working in partnership with our community, with neighbouring schools as part of the Hove Partnership, Durrington Research School and with the Local Authority.
• Be committed to equality and able to tackle barriers to learning and well-being.
• Have a holistic focus on children’s well-being to ensure a safe and inspirational learning environment.

We can offer you:

• An exciting opportunity to develop a crucial role in shaping the future of the school
• Excellent career prospects in a dynamic collaboration
• Support and guidance from an experienced leadership team and embedded federation structures
• A supportive and engaged parent body and local community
• Hard-working and committed governing body
• A commitment to your continued professional growth and career development
• Children who are excited, enthusiastic and ready to learn
• A happy school where everyone is celebrated for their strengths and valued for their differences
• Friendly, professional and supportive colleagues

 

We would encourage you to visit our school.

 

Closing date: 3rd June 2026

 

Interview date: Friday 12th June 2026

 

Please contact MicheleFairhall@brunswick.brighton-hove.sch.uk for a recruitment pack and application form.