Elsfield
A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education Job Title: Headteacher\n Location: Oxford Millwood School, Elsfield, OX3 9UW \n Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) \n Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday \n Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only \n Start: January 2027 \n Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the School\n Welcome to Oxford Millwood School, a nurturing haven in North Oxford where high-quality education meets a supportive community. Our dedicated team is committed to fostering a calm, inclusive environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish. Role Purpose\n At Oxford Millwood School, we believe every young person deserves the chance to thrive. We are on the lookout for an exceptional, values-driven Headteacher to lead our specialist provision into an exciting new chapter of growth, innovation, and achievement. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a school where inclusion, ambition, and student success are at the heart of everything we do. \n We seek an inspiring leader who can blend strategic thinking with genuine compassion. You will motivate and empower staff, build meaningful partnerships with families and stakeholders, and cultivate a culture where every student feels safe, valued, and capable of achieving their best. \n As Headteacher, you will provide dynamic leadership across all areas of the school, driving excellence in teaching and learning, safeguarding, operational performance, and student wellbeing. You will lead a talented team, champion high expectations, and create an environment where curiosity, confidence, and aspiration can flourish. \n This is more than just a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact, shape futures, and ensure that every child has the support, opportunities, and belief they need to succeed. What You Will Be Doing\n As the leader of Oxford Millwood School, you will: \n\n • Set and deliver a clear vision that drives continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes for students.\n, • Lead high-quality teaching, learning, and curriculum development across the school.\n, • Ensure students receive personalized support that enables them to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.\n, • Create a culture of high expectations, inclusion, accountability, and professional excellence.\n, • Champion safeguarding and student welfare, ensuring children and young people remain safe, supported, and empowered.\n, • Lead, develop, and inspire a talented team, promoting staff wellbeing and professional growth.\n, • Ensure the school operates effectively, maintaining compliance, financial sustainability, and inspection readiness.\n, • Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities, and external agencies.\n, • Act as an ambassador for the school, enhancing its reputation and supporting future growth.\nWhat You Will Bring\n We are looking for a passionate and experienced school leader who has: \n\n • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification.\n, • Current or previous Headteacher experience, or significant senior leadership experience as a Deputy Headteacher with clear readiness for Headship.\n, • A proven track record of improving outcomes and driving whole-school improvement.\n, • Strong experience leading teaching and learning, curriculum development, safeguarding, and pastoral provision.\n, • The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.\n, • Experience using data, quality assurance, and self-evaluation to raise standards.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with parents, carers, and external stakeholders.\n, • Strong operational and financial leadership capability.\nAbout Blenheim Schools\n Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child thrive. \n We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence, and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential. \n Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families. \n We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year. How to Apply\n Complete your application before the closing date. \n Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. \n OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.