Saxton Bampfylde specialises in executive search and leadership advisory for schools and wider educational organisations. We help institutions identify and recruit visionary leaders to drive success and shape the future of education.

Innovation through adaptation

The education sector has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability in recent years, with senior leaders turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. Looking ahead, schools and educational organisations will continue to explore advancements in digital learning, pastoral care, well-being, and pupil attainment. Success will depend on forward-thinking leadership teams working closely with engaged Boards to drive progress and expand educational possibilities.

Specialist leadership advisors to:

  • Independent schools
  • Multi-academy trusts
  • International schools
  • Special schools & SEND organisations
  • Education charities
  • Education regulators

Advisors for the recruitment of:

  • Heads, CEOs and Principals
  • Bursars and Directors of Finance and Operations
  • Chairs and Governors
  • Other C-Suite Management
  • Deputy Heads and Heads of Junior/Prep School
  • Specialist Programme Directors
  • and more…

Our approach

Championing diversity, equity and inclusion

 

 

Our experience: transforming school leadership

Education is a cornerstone of our firm, with over two decades of experience advising on leadership appointments in the schools sector. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, ambitions, and culture, enabling us to thoughtfully represent them and attract high-quality, mission-aligned candidates. Our team is committed to a clear, effective, and collaborative appointment process.

Our Clients

Meet our team

Our Partnerships

 

Candidate Opportunities

Bishop Wordsworth's School

Headteacher

Closing date: Thursday 6 Feb 2025

Luckley House School

Head

Closing date: Friday 14 Feb 2025

Merchant Taylors' School, Crosby

Head

Closing date: Thursday 6 Feb 2025

Dean Close

Head of Senior

Closing date: Wednesday 5 Feb 2025

The Kemnal Academies Trust

CEO

Closing date: Friday 31 Jan 2025

Let’s take it from here

 

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