St Helen's School
Head
St Helen’s is a leading independent day school for almost 1,200 girls aged 3-18 and is a member of the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA). The spacious and beautiful 21-acre site is conveniently located in the heart of Northwood in North London. The School is committed to academic excellence and is dedicated to equipping pupils with the skills which will enable them to take their places as leaders in a rapidly changing world. In addition to providing a wonderful environment for girls to flourish and succeed, an outstanding pastoral system ensures that girls remain balanced and supported throughout the various stages of their journey through the School.
The Governing Board is now seeking to appoint a new Head. As the School approaches its 125th anniversary in 2024, the school and governors are working closely to develop an ambitious 5-year vision for the School that reinforces its strengths, supports a distinctive positioning in a competitive market, and ensures stability in a dynamic economic and regulatory environment. We are seeking a Head who can bring a fresh and innovative approach to shaping, planning and delivering the future vision for the School.
The successful candidate will be an inspirational and exceptional leader with the credibility and skills to engage fully with the whole school community in the delivery of the School’s strategic aims and vision. S/he will be a collegiate and team orientated leader who is measured and considered in decision-making. The Head will be a strategic thinker capable of developing high aspirations for the School whilst maintaining the distinctive traditions and achievements that sets St Helen’s apart from others.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the St Helen’s School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference SATAKC Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Thursday 12th October 2023.
The School is committed to academic excellence and is dedicated to equipping pupils with the skills which will enable them to take their places as leaders in a rapidly changing world.