Headteacher

Hodge Hill Girls' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 8EY

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L29 - L35*

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Can cultivate a welcoming, motivating and inclusive workplace culture

• Is a visionary leader who can inspire staff, pupils and the wider community with a clear and ambitious direction

• Has a proven track record of successful school leadership and driving excellent outcomes for students

• Is passionate about teaching and learning,with deep expertise in curriculum, assessment and strategies to raise achievement

• Is an exceptional communicator who builds strong positive relationships with staff, pupils,parents and governors

• Works strategically, making evidence-based decisions to drive improvement and innovation

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming,diverse and supportive school community with committed staff, governors and families

• Happy, respectful and motivated pupils who value their education and aspire to succeed

• A strong culture of inclusion, pastoral care and high expectations

• An ambitious curriculum alongside a wide range of enrichment and leadership opportunities

• A committed Governing Body dedicated to supporting school improvement and strategic development

• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development and leadership growth

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

An Exceptional Opportunity for an Inspirational Leader.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an outstanding and passionate Headteacher to lead and build upon the strong foundations of our inclusive, ambitious and caring school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and strategic leader to shape the next chapter of a school that is deeply rooted in its community and committed to “Educating Tomorrow’s Women Today.”

We are seeking a highly effective leader who can inspire, innovate and drive continued improvement whilst maintaining the nurturing ethos and high expectations that define Hodge Hill Girls’ School. The successful candidate will display exceptional integrity and a wide-ranging skill set, including a deep understanding of the educational landscape, and expertise in financial and governance frameworks. They will share our unwavering belief that every pupil deserves the very best opportunities to succeed academically, socially and personally, regardless of background or circumstance.

Hodge Hill Girls’ School is a close-knit community of 750 pupils in Years 7-11 and prides itself on being a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious school, with a talented and committed staff who know and care for each pupil as an individual. Our PRIDE values - Partnership, Respect, Inspiration, Determination and Excellence - underpin every aspect of school life and feed a culture where pupils feel safe, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

This is an opportunity for an exceptional candidate to lead a school with a strong sense of identity and purpose, continuing to foster a culture of high expectations, inclusion, excellent teaching and personal development. We are looking for a Headteacher who will champion girls’ education, strengthen local partnerships and ensure that every pupil is equipped with the confidence, resilience and skills needed for success in modern Britain.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended).

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hodge Hill Girls' School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 749 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hodge Hill Girls' School website
• Email address: d.grady@hodgehgs.bham.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hodge-hill-girls-school

Located in the heart of the Hodge Hill community, we are a small secondary girl’s school with strong community values. We know and care for every pupil as an individual. We strive to meet the needs of each member of our school community, celebrating diversity and always striving for equality in our school family and the wider world.

Arranging a visit to Hodge Hill Girls' School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email d.grady@hodgehgs.bham.sch.uk.

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