Headteacher

Woodeaton Manor School, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9TS

31 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 December 2025

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: L21-L27

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who We’re Looking For

• An experienced senior leader with a proven track record in specialist education settings.
• Ambitious and driven, with the vision and energy to lead continuous improvement and inspire excellence.
• Committed to inclusion, ensuring every child is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
• Skilled in curriculum development, teaching and learning improvement, and staff development.
• Confident in using data and evidence-based strategies to raise achievement.
• A strong communicator and outward-facing ambassador, able to build positive relationships with staff, families, and external stakeholders.
• Dedicated to safeguarding, compliance, and equality, with a deep understanding of SEND and statutory requirements.
• Resilient, adaptable, and ready to lead with integrity, professionalism, and compassion.

What the school offers its staff

What we Offer

• Competitive salary
• Fully funded CPD, mentoring & coaching
• A trust-wide commitment to wellbeing, including paid wellbeing days, and free on-site parking
• Flexible working options
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Employee referral scheme(earn up to £500 for successful referrals)
• Highly resourced classrooms, small class sizes and access to multidisciplinary teams
• A strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture

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.

About the Role

• Drive a culture ofcontinuous improvementin teaching and learning
• Lead day-to-day operations with a hands-on approach
• Strengthen the school’s inclusive culture and commitment to wellbeing
• Developstrong partnershipswith families and the wider community
• Ensure robust governance, compliance, and financial sustainability
• Lead innovation while preserving the school’s unique character and heritage
• Work closely with the Propeller Academy Trust to achieve strategic objectives

Commitment to safeguarding

The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Woodeaton Manor School

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 18
• School size: Up to 84 pupils
• Age range: 7 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Woodeaton Manor School website
• Email address: recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01865 558722
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woodeaton-manor-school-oxford

At Woodeaton, we are proud to be part of The Propeller Academy Trust, working together to ensure that every young person is supported to achieve their potential, both academically and personally. Our school is a nurturing and inclusive community where pupils feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

We specialise in providing a supportive learning environment for children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Every member of staff is committed to understanding the individual strengths and challenges of our pupils, and to tailoring learning so that each child experiences success and develops confidence in themselves.

Our curriculum is broad, engaging, and flexible, designed not only to meet academic goals but also to equip pupils with the skills they need for life beyond school. We place strong emphasis on wellbeing, resilience, and personal growth, ensuring that every pupil can thrive and look forward to a positive future.

As part of The Propeller Academy Trust, we benefit from collaboration with other schools who share our vision and values. This partnership enables us to draw on a wide range of expertise, resources, and opportunities, further enriching the experiences we can offer our pupils.

Arranging a visit to Woodeaton Manor School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk.

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