Aylesbury High School

Headteacher

Job Reference LBHDA
Closing Date Friday 17 Feb 2023

Aylesbury High School is one of the most successful schools in Buckinghamshire, with outstanding GCSE and A-level results which reflect the emphasis placed upon engaging, rigorous and creative teaching combined with the determination of the students to do well. A girls’ grammar school with around 1300 students, the School offers a balanced and broad curriculum which is forward-looking, innovative and of the highest academic quality. Combined with a rich and varied co-curricular programme, Aylesbury High School’s mission to: Prepare, Challenge, Inspire, aims to cultivate self-confident, independent thinking students who are ready to meet the opportunities of the 21st century.

Aylesbury High School is now seeking an inspirational leader with a strong personal commitment to educating girls and empowering women. They will bring a professional openness, curiosity and interest in research and evidence that informs their approach to the delivery of our central mission and vision. With a track record of driving school improvement, they will build on the academic excellence for which Aylesbury High School is known, whilst ensuring the continued breadth of co-curricular opportunities that supports the development of our students as well-rounded, balanced individuals.

The successful candidate will have proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams, think strategically and deliver transformational change. With the communications skills to effectively articulate and promote the School’s vision, they will be exceptional stakeholder managers who can demonstrate a genuine commitment to positive engagement throughout the wider School community and beyond, including students, governors, staff, parents and other partners.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Aylesbury High School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference LBHDA. Alternatively, telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Friday 17th February 2023.

Combined with a rich and varied co-curricular programme, Aylesbury High School’s mission to: Prepare, Challenge, Inspire, aims to cultivate self-confident, independent thinking students who are ready to meet the opportunities of the 21st century.