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Head of KS5 – Transformative Sixth Form Leadership in Redbridge

Unleash your leadership prowess as Head of KS5 at one of Redbridge’s most aspirational secondary schools! This is a rare and exhilarating chance for an ambitious, visionary educator to drive sixth form excellence, lead a dynamic post-16 team, and shape futures at a school where student achievement is everything. If you are an inspiring Head of KS5 (or ready to step up), determined to make a profound impact and leave a legacy, this is your opportunity to shine.

Join a forward-thinking community where your ambitions are matched with unrivalled support and innovation. As Head of KS5, you’ll immerse yourself in a culture that puts wellbeing, outcomes, and high aspirations centre stage. Expect exposure to cutting-edge pedagogy, top-tier CPD, ambitious colleagues, and clear pathways for your continued professional progression. This is a school where strong values meet real ambition – and where your sixth form leadership will make an unmistakable difference every day.

Key Highlights:

• Head of KS5 – senior post-16 leadership with significant influence
• Inner London MPS1-6 (£40,317 - £52,300) per year
• Located in vibrant Redbridge, East London
• School consistently graded Good to Outstanding by Ofsted
• Outstanding CPD, mentoring, and leadership development on offer
• Ideal for outstanding, impact-driven teachers with QTS or next-gen aspiring middle leaders
• Exceptional learning spaces, advanced resources, and inclusive sixth form provision

What You'll Be Doing:

• Crafting and delivering an ambitious vision for all KS5 provision
• Leading, mentoring and inspiring sixth form tutors and teaching staff
• Driving up attainment, progression, and student aspiration at A Level/BTEC
• Building meaningful partnerships with parents, universities, and external agencies
• Using data intelligently to interrogate performance and close gaps
• Modelling exceptional classroom standards and subject expertise

Ideal "Head of KS5" for this Redbridge School:

• UK-trained teacher with full QTS and a passion for post-16 education
• Track record of outstanding sixth form teaching or KS5 outcomes
• Experienced in leadership (or ready for significant career advancement)
• Strategic, resilient, and relentless in the pursuit of excellence
• Holds recent Good or Outstanding references; impact-driven, collegiate, and ambitious

Why Join This Redbridge School?:

• Inspirational, high-performing staffroom with genuine team spirit
• Forward-thinking, inclusive school culture prioritising aspiration and equity
• Access to sector-leading CPD and bespoke leadership coaching
• Exceptional sixth form facilities, resources, and digital learning tools
• Clear progression routes to SLT and beyond in a school committed to internal talent

Seize the moment to become a pivotal Head of KS5 in an energetic Redbridge school where your vision, impact, and ambition will accelerate real change. Apply now to spearhead the future of post-16 education in East London – interviews are moving fast.

How to Apply

Seize this opportunity to join our outstanding team in Redbridge as Head of KS5. Stand out by submitting your application quickly—our selection process is already underway, and exceptional candidates will be shortlisted immediately. Don’t wait; ensure your expertise is seen by acting today!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!