Head of KS3

Salary: Inner London MPS1-6 (£40317 - £52300) Per Year
Apply by: 19/02/26
Location: Harrow

Head of KS3 – Transform Student Progression in Leading Harrow School

Step forward as the Head of KS3 and shape the academic journey for hundreds of students at one of Harrow’s most aspirational secondary schools. This dynamic position is the perfect platform for a passionate, impact-driven educator ready to lead, inspire, and enrich the highest standards of teaching and learning. The school is seeking a visionary Head of KS3 eager to create meaningful change and champion student development during their pivotal Key Stage 3 years.

The Head of KS3 role offers unparalleled experience in a high-performing Harrow school rated ‘Outstanding’. Immerse yourself in a vibrant, collegiate setting equipped with the latest resources and an unwavering commitment to your growth. With dedicated leadership mentoring, sector-leading CPD, and collaborative planning at your fingertips, you'll develop elite expertise that will springboard your career within, or beyond, middle leadership. This is where your influence as Head of KS3 will set a benchmark across London.

Key Highlights:

  • Head of KS3 – take full ownership of a critical school phase
  • Inner London MPS1-6 (£40,317 - £52,300) per year – sector-leading pay
  • Superb Harrow campus with innovative learning suites and specialist facilities
  • Ofsted "Outstanding": a flagship local authority school with exemplary standards
  • Intensive bespoke CPD, leadership coaching and career progression routes
  • Ideal for current or aspiring middle leaders, including ambitious ECTs or experienced KS3 specialists
  • Culture of innovation, collaboration and inclusion at every level

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Leading the KS3 curriculum, assessment, and student outcomes with strategic vision
  • Mentoring and coaching staff to drive outstanding classroom practice
  • Analysing data to inform interventions, raise standards, and narrow attainment gaps
  • Building a transformative KS3 ethos, in and beyond the classroom
  • Spearheading parental engagement and pioneering new enrichment initiatives

Ideal "Head of KS3" for this Harrow School:

  • UK-trained, fully qualified teacher with QTS and recent, relevant Key Stage 3 experience
  • Good or Outstanding references evidencing impact in secondary education
  • Confident communicator with a proven track record of staff development or curriculum leadership
  • Relentlessly focused on raising student achievement through innovation
  • Eager to work in a high-performance, inclusive, and diverse Harrow context

Why Join This Harrow School?:

  • Dynamic, research-driven environment where ideas are celebrated
  • Unrivalled support from senior leaders and a network of expert colleagues
  • Modern facilities designed to elevate teaching and learning for all phases
  • Fast-track pathways into senior leadership, specialist, and cross-phase roles
  • Vibrant, respectful culture where your leadership as Head of KS3 will make a legacy impact

Lead and elevate this Outstanding Harrow secondary as the next transformative Head of KS3. Apply now to seize an exceptional opportunity that will amplify your leadership influence and career trajectory. Interviews commence shortly – deliver your application today and drive real change for every KS3 student.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? We're reviewing applications as they arrive, so make sure your CV lands with us without delay. This opportunity in Harrow is moving quickly—submit your application today and put yourself in the running for immediate consideration.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!

Application deadline: 19/02/26