Headteacher
- Bradford
- Permanent
Full Job Description
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Job Title: Headteacher
Location: Bradford Beacon School, Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD5 8LJ
Hours: 40 per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: ASAP
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
Bradford Beacon School opened in September 2025 and is now entering an exciting phase of growth and development.
We're looking for an ambitious and passionate school leader who is ready to make a lasting difference. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture of a growing school, inspire and develop a talented team, influence strategic direction, and create an exceptional learning environment for students with autism and complex needs.
Whether you're an experienced senior leader seeking your next challenge or an aspiring Headteacher ready to take the next step into Headship, this role offers the chance to lead with purpose, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting impact on the lives of young people. The opportunity to build something truly special starts here.
Could this be your next move?
Whether you're an experienced Headteacher looking for a fresh challenge or an established Deputy Headteacher ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.
We recognise that great Headteachers develop through different routes. Whilst an NPQH qualification would be advantageous, what matters most is your ability to inspire others, lead with purpose, and demonstrate the experience and potential to thrive in Headship.
You will be supported by experienced colleagues across OFG Education, with access to coaching, development and a wider network of specialist educational expertise.
About Us
About Our School
Bradford Beacon is a specialist independent school for students aged 4–11 years with autism, often alongside complex learning, communication and sensory needs.
Our purpose-built, newly refurbished environment has been thoughtfully designed to help every child feel safe, understood and empowered to thrive.
Our broad and balanced curriculum goes beyond academic achievement. We focus on communication, emotional regulation, sensory processing, social interaction, independence and essential life skills – ensuring every student has the opportunity to make meaningful progress.
Having opened in September 2025, the foundations are in place. Now comes the exciting part: developing what Bradford Beacon can become.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping students Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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