Headteacher

As Headteacher, you will shape our school's strategic vision, inspire high standards of teaching and learning, and empower both staff and students to achieve excellence. With a strong commitment to academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement, you'll be a leader who can motivate and unify. Your experience, integrity, and commitment to inclusive, high-quality education will help our students thrive in a rapidly changing world.

• An inspiring leader with proven experience in senior school leadership achieving strong outcomes at KS4 & 5
• A strategic thinker committed to driving high standards in both academics and personal development
• A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills to foster relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community
• A passion for inclusive education and a dedication to supporting every child's journey
  
  Samuel Ward Academy, a proud member of the Unity Schools Partnership, is seeking an inspiring, visionary Headteacher to lead our vibrant school community into an exciting new chapter. Located in the heart of Haverhill, Suffolk, Samuel Ward Academy is dedicated to delivering an exceptional education, fostering ambition, and nurturing each student to reach their fullest potential., If you're ready to lead Samuel Ward Academy with vision, compassion, and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of education within a forward-thinking partnership that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact.
Apply Today and Make a Difference! What the school offers its staff What We Offer:
• A Collaborative Network: As part of Unity Schools Partnership, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with a network of dedicated leaders and educators across our Trust.
• Professional Growth: We support your career with ongoing professional development, a rich network of resources, and access to best practices.
• A Welcoming Community: Join a school that values each member's contribution, embraces diversity, and champions student success at every level.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a school equipped with excellent facilities, designed to support a rich, modern curriculum.
Further details about the role Unity Schools Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust of 39 schools, with approval to open four further special and primary schools in the near future. The ambition of Unity Schools Partnership is to achieve a step change in the quality of education provided by primary, secondary and special schools and that its schools are achievingtop quartile performance by 2028. The trust expects its work to be characterised by ethical leadership, an ambition for improvement at pace and the expectation that remarkable change can happen.