Head of Sixth Form
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,317.00 to £62,496.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | IG11 8BB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HEADOFSIXTHFORM-260210-0679 |
Summary
Head of Sixth Form | Transformative Sixth Form Leadership Opportunity
A rare, high-impact opportunity awaits an inspiring Head of Sixth Form ready to shape the academic, personal, and professional journeys of ambitious young people in Barking and Dagenham. This leadership role puts you at the heart of an already flourishing sixth form, valued for its student-centred ethos, academic aspiration, and superb pastoral care. If you are a visionary educator determined to set gold standards for teaching and learning, drive exceptional outcomes, and cultivate the next generation of leaders, this is the environment where your influence will be truly transformational.
As Head of Sixth Form, you’ll rapidly expand your leadership repertoire within a thriving institution celebrated for its collaborative energy, state-of-the-art facilities, and absolute commitment to professional growth. With generous CPD and bespoke leadership mentoring, you will amplify your impact alongside a passionate team and ambitious students. Our school’s culture of excellence, inclusivity, and trust provides the ideal springboard for you to drive innovation and leave an enduring legacy. If you are seeking a prestigious, forward-thinking post that will redefine your career, this Barking and Dagenham school is the destination for you.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Sixth Form – premier senior leadership role
• Inner London MPS-UPS (£40317-£62496) per year for the right leader
• Based in Barking and Dagenham – outstanding transport links
• Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – a benchmark for excellence
• Unparalleled CPD and rapid progression to higher SLT and whole-school leadership
• Ideal for accomplished leaders with a passion for post-16 achievement and holistic student development
• Exceptionally equipped sixth form centre – bespoke study spaces, digital innovation suites, dedicated mentoring resource
What You'll Be Doing:
• Shape sixth form vision and implement strategies for student success
• Lead a dynamic team of post-16 teachers, mentors, and tutors
• Drive curriculum excellence and innovative enrichment, widening participation and horizons
• Foster high-quality academic care, mentoring, and university/career guidance
• Champion superb behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing for all sixth formers
Ideal "Head of Sixth Form" for this Barking and Dagenham School:
• UK-trained, current or aspiring Head of Sixth Form with proven outcomes
• Must hold QTS and offer Good or Outstanding graded references
• Dynamic, strategic thinker with flair for post-16 curriculum and progression
• Empathetic mentor, driven by outcomes and unrivalled student aspiration
• Track record of raising achievement for diverse and ambitious cohorts
Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:
• Exceptionally inclusive and forward-thinking sixth form community
• Dynamic, expertly led SLT deeply invested in staff development
• Leading-edge CPD, including National Professional Qualifications
• Outstanding student conduct, behaviour culture and support systems
• Strong ties to Russell Group universities and top-tier employers, broadening student outcomes
Embark on the next stage of your career as a Head of Sixth Form, in an environment that will both challenge and reward you every single day. Your leadership will empower ambitious sixth formers to achieve life-changing outcomes. Early applications will be prioritised – secure your place in our school’s legacy now.
A rare, high-impact opportunity awaits an inspiring Head of Sixth Form ready to shape the academic, personal, and professional journeys of ambitious young people in Barking and Dagenham. This leadership role puts you at the heart of an already flourishing sixth form, valued for its student-centred ethos, academic aspiration, and superb pastoral care. If you are a visionary educator determined to set gold standards for teaching and learning, drive exceptional outcomes, and cultivate the next generation of leaders, this is the environment where your influence will be truly transformational.
As Head of Sixth Form, you’ll rapidly expand your leadership repertoire within a thriving institution celebrated for its collaborative energy, state-of-the-art facilities, and absolute commitment to professional growth. With generous CPD and bespoke leadership mentoring, you will amplify your impact alongside a passionate team and ambitious students. Our school’s culture of excellence, inclusivity, and trust provides the ideal springboard for you to drive innovation and leave an enduring legacy. If you are seeking a prestigious, forward-thinking post that will redefine your career, this Barking and Dagenham school is the destination for you.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Sixth Form – premier senior leadership role
• Inner London MPS-UPS (£40317-£62496) per year for the right leader
• Based in Barking and Dagenham – outstanding transport links
• Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – a benchmark for excellence
• Unparalleled CPD and rapid progression to higher SLT and whole-school leadership
• Ideal for accomplished leaders with a passion for post-16 achievement and holistic student development
• Exceptionally equipped sixth form centre – bespoke study spaces, digital innovation suites, dedicated mentoring resource
What You'll Be Doing:
• Shape sixth form vision and implement strategies for student success
• Lead a dynamic team of post-16 teachers, mentors, and tutors
• Drive curriculum excellence and innovative enrichment, widening participation and horizons
• Foster high-quality academic care, mentoring, and university/career guidance
• Champion superb behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing for all sixth formers
Ideal "Head of Sixth Form" for this Barking and Dagenham School:
• UK-trained, current or aspiring Head of Sixth Form with proven outcomes
• Must hold QTS and offer Good or Outstanding graded references
• Dynamic, strategic thinker with flair for post-16 curriculum and progression
• Empathetic mentor, driven by outcomes and unrivalled student aspiration
• Track record of raising achievement for diverse and ambitious cohorts
Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:
• Exceptionally inclusive and forward-thinking sixth form community
• Dynamic, expertly led SLT deeply invested in staff development
• Leading-edge CPD, including National Professional Qualifications
• Outstanding student conduct, behaviour culture and support systems
• Strong ties to Russell Group universities and top-tier employers, broadening student outcomes
Embark on the next stage of your career as a Head of Sixth Form, in an environment that will both challenge and reward you every single day. Your leadership will empower ambitious sixth formers to achieve life-changing outcomes. Early applications will be prioritised – secure your place in our school’s legacy now.