Headteacher

HEADTEACHER

Saint Felix School

Independent, Day and Boarding

To start, April 2027 or September 2027.

Inspired Learning Group is seeking an outstanding, warm and ambitious Headteacher to lead Saint Felix School through the next exciting stage of its development.

Saint Felix School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for students aged from 2 – 18, located close to the glorious seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk coast. Our aim is to develop well-rounded students with the skills to make a success of their lives during and after their school years.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an existing Headteacher or ambitious senior leader to make a lasting impression at Saint Felix School. We are looking for an educational leader who combines warmth and visibility with strategic ambition, strong communication skills and commercial awareness, and who will build confidently on Saint Felix’s heritage while shaping its future.

The closing date for applications is Midday on Friday 30th October 2026.

Completed application forms should be submitted electronically to Tom Havard at Inspired Learning Group, [email protected].

You should submit the following (both in PDF format):

• A completed application form
• A covering letter addressed to James Fowler, Chair of the School Board. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you are an outstanding leader and our vision and values resonate with you, we would be

delighted to hear from you.

For further information, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack.

To arrange a confidential conversation about the opportunity at Saint Felix School or if you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Tom Havard, Head of Recruitment and Resourcing at Inspired Learning Group, [email protected], 07706323847

The Inspired Learning Group is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).