Employer:                  Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust

Location:                     Kenilworth, Warwickshire

Salary:                           L33 - L37 (currently £113,646 - £125,345)

Contract type:          Full Time

Contract Term:        Permanent

Closing Date:            12.00 noon Tuesday 10^th February 2026

Job Starts:                  September 2026

Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is an important partner school in the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust. It is a large 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with 1930 currently on roll including 425 in the Sixth Form. This is the only secondary school in the town and is well respected and supported by the community and the town. The school population is steadily growing to reach its full capacity of 2200 students, in response to the increased housing development in the town. The profile of the school is becoming more diverse with 22% of students being on the SEND register, 11.2% of EAL students and 10% pupil premium.

The school is characterised by excellent relationships between students, staff members and families. The school is a centre of excellence for the community of Kenilworth and graded as outstanding in its last Ofsted inspection in 2023. The school is also listed in the ‘Good Schools Guide’. The incoming Headteacher will have the drive and vision to maintain the high standards and reputation of the school, whilst also leading the school into its next phase.  

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader and educational practitioner with a passion for inclusion for all and a commitment to secure the best outcomes for young people. Students can expect a high quality education provision, expert teaching and support with a wide range of opportunities outside of the classroom.

Relationships with the Trust and wider community are excellent and create a sense of belonging to a larger family. A supportive team of Trust professionals enables the Headteacher and other staff members to focus on the best provision and personal development for all of our young people.

As well as being a great place to learn, Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is a supportive school in which to work. Our students are happy and are supported to achieve their full potential and enjoy their learning.

 Our ideal candidate will:

•  Be an impactful leader with vision and drive

• Be an advocate for inclusion and all children achieving their full potential and sense of belonging within the school

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a track record of maintaining high academic standards

• Be able to think strategically, innovatively and work collaboratively with all stakeholders within the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust

• Be an advocate for inclusion with all children achieving their full potential and sense of belonging within the school

• Build on our extensive links and partnerships with local primary schools and the wider community

• Be able to inspire, challenge and empower our dedicated staff and motivated students

• Be an ambassador for Kenilworth School and Sixth Form and KMAT through ‘Aspiring to Excellence through Quality, Ambition and Independence’

 We will provide you with:

• Highly motivated, respectful students with a strong desire to learn

• A team of highly committed and professional staff members

• A commitment to enable high quality continuing professional development

• A very supportive, highly committed CEO, Local Governing Board and Trust Board

• An excellent, well-resourced, working environment for staff and place of learning for young people within the town

You are warmly welcomed to visit the school on Tuesday 27^th and Wednesday 28^th January, by prior arrangement. Please call Laura Midwinter Head of HR on 01926 859421 extension 021, or email l.midwinter@kmat.org.uk to arrange a visit.

Please create an account on MyNewTerm to apply for the role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Closing date for applications is: 12 noon on Tuesday 10^th February 2026.

Shortlisting will take place on 11^th February 2026.

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 24th February for shortlisted candidates and Wednesday

25^th February for those taken to the final stage of the process.

Kenilworth School and Sixth Form and the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to receipt of a completed application form, satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS Disclosure.