Leadership
Visionary leaders who transform communities
Bright talent. Bright futures.
At a glance
We partner with governing bodies, trusts, and local authorities to secure visionary leaders who deliver sustainable improvement. Our search process balances strategic rigour with empathetic candidate care.
Leadership appointments demand clarity and pace. We make the process confident and calm.
Insight and narrative
Stakeholder interviews shape a concise brief rooted in your improvement goals.
Transparent process
Governors receive clear timelines and updates at every stage.
Sustained partnership
Coaching and pipeline planning continue after appointment.
What distinguishes our leadership search
Executive search rigour with education insight keeps safeguarding central.
Deep sector understanding
Consultants with governance experience and school improvement track records.
Inclusive attraction
Campaigns reach diverse talent and remove bias from assessment design.
Robust safeguarding
Section 128 checks, social media screening, and safeguarding-led interviews by default.
How a search unfolds
Three lean stages keep decision-makers informed without overwhelming diaries.
Discovery and brief
We gather input from governors, staff, and community partners to shape the brief.
Search and selection
Headhunting, advertising, and screening lead into safeguarding-focused longlists.
Appointment and transition
Final panels, due diligence, and a structured induction plan with coaching.
Leadership roles we secure
We place leaders across single schools, trusts, and system-wide organisations, ensuring each appointment is values-led and impact-driven.
School leadership
- Headteachers and principals
- Executive headteachers
- Deputy headteachers
Trust and system
- Chief executives and chief education officers
- Directors of education
- Regional executive principals
Specialist leadership
- Directors of SEND and inclusion
- Curriculum directors
- Pastoral directors
Interim and consultancy
- Interim headteachers
- Change management consultants
- Governance improvement specialists
Governance, safeguarding, and due diligence
Due diligence, safeguarding, and confidentiality wrap around every appointment.
Enhanced due diligence
Section 128, financial probity, and reference triangulation complete before final panel.
Stakeholder reassurance
Structured reports, competency scoring, and safeguarding interviews keep boards confident.
Post-appointment coaching
Transition coaching and governance workshops maintain momentum in year one.
Secure the leadership your community deserves
Outline your goals and we will return a tailored search plan within one working day.