Head Teacher - Wednesbury Oak Academy

The Governors, staff team, children and families are seeking a motivational and confident leader to help shape the next phase of the schools journey following the retirement of our current headteacher.

We are a stand‑alone academy where the children are at the ‘HEART’ of everything we do. We welcome applicants who embody our ethos and are passionate about providing pupils with experiences which enables them to take their place in the world, make informed choices about their futures and to become responsible citizens.

• An exceptional practitioner, placing pupils at the centre of their decision making, fostering a collaborative learning culture and support the bespoke development of every member of our school.
• Ambitious with high expectations for teaching and learning and able to drive forward these expectations.
• Experienced in leading teams, working with senior and middle leaders to continually improve outcomes, whilst taking account the diversity and experience of the school and its wider community.
• An effortless, natural communicator who is both engaging and encouraging.
• A role model for inclusivity.

• Previous leadership experience.
• Proven track record of raising and improving standards.
• Evidence of strategic decisions and their measurable impact.
• A reflective mindset with the ability to embrace new opportunities.

• Support from a committed and strong governing board.
• A nurturing environment.
• A dedicated staff team.
• Happy, polite pupils who demonstrate excellent standards of behaviour.
• A unique setting with large, open grounds.
• Support for your ongoing professional development.

We strongly encourage a visit to our school before applying. Please call the office to book onto one of the dates - .

• Tuesday 27th January 9:15am
• Thursday 29th January 1:30pm
• Tuesday 3rd February 2:00pm
• Wednesday 4th February 9:15am
• Monday 9th February 3:45pm

September 2026 (subject to satisfactory clearance checks)

To apply please complete the application form along with a personal statement no more than 2 pages.

Completed application forms should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd at

Please ensure application forms are signed when sending via email.

This will be a two‑stage process with tasks taking place on Wednesday 25th February. The panel will review at the end of the day with successful candidates called for the presentation and interviews on Thursday 26th February.

Ensure you are available for both dates. All shortlisted candidates will be informed about the presentation requirements.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role.

You will join a team of friendly supportive professionals in an academy.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Wednesbury Oak Academy follows safer recruitment practices. The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre‑employment checks including enhanced disclosure and barring service check. An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

Hours:

Full Time

Grade:
Leadership Pay Range, Group 4 (L21-L27) £84,699 - £97,136 p.a.

Location:

Wednesbury Oak Academy, Greenacre Road, Tipton, West Midlands, DY4 0AR

Closing Date:
Wednesday 11th February 2026 @ 12:00 noon

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email on or before Friday 13th February. References will be requested at this stage prior to interviews taking place. Please ensure you check your junk/spamboxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.

Please note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised date if a large number of applications are received.