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Head

Talbot Heath School

Bournemouth

  • Expired
Salary:
Competitive salary + benefits
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
23 September 2025

Job overview

The governors at Talbot Heath are seeking an inspirational leader to succeed Tracy Harris, joining a line of powerful and transformative leaders going back to 1886.

Talbot Heath School is a leading day and boarding school for girls aged 2 to 18, offering a holistic and inspiring 21st century education for its 430 pupils. It is situated in the beautiful Talbot Woods in Bournemouth. Talbot Heath is committed to intellectual curiosity and academic rigour in a vibrant, friendly and inclusive environment.

The School comprises the Nursery, the Junior School (Early Years – Year 6) and Senior School (Year 7 – Upper Sixth) and is proud of its all-through provision and family-feel.

The new Head has an exciting opportunity to further develop this School, drawing on its considerable strengths and a committed staff body and to continue to invest in a high-quality curriculum and campus that prepares girls for their place in a global society.

The appointed candidate will be an outstanding educational leader with a strong track record in school leadership. They will have the strategic vision and commercial acumen to successfully guide Talbot Heath into its next chapter. In addition, they will bring the warmth, gravitas and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders across the School community, acting as a compelling champion of Mary Broad’s pioneering spirit and vision.

In 2024, the School consulted with its community and established three values that underpin the ethos at Talbot Heath: CURIOUS MINDS – GENEROUS HEARTS – ADVENTUROUS SPIRITS

Applications from serving Heads and those aspiring to Headship are welcome.

For further information and to apply, please visit rsacademics.com

Closing date: 10.00am on Tuesday 23 September 2025.

Talbot Heath is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The role is subject to enhanced DBS and other statutory checks.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.









About Talbot Heath School

+44 1202 761881

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Talbot Heath provides a distinctive and empowering environment where girls develop curiosity, compassion, and courage. Starting at age two, students embark on a journey shaped by our core values of integrity, empathy, and ambition, staying true to our founder’s vision of Honour before Honours.

Our girls-only setting creates a supportive space for young women to thrive, fostering intellectual curiosity, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Known for our innovative curriculum and creative approach, Talbot Heath inspires students to think deeply and embrace learning in a truly unique way.

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