Job profile for Head of School
Head of School
Central Hub, Lynchett Close, Brighton, BN1 7FP 11/06/2026
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Job details
Salary £60,440 – £66,693
Contractual hours 1
Job category/type Teaching and Leadership
Date posted 22/05/2026
Job reference REQ
Job description
This post is offered either as a fixed term contract, interim uplift or as a secondment opportunity, making it ideal for aspiring or current leaders wishing to broaden their experience.
An Opportunity to Lead, Inspire and Make a Lasting Difference
We are seeking an inspirational, creative and collaborative leader to join Central Hub Brighton as Interim Head of School for the Connected Hub.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role within the city’s alternative provision, working in close partnership with the Head Teacher to transform outcomes for young people at a crucial stage in their education.
1.0 FTE
Paid weeks per year: 52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Fixed term: 1 Year Fixed Term
Start date: 1 st September 2026
About the Role
About Central Hub Brighton Central Hub Brighton is the Local Authority’s Alternative Provision, providing support across three key stages and four sites, including:
- The Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), working across KS2 to 4 on a variety of short and longer term programmes.
- The Connected Hub, supporting Year 11 students to re-engage, achieve their GCSEs, and move successfully into their next phase
Our work is underpinned by a trauma-informed, attachment-aware approach, supporting young people with SEMH
The Role
As Head of School, you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Connected Hub
- Contribute strategically to the wider organisation
- Inspire and develop a committed staff team
- Deliver a creative and inclusive curriculum
- Ensure every young person is supported to succeed
The role provides a chance to:
- Gain senior leadership experience in an alternative provision setting
- Extend your strategic and operational expertise
- Work collaboratively across schools in Brighton & Hove
- Make a meaningful impact on young people’s futures
We Are Looking for Someone Who:
- Is passionate about supporting young people with barriers to learning
- Can lead a creative and engaging curriculum
- Thrives in a challenging yet rewarding environment
- Values collaboration and teamwork
- Brings energy, resilience and strong leadership
Find Out More We welcome visits to our Sites, to arrange to meet the Head Teacher, Tim Self, please contact Sam Barber:
Closing date: 11 June 2026
Interview date: The interviews will take place on Friday 19 th June (to be confirmed) at Tilbury House, Florence Place, Brighton.
How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office:
Telephone: 916595
Website:
Safeguarding The Central Hub is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons at all times. The headteacher will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children, in accordance with our Safeguarding policy. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
Equal Opportunities The headteacher will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Equalities Act 2010.
Encouraging a diverse workforce Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it’s what makes Brighton & Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. To achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a global majority or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.
Additional Information Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Information
Brighton & Hove Schools – Taking Action for Equality
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
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