At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a supportive school for young people facing mental health challenges.
- Company: Northgate School, an Ofsted Outstanding pupil referral unit in Edgware.
- Benefits: Leadership pay range, strong support, and a caring team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with health and social care partners.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership skills and a commitment to safeguarding.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Northgate School is a local authority‑maintained pupil referral unit in Edgware, Barnet, supporting young people aged 13 to 19 with mental health challenges who are unable to access mainstream education. Based at Edgware Community Hospital, we also provide the educational service to the Beacon Centre, a Tier 4 adolescent CAMHS inpatient and day unit. Every young person follows a personalised curriculum designed around their needs, helping them engage with learning and, wherever possible, return successfully to mainstream school or to move on to their next educational setting.
Are you an inspirational leader who believes every young person deserves the chance to re‑engage, recover and thrive? Northgate School is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our Ofsted Outstanding provision.
Edgeware, London Borough of Barnet (HA8 0AD)
Leadership pay range (Outer London) L21–L25
Full time
Start date – 1 September 2026 or sooner if available
Interview date – Friday 3rd of July 2026
What we are looking for:
- A skilled school leader with the vision, warmth and resilience to lead a specialist setting.
- A relentless commitment to safeguarding and to the wellbeing and progress of vulnerable young people.
- The ability to inspire a dedicated, multi‑disciplinary team and to work seamlessly with health, social care and mainstream partners.
- A genuine belief in the potential of every young person, whatever their starting point.
- The opportunity to lead a warm, therapeutic and genuinely Outstanding school.
- A committed, expert and caring staff team.
- Close partnership working with CAMHS and a unique, rewarding educational setting.
- Strong support from the Management Committee and the local authority.
How to apply:
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office on 020 8289 4777 or email office@northgate.barnet.sch.uk. To apply, please complete the application form and supporting statement (no more than two sides of A4) explaining how you meet the person specification, and return it to apsra@northgate.barnet.sch.uk by 9:00 am on Monday 29th June 2026. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.
Equal opportunities and safeguarding:
Northgate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre‑employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Headteacher - (Schools) employer: Borough of Barnet
Northgate School is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming the lives of young people facing mental health challenges. Located in Edgware, Barnet, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. With strong partnerships with health services and a commitment to safeguarding, our team thrives in a warm, therapeutic setting that prioritises the wellbeing and progress of every student.
