Head – Fairley House School

The Governors of Fairley House are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Head for London’s leading SEN day school for students aged between 6 and 16 years with specific learning differences (SpLD).

Split across two sites in central London, this exceptional school is focused on transforming the learning outcomes of children finding it hard to keep up in mainstream schooling, allowing them to reach their full potential.

The diverse and vibrant school community celebrates learning that comes from the different backgrounds, nationalities and perspectives of the children and staff who are all united in a shared purpose of overcoming any challenges and supporting one another’s success.

The Governors have ambitious plans for the school and are looking for an experienced, empathetic and strategic thinker who is excited by the school’s transdisciplinary approach and has a keen interest and capacity to help them build on Fairley House’s fantastic history.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a senior leader wanting to make a real difference in a highly successful small school that changes the lives of children and their families.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role:

• Louisa Barham, Search Consultant: LouisaBarham@RSAcademics.com
• Angela Short, Head of Search: AngelaShort@RSAcademics.com
• Diana Watkins, Senior Advisor: DianaWatkins@RSAcademics.com 

The deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 10.00am (UK time).

Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now” and upload your documents according to the instructions provided. 

You should submit the following (both in PDF format):

• a completed application form
• a covering letter addressed to Paul Barnaby, Interim Chair of Governors. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.

If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Jonathan Barnes, Head of Operations (Leadership Appointments) at: applications@rsacademics.com. Jonathan can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0) 204 6269 791. 

Fairley House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.  

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.  

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure.  

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