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Education Headhunters
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£60,000 to £70,000
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London
Assistant Headteacher - Our client:
Our client is a well-established primary school within a highly-regarded education trust. Rooted in child-centred values and a commitment to quality teaching and learning, they provide inclusive, supportive environments where staff thrive and children flourish.
Assistant Headteacher - The role:
You will ensure consistently high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement, while building collaborative and motivated teams. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you’ll also contribute to trust-wide initiatives and the ongoing development of best practice.
Assistant Headteacher – Key responsibilities:
- Support the Headteacher and school leadership team in providing effective management across the school
- Contribute to the planning and delivery of educational priorities
- Lead on delegated areas of responsibility
- Work closely with staff, governors, parents, and external partners to enhance provision and outcomes
- Promote and model the school’s values, ensuring a safe, supportive, and ambitious environment for pupils and staff
Assistant Headteacher – Person specification:
- Assistant Headteacher or experienced Phase Leader
- Background in a Multi-Academy Trust environment strongly preferred
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with proven primary classroom experience
- Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding, and statutory frameworks
- Evidence of improving pupil outcomes through effective leadership
- Ambition to progress within senior leadership and contribute to trust-wide initiatives
Assistant Headteacher – Benefits:
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive annual leave entitlement
- Access to trust-wide professional networks
- Employee Assistance Programme
If you are an ambitious and values-led leader looking to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. To register your interest in this exciting Assistant Headteacher opportunity, please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and are committed to ensuring a fair recruitment process for every candidate, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance.
Please note: Only candidates who meet the outlined criteria will be considered for the role. Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually.
