Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher

Start date: September [Year]
Salary: L10–L15 (Fringe)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are delighted to invite applications for the role of Assistant Headteacher at our thriving 11–18 secondary school, a good school with outstanding features and a strong reputation for ambition, care and achievement.

This is a rare opportunity for an inspirational and forward-thinking leader to join a highly supportive senior leadership team, working closely with a visible, values-driven Headteacher who is deeply committed to staff development and collective success.

At the heart of this role is a clear focus on Teaching and Learning. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and sustaining high-quality classroom practice across the school, ensuring that excellent teaching leads to exceptional outcomes for all students.

While Mathematics is our preferred subject specialism, we would also warmly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in:

·        English

·        Spanish / Modern Foreign Languages

·        Geography

·        Business

·        Physics

We are looking for a leader who combines strategic thinking with warmth and credibility, and who is passionate about improving the educational experience and life chances of young people.

Key aspects of the role will include:

·        Leading and developing Teaching and Learning across the school

·        Supporting, coaching and inspiring colleagues to deliver consistently excellent practice

·        Contributing to whole-school strategy, self-evaluation and improvement planning

·        Playing a visible and influential role in the daily life of the school

We offer:

·        Enthusiastic, respectful students who take pride in their school

·        A positive, inclusive culture with high expectations and strong relationships

·        A genuinely supportive Headteacher and collaborative leadership team

·        High-quality professional development and opportunities for leadership growth

The successful candidate will:

·        Be an outstanding classroom practitioner

·        Have a proven track record of impact beyond their own classroom

·        Share our belief that all students can succeed, regardless of background

·        Be ambitious, reflective and committed to continuous improvement

This role would suit an experienced middle leader ready to take the next step, or an existing senior leader seeking a school where they can truly make their mark.

Please submit your CV to Alison at Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by their personal consultant within 24 hours. For further details on how we handle your data, please refer to the ‘Privacy Notice’ on our website under the ‘About’ section.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As an Assistant Head Teacher, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Assistant Head Teacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references.  This Assistant Head Teacher post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Assistant Head Teacher opportunity by sending your CV to Alison at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Assistant Head Teacher within 24 hours.

Please see our website page headed ‘About’ and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.

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