Assistant Head Key Stage 1

Moston Lane Primary; Manchester; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Moston Lane Primary School seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated Assistant Head to join our welcoming Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to raise standards and the quality of experience for our children, working with the Headteacher and leadership team to develop consistent practice in teaching and learning, pastoral care, safeguarding and behaviour.

The successful candidate will inspire whole school communities, lead improvement, and help ensure the highest attainment for every pupil.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience leading whole-school improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Proven track record of raising standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning across the school and drive curriculum excellence.
• Oversee pastoral care, safeguarding and behaviour policies to support every pupil.
• Collaborate with the Headteacher and leadership team to raise attainment and standards.
• Develop consistent practice and support professional development for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

School improvement

Pastoral care

Safeguarding

Education

QTS

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time Monday - Friday

Number of positions: 1

Qualifications Required: QTS

Start Date: 1st January 2027

Salary: £55,747 - £61,354 per annum

Moston Lane Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and outstanding Assistant Head to join our supportive and welcoming Leadership Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head to join our team at Moston Lane Primary School, to make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.

We are looking for someone with a relentless focus on improving outcomes & life chances for all pupils irrespective of context or situation.

Working with the Headteacher and also alongside the wider leadership team, you will responsible for developing consistent practice in teaching and learning, pastoral care, safeguarding and behaviour, ensuring that children achieve the highest standards of attainment and achievement.

We are seeking an Assistant Head Teacher who is:

• Able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of learning and teaching
• Dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence
• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching
• Experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership in developing some aspect of teaching and learning.

In return we can offer you:

• Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• A supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team and Governing Body.
• A positive and inclusive school environment.
• A school committed to being "the best you can be".
• Access to our free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their families, which offers financial, legal and relationship advice among other things.
• Clear and well-implemented policies and professional standards in key areas such as behaviour, parental engagement, and supporting staff in challenging situations.

The successful candidate will raise expectations and aspirations, promote the School’s pedagogy for highly effective learning and help achieve positive outcomes for children.

Shortlisting will take place on the 15th & 16th October 2026. Successful candidates ill be invited to interview on the 22ndor 23rd October 2026. The recruitment process will consist of an unseen task, a presentation and an interview.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation