Assistant Head Teacher - Teaching & Learning

Teaching Vacancies; Northolt; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in England is seeking an Assistant Headteacher - Teaching & Learning for the Summer term 2026. The role involves leading all aspects of teaching and learning with a non-class based commitment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in primary education, demonstrating ability to improve standards and foster a positive school culture. Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development is offered.

Benefits

Welcoming working environment

Ongoing professional development

Supportive staff and parents

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a primary setting.
• Experience in improving quality of educational provision.
• Ability to foster a positive school culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Teaching and Learning.
• Support and inspire team members to fulfill their potential.

Skills

Experienced senior/middle leader

Outstanding primary school teacher

Proven experience of raising standards

Passion for teaching and learning

Experienced in curriculum development

Excellent interpersonal & organizational skills

Ambitious and driven leader

Innovative and strategic thinker

Job description

Overview

Assistant Headteacher – Teaching & Learning

Required Summer term 2026 (would possibly consider Sept 26 for ideal candidate). Leadership Scale L7 – L10 (inclusive of London Weighting).

The Governors wish to appoint an aspirational and dedicated Assistant Headteacher with a proven track record of working in a primary setting to join our senior leadership team. The successful candidate will have responsibility for leading all aspects of Teaching and Learning across the school. The position is non-class based but with a teaching commitment of sets in Year 6.

Applicants should have demonstrable experience in improving the quality of provision in the area they have led in either a middle or senior leadership role along with a desire and determination to improve the educational experience of the students in Greenwood Primary School.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader to make a real impact on pupils\' lives, fostering a positive school culture and ensuring the highest standards of pastoral care.

What we are looking for

• Is an experienced senior/middle leader with a proven track record.
• Is an outstanding primary school teacher who puts children at the heart of what they do.
• Has proven experience of raising standards for pupils.
• Has a passion for the teaching and learning of all pupils and raising their attainment.
• Is experienced in the development of curriculum across the primary phase.
• Has excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and the energy and enthusiasm to play a key role in school with high expectations of both themselves and others.
• Can lead, inspire and support others to fulfil their potential.
• Is ambitious and driven to make a difference as a member of our school leadership team.
• Is an innovative and strategic thinker with vision, ideas and strong ethics.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• Hard working and highly committed staff who share a common sense of purpose and high expectations of what pupils can achieve.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils, who are keen to learn and are proud of their school.
• Being part of an effective and ambitious Senior Leadership Team who work collaboratively to support each other and colleagues to ensure that all children achieve success.
• Supportive parents and governors.
• Individually tailored on-going professional development.
• Opportunities for real growth as a leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will require an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and the search is purely about a candidate’s suitability to work with children.