Assistant Headteacher

Unicorn Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PD opportunities

Trust-wide initiatives

Peer networking

Central Team support

Parental engagement

Staff wellbeing package

Job summary

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is a values-driven trust committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child. This inclusive role leads on safeguarding, promotes inclusive practices, analyzes pupil data to identify early intervention needs, and supports vulnerable groups including EAL, SEND and Pupil Premium.

Heralding collaboration, you will coach and develop staff, sustain high expectations for all pupils, and communicate effectively with pupils, families and

Qualifications

• Champion inclusion and personalised learning.
• Lead and develop others through coaching and collaboration.
• Maintain ambitious expectations for every pupil.
• Be a skilled communicator, able to build trust with pupils, families, and professionals.
• Focus on strengths before barriers and enable all pupils to participate and achieve.
• Inspire colleagues through creativity, resilience and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Class-based for two and a half days per week.
• Lead safeguarding, inclusive practices and culture across the school.

Skills

Inclusion champion

Coaching & collaboration

High expectations for pupils

Strong communication

Strengths-based approach

Creativity & resilience

Job description

About this Role

In support of the leadership team, lead on the strategic direction, development and promotion of inclusive practices and culture. This includes safeguarding, throughout the school. The role involves organising provision, monitoring impact and ensuring this is suitable for your cohort. You will support school policies and procedures, analysing pupil assessment data to ensure early identification and intervention is in place and impactful allowing high quality outcomes for all groups of learners and specifically pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL); Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Pupil Premium and other vulnerable children.

This role requires you to be class based for two and a half days.

About you

• Champion inclusion and personalised learning
• Lead and develop others through coaching and collaboration
• Maintain ambitious expectations for every pupil
• Be a skilled communicator, able to build trust with pupils, families, and professionals.
• Focus on strengths before barriers and enable all pupils to participate and achieve
• Inspire colleagues through creativity, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement

About the Trust

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values-driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.

Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of being respectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non-discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.

Visits to the school

Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be booked by contacting the school directly on 020 8658 0282 to advise of attendance on either:

Monday 5th October - 3.45pm

Wednesday 7th October - 2.00pm

Safeguarding and Employment Checks

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.

What We Can Offer You

We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:

• Genuine investment in professional development and future career progression
• Opportunities to contribute to Trust-wide initiatives within a forward-thinking organisation
• Peer-to-peer networking, collaboration, and challenge in a supportive environment
• Supportive and engaged Governors, Trustees, and a professional Central Team
• Engaged parents and proactive PTAs
• A comprehensive staff reward and wellbeing package

We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what's right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.