Assistant Headteacher

Greenway Junior School; Horsham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Greenway Junior School in Horsham, West Sussex, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher on a part-time basis to join our leadership team and work closely with the Headteacher to drive high-quality teaching and continuous school improvement.

You will develop staff, embed a culture of excellence, and build strong relationships with pupils, families and external partners while upholding safeguarding and inclusion as core values.

Qualifications

• Experienced Educator & Qualified Leader with QTS and senior leadership background.
• Strategic leadership skills to drive school improvement and resource management.
• Exceptional communicator capable of influencing staff, pupils and families.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, equality and wellbeing for all children.
• Inspiring and innovative leadership with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-quality teaching and develop staff to improve outcomes.
• Lead change, embed high expectations and support school improvement across the cluster.
• Collaborate with Headteacher, families and external partners to raise standards.

Skills

QTS

Senior leadership experience

Strategic leadership

Communicator & collaborator

Safeguarding & inclusion

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Job description

# Assistant HeadteacherEmployer: Greenway Junior SchoolLocation: Horsham, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: GLF Leadership L1-5Posted: 16th July 2026Expires: 23rd August 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1565647Job Reference: GRE011* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Greenway Junior School is seeking an inspiring and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our passionate and forward-thinking leadership team on a part time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic leader who is committed to inclusive education and has a strong track record of improving outcomes for all learners.****Your opportunity**This is a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity for a passionate and experienced educator to join GLF Schools as an Assistant Headteacher. Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in the school’s ongoing development by driving high-quality teaching, developing staff, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.**What we are looking for*** Experienced Educator & Qualified Leader - You’ll have QTS, a strong teaching background, senior leadership experience* Strategic Leadership - Confident in driving school improvement, managing resources, leading change, and embedding high expectations for all learners.* Exceptional Communicator & Collaborator - Able to influence, motivate, and build strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, and external partners.* Committed to Safeguarding & Inclusion - Deep knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a passionate advocate for equality, social justice, and the wellbeing of every child.* Inspiring & Innovative - A forward-thinking professional who brings creativity, resilience, and a positive outlook to school leadership.*Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.***About Greenway Junior School**Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Junior School our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education**GLF Schools Employment Offer**GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish* Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: 2nd November 2026Pay Scale: GLF Leadership - L1-5Contract type: Permanent (60/100ths Weds, Thurs & Fri)Closing Date: 23rd Aug 2026Interview date: TBA### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Teaching 2025 - 26Assistant Head - PS - GRE011Assistant Headteacher JD - GRE011### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.