Assistant Headteacher

Greenshaw Learning Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Assistant Headteacher at a forward-thinking educational institution. This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic leadership team, driving improvements and fostering a culture of high expectations among staff and students. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, you'll lead by example, inspiring others while ensuring quality learning remains at the heart of the school's vision. This position not only promises professional growth but also allows you to contribute to a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education. Join us in shaping the future of our students and making a lasting impact in the educational landscape.

Benefits

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme

Team environment

Qualifications

• Degree and teaching qualification required.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Share responsibility for school policies and strategic planning.
• Develop high expectations for staff and students.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Emotional Resilience

Collaboration

Education

Degree

Qualified Teaching Status

Job description

We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning). This is an exciting opportunity to join John Madejski Academy and become an integral member of the Senior Leadership team. The School is on a rapid trajectory of improvement that will be sustained over many years, it is a chance to be part of something very special. It will support career development and equip you for further development opportunities within the School and within our Trust. We are based in Reading in Berkshire, a culturally rich and bustling area of the country providing good access to Oxford and London. The area we serve is diverse, and therefore our catchment and students offer a range of expectations and challenges, being able to drive ambitions is key. This school will be one of the best schools in the country in the near future, and this is an incredible opportunity to join us on the start of our improvement journey. Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are Always Learning. To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our Why you should work for GLT recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Responsibilities

• Share responsibility for school policies, decision-making and strategic planning
• Develop an ethos of extremely high expectations of staff and students
• Take full accountability for key areas of the school's work
• Manage staff and resources
• Monitor progress towards the achievement of the school's aims and objectives
• Be a highly visible presence around the school and model expectations of staff and students
• Have a strategic overview

You Will Need

• Degree
• Teaching qualification (Qualified Teaching Status)
• Commitment to own self-development
• Provide strategic and creative leadership to maintain and develop a school vision with quality learning for all at its center.
• Lead by example and aim to inspire, motivate, influence and empower staff and students
• Commitment to maintaining and developing our ethos of diversity, inclusivity and equality of opportunity
• Work collaboratively with others, delegating appropriately
• Create an environment in which staff accept their responsibility for students' learning outcomes
• Build and maintain effective relationships and communicate appropriately with governors, staff, students and parents
• Demonstrate emotional resilience, stamina, empathy and flexibility when dealing with a challenge

What's In It For You

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information. Closing date for receipt of applications is 21st April 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Education
• Industries: Education