Assistant Headteacher

Havering Education Services; Romford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional leader to join a dedicated team as an Assistant Headteacher at a vibrant primary school. This role is perfect for someone looking to enhance their leadership skills in a supportive environment, focusing on improving educational quality and community engagement. The school offers a welcoming atmosphere, dedicated leadership time, and many development opportunities. If you're passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this position is your chance to shine in a fulfilling role.

Benefits

Supportive Leadership Team

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive School Environment

Dedicated Leadership Time

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within educational settings.
• Strong understanding of teaching methodologies and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage various aspects of school life and staff development.
• Analyze performance data to improve educational outcomes.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Data Analysis

Teaching and Learning

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership Training

Job description

Assessment for Learning, Curriculum Development, Continuing Professional Development

An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint an exceptional leader to join our leadership team as an Assistant Headteacher at Hilldene Primary School. This is an exciting time to join our dedicated and values-driven team, developing and improving systems and processes to enhance the quality of education for our children and improve outcomes academically and socially.

The Assistant Headteacher will have leadership and management responsibilities, making a significant contribution to the school's leadership. They will demonstrate the capacity, knowledge, and skills necessary to lead and manage various aspects of school life. Ideally, this position suits someone with leadership experience in a smaller school who is seeking to gain experience and develop as a leader in a larger setting.

Our new Assistant Head will:

• be a dynamic and creative practitioner with high expectations and a proven record of raising attainment.
• have a clear understanding of excellent teaching and learning, and the ability to lead and develop staff in these areas.
• be capable of leading the analysis of performance data.
• possess vision, with proven leadership, management, and communication skills.
• have strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• be passionate about developing community links and learning opportunities for all.

In return, we offer:

• a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive school.
• happy, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children.
• a supportive and motivated leadership and staff team.
• dedicated leadership time each week.
• a wide range of leadership and development opportunities.
• a supportive Governing Body.

If you are seeking a fulfilling and rewarding next career step in an exciting and vibrant environment, we would love to hear from you.

We will be offering tours as part of the interview process. If you have any queries about the role, please call the school office.

Please apply online.

Closing Date: Friday 16th May at noon

Interview Date: w/c 19th May

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore, Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post involving regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-declaration of their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children prior to their interview. Online checks may be carried out upon submission.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from employment.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, color, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political beliefs, and trade union activities. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

How to apply

To apply, visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below.