Assistant Headteacher

Hillview School for Girls; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an inspiring Assistant Headteacher to lead in a vibrant secondary school environment. This role is ideal for a dedicated leader who believes in nurturing every child's potential and values a collaborative approach to teaching. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning while empowering staff and students alike. Join a passionate team committed to educational excellence and the well-being of both students and staff, and make a lasting impact in the community.

Benefits

Support for staff mental health and well-being

Collaborative working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced middle/senior leader with a focus on developing the whole child.
• Ability to empower, motivate, and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastoral care, teaching, learning, and safeguarding.
• Lead initiatives that enrich the school and community.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Decision Making

Motivational Skills

Curriculum Development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Hillview School for Girls are seeking a dedicated, inspiring Assistant Headteacher to join our high-achieving, oversubscribed secondary school. This position will involve whole school responsibilities encompassing pastoral, teaching and learning, safeguarding and data.

If you are an experienced middle/senior leader who believes in developing the whole child and values curriculum breadth, then this may be the job for you.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Do you want to be part of a community which offers a positive, exciting and rewarding place to work? Hillview School for Girls is a popular, high-achieving, non-selective school based in Tonbridge, Kent. Working for us will give you the opportunity to work alongside enthusiastic subject specialists and engage with creative pedagogical development.

We are proud of our calm and focused classroom environments, where students are keen to learn and teachers are able to prioritise teaching over behaviour management. The successful candidate will have an integral role through proactive leadership, retaining this environment.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL LEADER WHO:

• Can embrace the school’s ‘Pure potential’ belief;
• Believes Hillview students are able to achieve incredible things;
• Has the ability to empower and motivate;
• Can think strategically and generate new ideas;
• Is able to make informed, balanced decisions;
• Has the drive and tenacity to translate vision into reality;
• Is fully committed to further enriching the wider life of the child, school and community.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their pure potential;
• Teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5;
• Collaborative working to support our endeavour to work smarter, and achieve an effective balance between home and work;
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn;
• A school committed to staff mental health and well-being.

Please use the contact details below if you would like the opportunity to tour the school or to discuss the role informally before making an application.

Please find and complete the application form on our website here.

Please return a completed application form, to Mrs A Dennett, HR Manager, Hillview School for Girls, Brionne Gardens, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2HE or by email: [e-mail]

Tel: [phone] Ext 180

Interviews to be held on Tuesday 13 May 2025

Hillview School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Primary and Secondary Education