Assistant Headteacher

Teaching Vacancies; Washington; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational environment in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated educator for Holley Park Academy. This permanent role starting April 2026 offers L1 - L5 salary ranging from £52,026 to £57,418, subject to experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership in enhancing student welfare and contribute positively to the school community. The position comes with an array of employee benefits aimed at promoting staff well-being.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

24-hour GP access

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on shops and food

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and mentor fellow educators.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster relationships with parents and the community.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Take a lead role within the school.
• Promote the well-being of pupils.
• Contribute to the school's effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Commitment to raising standards

Team collaboration

Dedication to pupil welfare

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our pupils
• Able to communicate effectively with our parents and build positive relationships with families and the local/wider community
• Able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills and attributes and have a desire and experience to take a lead role within our school
• Positive, enthusiastic and able to act with integrity
• Committed to the raising of standards of all pupils across school
• Committed to working as part of a flexible, committed team
• Dedicated in promoting the well‑being of all individuals
• Able to contribute to wider school effectiveness

If so, we would really welcome your application.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive working environment that puts people at the heart of the organisation
• The opportunity to work as part of a growing Trust and shape this role
• Continuous professional development
• A range of Trust initiatives that improve wellbeing. Current initiatives include an annual wellbeing day.
• National Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme / Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee welfare package through Education Mutual including

• 24‑hour GP access
• Nurse support service
• Mental health services, including stress management, mental health first aid training and bereavement support
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Counselling Services
• Physiotherapy
• Financial wellbeing coaching
• Maternity and Paternity support
• Menopause support
• Access to useful wellbeing resources

Employee benefits package through Vivup including

• Cycle to work scheme
• Lifestyle savings including discounts on shops, food and drink and days out

Further details about the role

Permanent position required for April 2026.

Holley Park Academy.

L1 - L5 (£52,026 - £57,418) per annum starting point subject to experience.

Teachers’ Pay and Conditions.

Commitment to safeguarding.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, disclosure and barring service (DBS), medical online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.