Assistant Headteacher at Katherine Warington School

Katherine Warington School; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual flex day

Flexible working

Free parking on site

Free gym usage

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Mentoring and CPD opportunities

Staff socials

EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Collaborative and welcoming team

Job summary

Katherine Warington School in Harpenden is seeking an Assistant Headteacher (L12-L16) to drive high academic standards and empower staff in a vibrant secondary school environment.

The role offers a leadership opportunity to shape students' futures within a modern, equity-focused, technology-rich setting, with a formal interview process on 15th and 16th October 2026.

Job description

About this Role

Are you looking for an inspiring leadership opportunity? Join our vibrant secondary school as Assistant Headteacher (L12-L16, £71,759-£79,158) to drive high academic standards, empower staff, and shape the future of our students.

Applyingfor a leadership position at Katherine Warington School offers a rare opportunity to help shape the trajectory of a modern, forward-thinking institution built on a foundation of equity, innovation, andtraditional values. As a relatively new secondary school in Harpenden, KWS combines state-of-the-art, technology-rich facilities with an evidence-informed curriculum rooted in research like Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction.

Joiningthe leadership team allows you to directly drive an inclusive ethos centeredaround three core values: Knowledge, Wellbeing, and Success. The school prioritises genuine student voice, staff professionaldevelopment, and a strong culture of allyship and belonging. If you are an ambitious leader passionate about shaping character, leveraging educational research, and leaving a lasting legacy in a dynamic educational community, taking on a leadership role at Katherine Warington School is a compelling next step in your career.

The interview process is over 2 days, the 15th and 16th October 2026.

In return, you will have access to our staff benefits package including:

• An annual Flex Day to be taken on a day of your choice (with an additional day granted after 4 years of service)
• Commitment to flexible working
• Free parking on site
• Free use of the school gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to our in-house team of Mental Health First Aiders
• Buddy system for new staff
• Access to mentoring and CPD opportunities
• Regular staff socials
• Discounts with local businesses
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• An opportunity to work with friendly and welcoming colleagues in a modern, aesthetically pleasing and forward-thinking environment.

At KWS, we understand the value of having a workforce that reflects and represents our multi-ethnic student body from an equality, diversity and inclusivity perspective. We therefore welcome and embrace applications from all backgrounds.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and visitors to share this commitment. This post will require a Full Enhanced, with List Checks, Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

As part of our selection and appointment process, and in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we are required to conduct online searches on all candidates in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. By submitting and signing your application, you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the selection and appointment process.

For more details about the school please visit our website and prospectus, links below:

https://kwschool.co.uk/

https://kwschool.co.uk/prospectus/