Assistant Headteacher - Curriculum & Teaching

The Ramsey Academy; Halstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Halstead is seeking an ambitious Assistant Headteacher to lead strategic curriculum development and foster student excellence. Ideal candidates will have a proven teaching record, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to the continuous improvement of student success. This role is critical in shaping educational strategies and engaging with a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong student progress.
• Passion for making a difference for all students.
• Experience in leading curriculum and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead Key Stage 3 assessment, curriculum, teaching, learning.
• Accountable for foundational knowledge areas like reading, spelling, and maths.
• Engage in high-quality continuing professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Communication

Job description

The Trust is looking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher and invites applications from professionals with vision and drive to inspire and lead on the strategic development of aspects of the curriculum and teaching in the school.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to be responsible for the implementation of key strategies and policies to secure continued school improvement. We are looking for someone who puts students first, proactively focuses on the development, sharing and monitoring of best practice to help across the school.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent, inspiring class teacher with a proven track record of strong student progress, and with a passion to make a difference for all our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Key Stage 3 (assessment, curriculum, teaching and learning, homework, parents' evenings & events)
• Lead foundational knowledge (reading, spelling, handwriting, maths)
• Lead reading strategy
• Lead oracy strategy
• Lead and be accountable for key aspects identified in the job description such as (but not exhaustive)
• Serve as key point of contact for all staff, families and relevant stakeholders, and employ strong organisational skills
• Engage with high quality CPD as part of the role

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will be an excellent, inspiring class teacher with a proven track record of strong student progress, and with a passion to make a difference for all our students.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

About The Ramsey Academy

The Ramsey Academy is a popular over‑subscribed secondary school in the heart of the Halstead community. Our focus is to ‘Achieve Excellence Together’. We work hard to support students in their educational journey and provide them with the skills and knowledge they need for their future.

About the Trust

The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of high quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school‑led school improvement approach and long‑term sustainable strategy.

Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.