Assistant Headteacher & DSL — School Leadership

The Esland Group Ltd; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (£51,807-£54,417)

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Refer a Friend bonus £500

Staff recognition awards

Job summary

The Esland Group Ltd in Shropshire invites applications for an Assistant Headteacher & DSL to support the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher in delivering vision, safeguarding, and strategic leadership at a busy school.

This role includes timetabled teaching, a strong emphasis on standards, culture, and professional development, with a focus on inclusive education and collaboration with families and the local authority.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status is essential.
• Degree holder with leadership experience.
• Professional development in leadership preferred.
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination or equivalent encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher in strategic leadership.
• Lead on day-to-day school management and safeguarding.
• Oversee curriculum, standards and assessment across key stages.
• Manage staff development, performance and workload.
• Collaborate with families, governors and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education leadership

Education

Qualified teacher status

Degree

Leadership professional development

National Award for SEN Co-ordination

Job description

The Esland Group Ltd in Shropshire invites applications for an Assistant Headteacher & DSL to support the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher in delivering vision, safeguarding, and strategic leadership at a busy school.

This role includes timetabled teaching, a strong emphasis on standards, culture, and professional development, with a focus on inclusive education and collaboration with families and the local authority.