Assistant Headteacher - EYFS and Reading Lead

Hurst Green; Wollaston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ridge Primary School in Wollaston is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for EYFS and Reading Lead to join our dedicated leadership team. This is a full-time, permanent post with 32.5 hours per week.

We are a good school with a motivated staff and a commitment to an engaging, inclusive curriculum that enables every child to thrive. The successful candidate will lead curriculum design and high-quality teaching practice, with safeguarding at the core.

Job description

Assistant Headteacher - EYFS and Reading Lead

Job Reference DUDLEY/TP/350/5309

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 32.5

Location: The Ridge Primary School, Gregory Road, Wollaston

Closing Date: 15/10/2026

Job Type: Schools / Academies - Leadership Roles - Deputy / Assistant headteacher

Sector: Education

Business Unit: Schools

Job Introduction

Assistant Headteacher - EYFS and Reading Lead

Full time - Permanent

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for EYFS and Reading Lead to join our dedicated leadership team.

Our school is proud to be a ‘Good’ school with a highly motivated and effective team of teachers. We are committed to providing a rich, engaging and inclusive curriculum that enables every child to thrive and achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiasticleader who is passionate about high-quality curriculum design and outstanding teaching practice.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

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N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised dateshould we receive a large number of applications.

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