Assistant Headteacher: Lead Teaching & Pupil Progress

St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance programme

GP 24/7 service

Annual flu vaccinations

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Eyecare vouchers

Inclusive culture

Job summary

St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School, part of Grace Schools, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to drive high-quality teaching and learning across the school and model exemplary leadership within a knowledge-rich curriculum.

You will oversee pupil progress, mentor staff, build strong relationships with families and the wider community, and uphold safeguarding standards while contributing to school life beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

• Has a relevant degree or equivalent and QTS.
• Experience as Assistant Headteacher/class teacher in a primary setting with impact.
• Commitment to Grace Schools Principles of Education and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and model exemplary teaching within the academy's knowledge-rich curriculum.
• Oversee pupil progress and drive outcomes across assigned areas.
• Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Lead teaching initiatives to raise standards and children's life chances.
• Maintain high expectations for achievement, safeguarding, and professional conduct.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Curriculum knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Safeguarding

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School, part of Grace Schools, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to drive high-quality teaching and learning across the school and model exemplary leadership within a knowledge-rich curriculum.

You will oversee pupil progress, mentor staff, build strong relationships with families and the wider community, and uphold safeguarding standards while contributing to school life beyond the classroom.