Assistant Headteacher — Lead Teaching & Wellbeing

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well Being package through Suffolk CC

Job summary

Ranelagh Primary School, Ipswich, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to work with the Headteacher to lead the quality of education for all pupils. The post carries Leadership Group membership and a responsibility to model excellence in teaching and learning.

The role is senior, term-time plus 39 weeks per year, with a start from January 2027 and a salary in the L1–L3 range (£53,583–£54,392 pro rata). You will help shape the school's vision and secure high expectations for all children.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership potential within a school setting.
• Clear commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate and raise standards across the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with the Headteacher to manage educational quality across all pupils.
• Monitor and evaluate standards to drive school improvement.
• Promote effective teaching and learning practices across the school.

Skills

Creative

Well organized

Emotional literacy

Team leadership

Flexible

Relationship building

Job description

Ranelagh Primary School, Ipswich, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to work with the Headteacher to lead the quality of education for all pupils. The post carries Leadership Group membership and a responsibility to model excellence in teaching and learning.

The role is senior, term-time plus 39 weeks per year, with a start from January 2027 and a salary in the L1–L3 range (£53,583–£54,392 pro rata). You will help shape the school's vision and secure high expectations for all children.