Assistant Headteacher: Lead Whole-School Change & Growth

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CPD and leadership develop

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is recruiting an Assistant Headteacher for a London secondary school with an October 2026 or January 2027 start. This permanent, full‑time role offers genuine whole‑school leadership responsibility and a clear pathway toward Deputy Headteacher, with excellent CPD and leadership development.

You will work with the Headteacher and SLT to shape teaching, culture and outcomes, influence curriculum and behaviour, and shape the remit around your strengths while maintaining a visible,

Qualifications

• QTS with a strong track record of improving outcomes.
• Evidence that your impact extends beyond your own classroom.
• Presence, credibility, ambition and the ability to inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning, curriculum, behaviour, culture and outcomes.
• Collaborate with Headteacher and SLT to drive school improvement.
• Provide leadership development and contribute to strategy and CPD.

Skills

Visible leadership

Influence and presence

Ambition and credibility

Staff development

Education

QTS

Leadership experience

Job description

Guardian Jobs is recruiting an Assistant Headteacher for a London secondary school with an October 2026 or January 2027 start. This permanent, full‑time role offers genuine whole‑school leadership responsibility and a clear pathway toward Deputy Headteacher, with excellent CPD and leadership development.

You will work with the Headteacher and SLT to shape teaching, culture and outcomes, influence curriculum and behaviour, and shape the remit around your strengths while maintaining a visible,