Assistant Headteacher - Mat Cover

Ribbons & Reeves; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves is seeking an Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum in Hackney to drive curriculum development, raise attainment and lead school improvement initiatives. The role is a full-time maternity cover with an immediate start, offering scope to shape teaching and learning across the school.

You will lead curriculum planning, support teachers, monitor progress and collaborate with the headteacher to implement strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of classroom teaching.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally in curriculum development and raising attainment.
• Excellent knowledge of teaching, assessment and school improvement.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum planning, implementation and assessment to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
• Support teachers in delivering an ambitious, engaging and inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, using assessment data to identify priorities and drive improvement.
• Work closely with the headteacher and senior leadership team to deliver school improvement priorities.
• Support colleagues’ professional development, sharing effective practice and promoting continuous improvement.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic planning

Assessment literacy

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum | Hackney | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced school leader looking for your next leadership opportunity? This Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum role at a high-performing Hackney primary school offers the chance to drive curriculum development, raise standards and make a meaningful difference to pupils’ outcomes.

Why join this school?

• Strong academic results: 90% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths in 2024, compared with 61% nationally.
• Excellent early literacy: 95% of pupils met the expected standard in the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check, significantly above the national average of 76%.
• Leadership opportunity: Shape curriculum delivery, develop teaching practice and contribute to whole-school improvement.
• Competitive salary: Earn Inner London M1–UPS3, depending on experience.

About the Role

As an Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum, you will:

• Lead curriculum planning, implementation and assessment to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
• Support teachers in delivering an ambitious, engaging and inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, using assessment data to identify priorities and drive improvement.
• Work closely with the headteacher and senior leadership team to deliver school improvement priorities.
• Support colleagues’ professional development, sharing effective practice and promoting continuous improvement.

About the School

Rated Good by Ofsted, this thriving Hackney primary school combines strong academic outcomes with a broad curriculum and a commitment to inclusive education. Its impressive phonics results reflect a strong foundation in early literacy, while its focus on high-quality teaching provides an exciting opportunity for a senior leader to influence educational standards and support every pupil to reach their potential.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of classroom teaching.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally in curriculum development and raising attainment.
• Excellent knowledge of teaching, assessment and school improvement.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire and support colleagues.

Contract: Full-time, maternity cover until July 2027.

Start Date: Immediate.