Assistant Headteacher - Quality of Education

Cayley Primary School; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Headteacher to join their inclusive and vibrant school community. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team and inspire students to achieve their best. With a commitment to innovative teaching and a supportive ethos, you'll be instrumental in shaping the future of the school. The ideal candidate will be approachable, visible, and dedicated to fostering a love of learning in children. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students and their families, while also benefiting from professional growth and development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Strong Community Links

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within educational settings.
• Strong commitment to inclusive education and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support staff in delivering high-quality education.
• Foster a positive and inclusive school environment for all students.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Inclusive Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education

Job description

Fantastic Opportunity for an Experienced Teacher and Leader

Cayley is a much-loved, successful, and inclusive school in Stepney, Tower Hamlets. We are a Good school where the children come first. The curriculum is broad, providing both personalised and creative content and addressing the core subjects. We are keen to continue pursuing new, fun, and innovative ways to help our children love learning and enjoy their time at school.

Our new Assistant Headteacher will be passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for our children. They will care about the whole family: parents, carers, and children, and will value our staff and their contributions. They will be welcoming, genuinely friendly, and visible to parents. Our Assistant Headteacher will enjoy celebrating success in all its forms and expect our children to leave Cayley with a lifelong love of learning and to be well prepared for the challenges ahead. We are looking for someone calm, considered, and inclusive who can help lead Cayley into its next phase of development.

We can offer:

• a friendly and supportive ethos that celebrates the multicultural and inclusive nature of our school;
• an enthusiastic and inquisitive group of children who enjoy learning and display good behaviour;
• an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff team;
• a rich mix of families who strongly support the school;
• an exciting school environment, both inside and out, with high-quality resources;
• a new and developing approach to curriculum and pedagogy;
• a commitment to learning through play in the EYFS;
• opportunities for professional growth through dedicated CPD;
• strong links with other local schools and the Local Authority.

Visits to the school are strongly recommended.

For an application pack or to arrange a visit, please contact Alison Perisic at [e-mail] or visit https://www.cayley.towerhamlets.sch.uk/recruitment.

If you would like more information, please contact the headteacher at [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion of the role.

Supporting statements should refer to the person specification and should be no longer than 2 sides of A4 in Century Gothic font size 10. All applications must be sent to [e-mail].

Start Date: September 2025

Closing Date: 09:00 Friday 16 May 2025

Shortlisting: Friday 16 May 2025

Interviews: Thursday 22 May 2025