Assistant Headteacher - Safeguarding & Pastoral

The Holt; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is seeking an outstanding teacher to join its Senior Leadership Team starting in January or April 2026. The role involves leadership responsibilities, including safeguarding and managing pastoral teams. Candidates should have proven leadership capabilities and be enthusiastic about fostering a positive school culture. Applications are due by 9am on Wednesday, 19 November 2025, with interviews on 5 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent leadership within a department or year group.
• Outstanding, energetic, and well-qualified teacher are essential traits.
• Experience as a middle leader or existing senior leader.

Responsibilities

• Designated Safeguarding Lead responsibilities.
• Manage behaviour and attendance.
• Leadership of the pastoral teams.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Ability to manage pastoral teams

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership experience

Job description

Overview

Required for January or April 2026, an outstanding, energetic and well-qualified teacher, who has the ambition and drive to join our Senior Leadership Team and to develop and deliver an ambitious vision for to support our school's outstanding culture and climate.

Responsibilities

• Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Behaviour and attendance leads
• Leadership of the pastoral teams

The ideal candidate will have pastoral responsibilities to reflect their strengths.

Qualifications

Middle leader or existing senior leader with a proven track record of excellent leadership within their department, year group or area and who is ready to move on to the next stage of their career.

Outstanding, energetic and well-qualified teacher.

Application

The Holt is a popular and oversubscribed 11-16 girls and 16-18 co‑ed comprehensive school. Further details and an application form are available from the school website: https://www.holtschool.co.uk/parent-information/about-us/vacancies/.

Prospective applicants are welcome to telephone Mrs Katie Warner HR manager for more information about this post and to arrange a visit.

Completed application forms should be emailed to: [e-mail].

Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 19 November 2025.

Interview date: Friday 5 December 2025.

The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check.