Assistant Headteacher - Whatley Campus

Melrose School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Melrose School is seeking an outstanding Assistant Headteacher to join our senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on strategic development, drive high standards, and ensure every pupil reaches their full potential through strong teaching and effective interventions.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven leadership track record and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive culture across the school.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and senior leadership capability.
• Proven track record of improving pupil outcomes.
• Strong communication and safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in providing strategic leadership and management of the school.
• Lead on whole-school improvement priorities.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, ensuring effective interventions are in place.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Support the development, wellbeing and performance of staff.
• Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all pupils remains paramount.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.
• Contribute to self-evaluation and school improvement planning.

Skills

QTS

Leadership

Teaching experience

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, ambitious and inspirational Assistant Headteacher to join our senior leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for pupils and supporting the strategic development of the school. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and other senior leaders to drive school improvement, promote high standards of teaching and learning, and ensure that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of leadership and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and aspirational culture across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in providing strategic leadership and management of the school.
• Lead on whole-school improvement priorities.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, ensuring effective interventions are in place.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Support the development, wellbeing and performance of staff.
• Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all pupils remains paramount.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.
• Contribute to self-evaluation and school improvement planning.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a strong record of successful teaching and leadership experience.
• Demonstrates a commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Can inspire, motivate and support staff and pupils.
• Is resilient, innovative and solution-focused.
• Has a thorough understanding of current educational practice and statutory requirements.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Safeguarding Statement

The 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 applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references.