Full-time Assistant Headteacher

St Teresa's; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (Smart)

Perks at Work

Career progression within Trust

Job summary

Limebrook Primary School & Nursery in Maldon, Essex, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher on a full-time permanent basis. The role is leadership-focused with responsibilities across teaching and learning, safeguarding and behaviour, and strategic development.

The successful candidate will work with the Head of School and leadership team, deliver in key areas such as curriculum, assessment, inclusion or behaviour, and contribute to the School Improvement Plan.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Significant teaching and leadership experience, e.g. middle leadership.
• Proven track record of improving pupil outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in leadership and management of the school.
• Lead and drive improvement in a key area of responsibility (e.g. curriculum).
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning across the school.
• Use data to improve pupil outcomes and inform strategic decisions.
• Line manage and support teaching and support staff.
• Lead professional development, coaching and mentoring of staff.
• Contribute to the School Improvement Plan and self-evaluation processes.
• Ensure high expectations of behaviour, achievement and inclusion.
• Work with governors, parents and external agencies.
• Undertake teaching responsibilities as required.

Skills

QTS

Leadership experience

Teaching experience

Curriculum leadership

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC854-62 Position Type: Assistant Headteacher Pay Range: Leadership Scale1-5

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: W/C 5th October 2026

Start date: As soon as possible or January 2027

Expected Salary Range - Leadership Scale 1-5 - £51,773 - £57,137

Are you an outstanding teacher and now want to make that step into Leadership to have a wider impact on Children? Are you not getting the opportunity to progress within your current school? Do you have a relentless focus on improving outcomes & life chances for all pupils irrespective of context or situation? Then this role may be for you!

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head of School to join our team at Limebrook Primary School & Nursery to make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.

Working with the Head of School and also alongside the wider leadership team, you will be based at Limebrook Primary School & Nursery and will be responsible for developing consistent practice in teaching and learning, pastoral care, safeguarding and behaviour, ensuring that children achieve the highest standards of attainment and achievement.

The successful candidate will lead on a specific area of school development (e.g. curriculum, teaching & learning, assessment, inclusion, or behaviour) and contribute to the strategic direction of the school.

Assistant Headteachers play a central role in leadership, helping to implement the school's vision and improve outcomes for all pupils

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in the leadership and management of the school
• Lead and drive improvement in a key area of responsibility (e.g. curriculum, assessment, inclusion)
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning across the school
• Use data to improve pupil outcomes and inform strategic decisions
• Line manage and support teaching and support staff
• Lead professional development, coaching and mentoring of staff
• Contribute to the School Improvement Plan and self-evaluation processes
• Ensure high expectations of behaviour, achievement and inclusion
• Work collaboratively with governors, parents and external agencies
• Undertake teaching responsibilities as required

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has significant teaching experience and leadership experience (e.g. middle leadership)
• Has a proven track record of improving pupil outcomes
• Demonstrates strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Has excellent knowledge of the curriculum and assessment
• Is able to inspire, motivate and support staff
• Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and high standards
• Is ambitious and ready for senior leadership
• Has experience of working with children with individual learning plans (ILPs) and adapting teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
• Has Experience of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including working alongside the SENDCo and external agencies
• Has some experience as a member of a school safeguarding team.

In addition to the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative working environment,

We can offer you:

• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals
• Friendly, motivated and aspirational pupils
• A dedicated and collaborative staff team
• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through providers such as The National College and The Key.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (Smart Clinic)
• Access to our staff benefits, exclusive rewards and discounts programme Perks at Work
• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
• A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Cycle to work, home and technology sacrifice schemes
• A structured ECT induction programme with mentoring and coaching

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Donna Sims, Human Resources manager (Essex),0208 6193419 or email: [e-mail]

NB: Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery
Tempest Road, Maldon
Essex, CM9 6NE Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]