Job Title: Assistant Headteacher
Location: Lancashire
Salary: Salary negotiable
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Please note: our client does not offer sponsorship
About the Role
Our client, a thriving secondary school in Lancashire, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Headteacher to join their leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a significant impact on the strategic direction of the school, supporting the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in ensuring outstanding outcomes for all students.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Headteacher in developing and implementing the school’s vision, values, and strategic plan.
* Lead on specific areas of whole-school improvement, such as curriculum development, pastoral care, behaviour management, or teaching and learning, depending on experience and expertise.
* Contribute to the effective management and development of teaching staff, providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
* Monitor and evaluate student progress, implementing interventions where necessary to ensure high achievement and attainment.
* Foster a positive school culture that promotes high expectations, inclusion, and student well-being.
* Support the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.
* Engage with parents, carers, and the wider community to strengthen relationships and promote the school’s values.
* Lead and manage whole-school events, assemblies, and key initiatives.
* Deputise for the Deputy Headteacher or Headteacher as required.
Person Specification
Essential:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with significant experience in secondary education.
* Proven leadership experience at middle or senior management level.
* A strong understanding of curriculum development, assessment, and teaching and learning strategies.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate students and staff.
* A commitment to raising student achievement and promoting a culture of high expectations.
* Experience in implementing whole-school initiatives that have led to measurable improvements.
* A deep understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to student welfare.
Desirable:
* NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership) or equivalent leadership training.
* Experience of working in a diverse and inclusive school setting.
* A track record of delivering professional development for staff.
* Ability to lead on specific areas such as SEND, behaviour, or data analysis.
Why Join Our Client?
* A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
* Opportunities for career development and training.
* A vibrant school community committed to excellence.
* Access to well-being and staff support initiatives.
If you are an enthusiastic and ambitious leader with a passion for secondary education, our client would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Please email a copy of your up to date CV to ali.aslamteachingpersonnel
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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