Assistant Headteacher - Curriculum and Strategic Leadership

Summary:

Assistant Headteacher - Curriculum and Strategic Leadership opportunity available at a high achieving school.

About the School:

A school rooted in Christian values, committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive, inclusive community where children and staff can thrive.

The Opportunity:

Join a school's senior leadership team as an Assistant Headteacher to help shape its future and drive excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum development. This role offers a unique chance to influence strategic direction and lead by example in a values-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the curriculum, with a focus on English or Mathematics.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Support and develop middle leaders and staff through professional development.
• Contribute to whole-school leadership, including safeguarding, school improvement, and strategic planning.
• Promote a positive, inclusive school culture with high expectations.
• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to ensure effective school leadership.
• Engage with parents, governors, and the wider community to shape the school’s future.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in school leadership and improvement.
• Strong subject leadership experience in English or Mathematics.
• Commitment to the Christian ethos and values of the school.
• Excellent classroom practice and ability to inspire others.
• Experience in safeguarding and a willingness to take on this responsibility.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, governors, and parents.

Preferred

• Experience in curriculum development and strategic planning.
• Background in leading whole-school improvement initiatives.
• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language or inclusive, trauma-informed approaches to behaviour and wellbeing.
• Experience in working within a Multi Academy Trust.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• High-quality professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and enthusiastic staff community.
• Well-resourced learning environment.
• Opportunities to shape the future direction of the school.