About the role
About Us
At Brighter Futures Educational Trust, we are committed to ensuring every pupil thrives through a rich and varied curriculum, effective assessment, and high-quality teaching. We are seeking an outstanding educational leader to join our senior leadership team as Assistant Headteacher for Curriculum, Assessment and Teaching & Learning.
The Role
As Assistant Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic experience of our pupils. Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, you will:
- Lead the strategic development of curriculum, teaching, and assessment across the school.
- Ensure pupils have access to an engaging, inclusive curriculum that supports progress for all, including those with SEND and from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Drive whole-school strategies in teaching and learning, literacy, numeracy, and assessment.
- Model excellent classroom practice, with a teaching commitment of 50%.
- Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance management.
- Contribute to school culture, behaviour, and safeguarding, ensuring high standards for all.
About You
We are looking for an ambitious and resilient leader who:
- Is a qualified teacher with a degree and evidence of professional development for leadership.
- Has outstanding teaching experience and a proven track record of improving pupil outcomes.
- Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Is confident in curriculum design, assessment strategies, and using data to drive improvement.
- Has experience working with vulnerable students and can inspire colleagues to do the same.
- Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the values of our trust.
What We Offer
- A leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking trust.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
- A school culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, collaboration, and high standards.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
Safeguarding
This post involves high levels of contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about shaping the future of education and believe you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.
Application Process:
All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of the necessary pre-employment checks, including two references, enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health checks as part of our safeguarding and induction procedures.
Please note also that prospective applicants with certain criminal records are barred from employment in regulated activity or from working in certain roles in a school setting. We encourage visiting our school prior to submitting an application. Visit appointments will be by arrangement with Mr Paul Smith (Headteacher).
We reserve the right to close the job early if we receive a high number of applications.
To arrange a time to visit please contact our admin team, Telephone: 01462 896351 or email: admin@brandles.herts.sch.uk
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