About the role
Assistant Headteacher at Shepherd Primary School
We are looking to appoint a new Assistant Headteacher for Curriculum, Teaching & Learning, due to our current Assistant Head relocating.
We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who is first and foremost an inspirational teacher who will create an inspiring and stimulating learning environment in their own Key Stage 2 classroom. They will have a nurturing and caring approach, in keeping with the ethos and values of Shepherd Primary School.
Ofsted (June 2023) noted that 'Leaders have an ambitious curriculum in place. Teachers know the breadth of knowledge they need to teach pupils. Leaders have ensured that this knowledge builds year on year from as soon as pupils start school.' Our new Assistant Head will have a secure knowledge of the curriculum, high expectations and a strong commitment to children’s learning and progress.
The successful candidate will have the ability to lead curriculum developments across the school, working as part of our supportive and dedicated team of staff. Ofsted (June 2023) noted that ‘Staff enjoy working here. They appreciate how leaders consider staff workload and well-being. Staff value the professional development they receive.'
For the role of Assistant Headteacher, we welcome applications from candidates who have experience teaching across the primary phase and who also have established leadership experience, possibly in some of the following areas:
Improving the quality of teaching and learning
Leading on curriculum development/improvement
Key Stage leadership
Conducting Performance Management
Leading a team (e.g. Teaching Assistants or as a Key Stage Leader)
Leading CPD for teachers and other staff
Interpreting school performance data
Contributing to and driving school improvement as a member of a school team
Evidence of a whole school responsibility and experience of turning policy into effective and successful practice (e.g. Pupil Premium)
Leadership of a significant subject area including responsibility for raising standards across the whole school.
Shepherd Primary School is a highly inclusive school with a culture in which every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Our children really enjoy coming to school, are eager to learn and have excellent behaviour.
If you choose to work at Shepherd Primary School, we will offer you:
Dedicated leadership release time from class
A very happy school with a caring and creative atmosphere
A spacious, well-resourced working environment, including your own office
A committed, caring and welcoming team of staff who support one another
Opportunities for high quality CPD
A commitment to a realistic work/life balance
Supportive parents and governors.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, as they are the best way to see how wonderful our school is. Please contact Mrs Foad, Headteacher, via the school office (01923 773478) for further details and to arrange a visit.
The vacancy for Assistant Headteacher closes on 16th October 2026, however, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable applicant be found.
The school is committed to safeguarding and prompting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate.
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