Assistant Headteacher

About the role

Tring School presents a potential opportunity to appoint an Assistant Headteacher to help lead our journey to excellence. Appointment for this role will be contingent upon the successful recruitment of a Deputy Headteacher. We are currently recruiting for the Deputy Headteacher position due to the promotion of the current postholder.

We seek to appoint an inspirational and innovative leader with a proven track record of impactful strategic leadership. The successful candidate will possess the ability to demonstrate school improvement and the resilience to address the challenges inherent in this role. We are committed to finding an individual who can assist us in continuing to provide a rewarding educational experience for all learners, equipping them with the skills and experience necessary to compete with the best.

Tring School offers a positive and supportive working environment. Our students are high-achieving, ambitious, and committed to their learning. They leave us as Confident Learners, Ambitious Individuals, and Responsible Citizens.

The Assistant Headteacher will maintain a prominent and visible presence throughout the school, embodying our values and promoting strong relationships with all stakeholders. The successful candidate will lead with confidence and demonstrate a passion for the transformative power of education. Impeccable professionalism, unwavering determination, and relentless optimism are essential qualities for this role. The Assistant Headteacher will lead by example and serve as a source of inspiration, supporting and guiding colleagues and students. Furthermore, the successful candidate will hold the highest expectations for every student in terms of achievement, participation, and conduct.

We are looking for an exceptional leader to complement our team, who will contribute to the strategic development of our ethos and culture across the school. The Assistant Headteacher will lead a team of experienced Subject Leaders and Pastoral Leaders.

If you are ready to take an exciting step forward in your career, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

I look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you into our school to work alongside the most amazing students and staff.

Sally Ambrose - Headteacher

Please complete the school’s application form via MyNewTerm and submit it along with a letter of application to Mrs Sally Ambrose, Headteacher, by 9.00 am on Wednesday 14 May 2025. Your application should be sent via email to HR@tring.school

Shortlisting - Thursday 15 May 2025

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 May 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.