Assistant Headteacher

Seeking an Assistant Headteacher position within Oxfordshire?

Are you looking for your next challenge, excited by the prospect of working in a school considered to be ‘Outstanding’ by OFTSED?
Do you have an excellent track record in leadership with particular strengths in leading staff development and assessment?

Don’t miss the chance to secure an exciting full time and permanent Assistant Headteacher position at this fantastic primary school near Abingdon. This is a brilliant opportunity for a future Head, with the school holding aspirations to go from strength to strength.

***Primary Assistant Headteacher position
***Strengths required in leading staff development and assessment
***Exceptional leadership qualities & proven track record required
***School graded ‘Outstanding’ in its last inspection
***Located near Abingdon so easily accessible from the a34 and surrounding areas
*** £44,841 – £49,481

At this forward thinking 1 form entry school, as an Assistant Headteacher you will be working alongside a very passionate head teacher and part of a very talented team. You will
become part of an ambitious SLT who are looking to raise standards throughout, pushing the school on from strength to strength. The school has recently converted to Academy status, and in your new career here, you will be an integral part of developing this movement to be the positive step it is considered to be, so a high level of enthusiasm and commitment is required for this permanent DHT post.

This supportive primary school is found near Abingdon, public transport links are not ideal so a car driver is best suited to the role and staff parking is available on site. With a typically diverse intake of EAL and SEN students, the school already has an impressive provision that accommodates their every need, with the aim being around raising standards and exceeding the schools’ current expectations. The school has created a safe and thriving learning environment and the children here are happy and eager to learn. It enjoys a positive relationship with the local community where there is a strong link with local facilities such as the library and the swimming pool. Teaching and learning is consistent throughout, with the SLT keen to implement strategies that promote and utilise best practice.

The ideal candidate will be a career-minded Assistant Headteacher who has been graded as ‘Good’ or better by Ofsted in their own recent observations. You should possess a strong understanding of the national curriculum and how best to use this in delivering consistently high calibre lessons. The school wants applications who can show a natural talent for communication and organisation and are able to lead from the front, keen to contribute to the ongoing school improvement programme.

Click ‘Apply’ and send your CV to Chris at EduStaff for your chance to secure this Assistant Headteacher role at a 2-form entry primary school in Barnet.
Please note: due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.