Assistant Headteacher

Job description

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ROLE: Assistant Headteacher

SCHOOL: Brinsworth Whitehill

SALARY: L5-L9

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: Full Time, plus all inset days

Are you an inspiring and ambitious primary practitioner ready to take a defining step in your leadership journey? We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team, driving excellence in teaching and learning whilst championing student voice, personal development, and 'The School Way'.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As Assistant Headteacher, you will be a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team, working hand-in-hand with the Headteacher to shape attendance, data analysis, strategic direction and daily management of the school. This is a highly rewarding dual role: you will lead by example as an outstanding classroom teacher whilst driving whole-school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Work closely with the Headteacher to provide clear direction for the school, playing a significant role in the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the School Development Plan (SDP), and assisting with day-to-day management (including recruitment and health & safety).
• Specific Portfolios: Take a strategic lead on 'The School Way' and student Pledges, oversee the Student Council, maintain an overview of careers education within the school, and act as a vital link to the Safeguarding Team.
• Teaching & Learning: Undertake the responsibilities of a class teacher, leading by example to achieve high standards of student attainment, behaviour, and motivation.
• Quality Assurance & Data: Monitor the quality of teaching and learning through lesson observations, planning checks, and work scrutiny. Assist in developing robust assessment data systems to track progress and secure raised achievement across key stages.
• Staff Development: Coach, mentor, and support the self-evaluation of teaching staff. Conduct staff appraisals, set performance targets, and contribute to the planning and delivery of INSET days to continuously improve practice.
• Partnerships & Community: Create and maintain effective partnerships with parents to support student achievement. Develop positive links with the community, local businesses, and key stakeholders to promote a positive image of the school.
• Governance & Compliance: Update the SLT and Governing Board on the effectiveness of provision, and ensure the successful implementation of the Governing Board’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant middle or senior leadership experience within a primary setting.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary on the Leadership Scale
• Generous Teacher Pension Scheme
• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
• Professional Growth and Development with Trust-wide collaboration opportunities

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***Closing Date: Noon, Wednesday 29th April 2026***

For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org

For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org

We may conduct interviews as applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

Please note that we operate a safer recruitment policy and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full.

**Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV), clearly demonstrating:

• Why are you applying for this position
• How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)
• Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned

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