Assistant Headteacher (KS2)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£64,691 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

KS2 Phase Leadership Class Teaching Strategic Leadership Staff Development Curriculum Development Trauma-Informed Approaches Inclusive Education Senior Leadership Team Experience

FULL DESCRIPTION

Assistant Headteacher (KS2)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] group is seeking an Assistant Headteacher (KS2) for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Manchester. This is a full-time, permanent leadership role within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (a multi-academy trust). Salary: Leadership Scale L6-L10 (£58,569 – £64,691 per year). Closing date: 14 May 2026.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group’s mission is to fight for equity — in health, in wealth and in life. They are a social business delivering a range of services across the North of England, covering mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, housing, education, family support and more. The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Way is at the core of everything they do.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a two-form entry primary school in Cheetham Hill, North Manchester, with nearly 400 pupils aged 2-11 speaking 38 languages. The school is part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] multi-academy trust. They hold the Rights Respecting Gold Award and the Belonging Matters Charter Mark, and use trauma-informed approaches.

The Basics

  • Salary: Leadership Scale L6-L10 (£58,569 – £64,691 per year)
  • Hours: Full-time school hours, permanent
  • Annual leave: Term-time only + your birthday off
  • Base: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Manchester
  • Closing date: Thursday, 14 May 2026
  • Interviews: Wednesday, 20 May 2026

What You'll Be Doing

As our Assistant Headteacher, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, leading a KS2 phase while maintaining class teacher responsibilities. You will play a central role in shaping and delivering the school’s vision, driving high standards of teaching and learning, and supporting staff to achieve the best outcomes for all pupils. You will lead a core subject across the school and contribute to whole-school improvement, ensuring that teaching, curriculum and pastoral care are of the highest quality. This is a dynamic leadership role combining classroom excellence, strategic leadership, staff development and community engagement.

How to Apply

For everything you need to know about this role, take a look at our Recruitment Pack (available on the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] website). That’s the place where you’ll find the Job Description and Person Specification, as well as a bit more about what it’s like to work at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Unfortunately, we’re not able to accept applications after the deadline, and we can’t accept CVs. Please apply online via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] live vacancies portal.

Additional Information

  • [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Schools is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
  • This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.
  • Candidates are encouraged to visit the school and discuss the position with a member of the Senior Leadership. Contact the school office on [contact hidden] or visit www.unitycommunityprimary.com.
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