Assistant Head

Post Title: Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Curriculum)
Start Date: September 2026

Salary: L5-L9 / Full time

Are you an outstanding teacher who is looking for an opportunity to lead teaching and curriculum across the school?

Are you passionate and tenacious about ensuring the best education and inclusion for all pupils?

Are you willing to go the extra mile and maintain resilience in the face of challenges?

Are you looking for the next step in your career and a chance to make a difference?

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who understands effective teaching and curriculum, with a demonstrable track record raising pupil attainment and progress in challenging contexts.

Bassingbourn has been on a rapid improvement journey over the past two years. Our Ofsted inspection in October 2024 recognised the school’s progress and clear roadmap for sustained success moving forward.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make your mark as a senior leader who is willing to go above and beyond to advocate for a high-quality education that our pupils deserve, we would love to hear from you.

In return, we offer you:

An opportunity to truly develop your strategic leadership skills and knowledge in school improvement.

A supportive governing body and dedicated staff team who want the best for our pupils.

Remarkable and articulate pupils who deserve the best possible education provision.

An opportunity to work alongside an experienced Headteacher with a strong track record of developing future leaders.

For further information, please visit our school website and/or call the school office team. Visits to the school are highly encouraged. Please get in touch to arrange a suitable time.

Should you wish to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Luu, Headteacher, directly via aluu@bassingbourn.cambs.sch.uk.

Deadline for applications: 9am on Friday 15th May 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026