Assistant Headteacher
About This Role
As Assistant Headteacher you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Headteacher to deliver the school’s vision, provide strong strategic leadership, and ensure the smooth and effective running of daily operations.
This is a highly influential leadership position where you will model strong teaching practice, drive continuous improvement, and champion our core values; helping both pupils and staff reach their full potential.
You will be responsible for:
Supporting the Headteacher in communicating and embedding the school’s vision and strategic direction while promoting a positive, inclusive, and aspirational culture
Overseeing key systems, processes, and policies to ensure safe, efficient school operations, including safeguarding and pupil welfare
Performance managing staff and driving professional development to build confidence, capability, and leadership capacity across the school
Working collaboratively with the Mercian Educational Trust, governing board and external partners to ensure accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement
This role is ideal for a strategic, inspiring, and experienced leader who is passionate about creating meaningful change and delivering outstanding outcomes for pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
About You
We’re looking for a candidate who is:
- Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree
- Experienced: Strong understanding of specialist educational needs and trauma informed practice
- Compassionate and resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
- Collaborative: A clear communicator who thrives in a senior leadership team and can work with a range of partners, adapting their leadership style
- Creative and Flexible: Ready to adapt, innovate, and respond to individual and school-wide needs