Assistant Head Teacher of Secondary

• Support the Head of Secondary in implementing the school’s vision, values, and strategic improvement priorities.
• Contribute to self-evaluation processes, improvement planning, and inspection readiness.
• Model high professional standards and promote a culture of aspiration, inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning through lesson observations, learning walks, work scrutiny, and student voice.
• Work closely with Heads of Department, Heads of Year, and curriculum leaders to raise attainment and accelerate progress.
• Promote consistency in curriculum planning, assessment, feedback, and classroom practice across the Secondary phase.
• Lead or support whole-school or phase-based teaching and learning initiatives.

• Use assessment data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for development, supporting targeted intervention strategies.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of robust tracking, monitoring, and reporting systems.
• Support the analysis and presentation of student performance data to senior leaders, governors, and external stakeholders.
• A strong background or interest in data leadership and performance reporting would be advantageous.

• Support high standards of behaviour, attendance, and student conduct across the Secondary school.
• Work alongside pastoral and inclusion teams to prioritise student wellbeing, safeguarding, and belonging.
• Engage professionally with parents to address concerns and build constructive partnerships.
• Uphold and promote a strong safeguarding culture in line with school policies and statutory requirements.

• Support the effective day-to-day running of the Secondary school.
• Contribute to timetabling, events, examinations processes, enrichment programmes, and school routines.
• Ensure policies and procedures are implemented consistently and effectively.

• Line manage designated middle leaders or teaching staff as required.
• Contribute to appraisal, performance management, and professional development processes.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership support to build capacity across teams.
• Promote collaboration, professional dialogue, and leadership development opportunities.

• Maintain strong communication with parents to support student progress and wellbeing.
• Represent the school at meetings, events, and community initiatives.
• Support programmes that enhance student leadership, enrichment, and wider participation.

• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning and leadership development.
• Remain informed about current educational research, curriculum developments, and inspection frameworks.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and the professional standards expected of senior leaders.

• Bachelor’s degree in education or another relevant field with a teaching qualification
• Previous experience in a senior leadership role
• NPQH or other relevant senior leadership qualifications (desirable)

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