Assistant Headteacher KS4

Closing date:
Midnight Friday 27 th February 2026

We are looking to appoint an energetic and committed professional with successful middle leadership and some whole school experience, to the role of Assistant Headteacher of KS4 at Twyford C of E high school.

The main purpose of the post is to ensure all students achieve outstanding outcomes for all students in Key Stage 4 through effective delivery of curriculum & assessment as well as pastoral and wider learning. The post is therefore an excellent opportunity for a motivated and committed professional with an intelligent interest in whole school leadership to develop as a well-rounded member of the SLT.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the experience drive to lead within a staff team committed to achieving outstanding results for all students irrespective of ability. S/He will be enthused by the prospect of maintaining a student learning culture which is engaging and aspirational. S/he will set high standards for students and staff in all aspects of school life.

This role presents a unique professional development opportunity for a candidate who already has significant expertise in leading a curriculum area or a pastoral team which has focussed on both attainment and wellbeing. The role provides the opportunity to grow as a key member of the SLT and to develop towards Deputy Headship – S/he will develop as an Assistant Headteacher within a visionary and enterprising context, and with the support of an experienced SLT and Executive team.

They will also join at a time of change and growth for the SLT. The usual salary range for this role is L10-14. The school will consider candidates of exceptional ability who have less than the specified experience where there is evidence of outstanding outcomes (see person spec) salary adjustment would apply if the role were taken forward in reduced form and with additional support.

The successful candidate will have:

• A good degree and QTS
• Proven record of outstanding results
• Outstanding skills as a classroom teacher
• An excellent record of as a Middle Leader (curriculum or pastoral)
• An excellent record of developmental work in current role
• Experience of curriculum and assessment (design and development)
• Experience of managing or implementing pastoral systems and initiatives
• Experience of managing others / managing change
• Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement
• A commitment to the ethos of the school

We offer:

• Exceptional professional development and career progression
• Positive working relationships at all levels
• A supportive and lively Leadership Team

The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process

The Twyford Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers.

For more information about the DBS please see the text below. The post-holder will also be expected to read and adhere to the Trust’s Child Protection Policy, and any other Safeguarding documents stated within this.

The Twyford Church of England Academies Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our staff, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.

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