Assistant Headteacher

Salary: L1 L5 Hours of work: 0.8 FTE (0.6 class teaching, 0.2 leadership time) Contract type:
Permanent The children, staff, parents/carers and Governors of Crudwell Church of England Primary School are excited to welcome a new Assistant Headteacher who will play a key role in shaping the next stage of our schools development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a warm, thriving village school with strong values, a vibrant curriculum and a committed, supportive community.

What We Are Looking For We seek an Assistant Headteacher who will:
Be an active, visible presence within school life, building positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and the wider community. Support the Headteacher through confident, collaborative leadership that draws on the skills and strengths of the whole team. Bring fresh ideas, enthusiasm and professional curiosity, helping to nurture a culture of continuous improvement. Value teamwork and shared expertise, recognising the opportunities offered by collaboration both within and beyond our school.

Be an experienced and highly effective classroom practitioner who models excellent teaching and learning. Uphold and embody our Christian ethos, values and vision in all aspects of school life. About the Role Following an internal promotion, we are recruiting an Assistant Headteacher with experience across Key Stages 1 and 2 to contribute to both the strategic direction and daily leadership of our school.

In this role you will:
Champion the schools vision, values and high expectations. Work as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to drive whole-school priorities. Lead and support staff effectively, promoting strong teamwork and high morale. Monitor, evaluate and report on pupil outcomes and school performance. Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, behaviour and wellbeing. Deputise for the Headteacher when required. Teach 0.6 FTE Actual working pattern can be discussed ut You

You will be:

An experienced teacher with proven impact across Key Stages 1 and 2. A reflective and aspirational leader with a commitment to school improvement. An excellent communicator who builds trust and positive relationships. A supportive, empowering colleague who leads by example. Someone who places childrens welfare, learning and personal development at the heart of every decision. What Our School Can Offer A friendly, inclusive and vibrant school community.

A strong and distinctive Christian ethos inspired by our vision:
Roots to grow and wings to fly. Six core school values - Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance, Trust, Teamwork and Creativity - which shape our culture and character education. Spacious grounds, Forest School provision, and an exciting, well-developed curriculum. A newly refurbished library and a wide range of music, sport and enrichment opportunities. A supportive local network through the Hobbes Alliance of schools.

Leadership coaching and professional development opportunities through Wiltshire Council and the Bristol Diocese.