Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 26 February 2026
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 13 March 2026
• Location: Sale, Cheshire, M33 5BP
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 86a5fca1-6de2-4763-80a4-df9570bdc
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What skills and experience we're looking for

This exciting opportunity will focus upon the leadership of Key Stage 3. We are looking for an individual who has the character and drive to make a real difference in one of our school communities, and across the trust, leading and managing areas such as:

• Pastoral teams, systems and processes
• Safeguarding
• Pedagogical research, development and implementation
• Curriculum development

Applications are welcomed from leaders who can demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience within a secondary school
• Impact as a leader; including a proven record of excellent examination results.
• An ability to establish positive and enriching relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents/carers.
• A knowledge and understanding of current educational issues, particularly in relation to inclusion, and the ability to respond to them strategically.
• An unwavering commitment to improving the life‑chances of young people.
• High expectations and aspirations for all colleagues and pupils.

Benefits available at The Dean Trust

• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme and gymnasium membership
• High Street Benefits and Discounts
• Annual flu jabs
• Access to enhanced family‑friendly policies
• Preferential admission arrangements for children of colleagues

Ashton on Mersey School is in the central hub of The Dean Trust and serves the community of Sale and beyond. As part of our team you can contribute, collaborate and lead on many established areas that shape our school culture. Our school vision has been shaped by every member of our school community.

The school has:

• An ambitious co‑produced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4 leading to a full A-Level and vocational qualification offer in Key Stage 5 at our thriving sixth form.
• A reputation for securing year‑on‑year examination results that are consistently strong.
• Modern, high‑quality facilities with the latest technology solutions accessible to all staff and pupils and with sports facilities that rank alongside some of the best in the country.
• An exceptional character and personal development programme which involves a renowned provision of extra‑curricular activity with specialism in Sport and Performing Arts.
• A dedicated group of teaching and support staff that lead excellent pastoral care in an inclusive school which maintains a traditional expectation with regards to standards of behaviour.
• Direct access to the Believe Learning Institute (The Dean Trust's centre for professional learning including leadership development), Turing NW Maths Hub and SCITT; all based on site.
• World‑class opportunities and partnerships forged with national and international partners including Sale Sharks and Manchester United Football Club with whom we have provided an educational package for youth players for over 25 years.

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.