Assistant Headteacher

As Assistant Headteacher, you will be responsible for leading on a range of key whole school aspects/subjects. You will be a role model to staff, who will look to you for outstanding leadership, support and challenge. We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference, who is a highly skilled, driven and a successful teacher and aspiring/current school leader with a range of recent experience ready to take on this crucial role at Highfield St Matthew’s.

Specific areas of responsibility will be agreed on appointment we want to hear about your strengths and what you can bring to our wonderful school!

This role offers an exciting prospect for an outstanding practitioner to take full advantage of the unique opportunities that our school brings and to make a significant impact on improving the life chances for all our pupils.

You will be supported by the Executive Headteacher, Head of School, a challenging yet supportive Governing Board, and LDST.

Enthusiastic, well-motivated and happy children who create opportunities as well as being encouraged to be independent thinkers.

A committed and cohesive staff team, dedicated to the school and its family ethos. Supportive and engaged parents. Attractive and well-maintained buildings The support and challenge of an active and committed local governing body. Continuing professional development as a leader, and wider opportunities to collaborate and make a difference across our Trust. Opportunities for support, collaboration and professional development within LDST and across local networks.

Please take some time to look through our school website - https://www.highfie

Visits to school for prospective candidates are warmly welcomed and encouraged, and we look forward to showing you Highfield St Matthew’s CE Primary school in action!