Assistant Headteacher New

Job Advertisement: Assistant Headteacher
Location: Wimborne, Dorset
Age: Secondary
Start Date: January 2025
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £63,430 - £69,970 per annum

A large, high-achieving, and rapidly improving secondary school in Wimborne, Dorset is seeking an inspirational and dynamic Assistant Headteacher to join its senior leadership team from January 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader with a passion for education to make a significant impact on the school’s continued success.

The school is known for its strong academic performance, a culture of high expectations, and commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. With a reputation for continuous improvement, the school is looking for a proactive leader who will drive innovation, uphold standards, and contribute to the development of both staff and students.

Key Responsibilities:

*Assist the Headteacher and leadership team in delivering the school’s vision, values, and strategic goals.

*Lead on specific areas of whole-school development, such as teaching and learning, student welfare, or curriculum design.

*Drive improvements in teaching standards, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for all students.

*Support staff development, performance management, and the continuous professional growth of teaching teams.

*Lead and manage a team of middle leaders, providing guidance, mentoring, and support.

*Promote a positive school culture that fosters high standards of behaviour, inclusion, and achievement.

*Work collaboratively with parents, governors, and the wider community to strengthen partnerships and engagement.

*Ensure the effective use of data to monitor progress, inform decision-making, and set high expectations for student outcomes.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

*Proven leadership experience at a senior or middle leadership level, ideally within a secondary school setting.

*A track record of driving school improvement and raising academic standards.

*A deep understanding of curriculum development, teaching and learning, and assessment.

*Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

*The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead others with a clear vision and strategic thinking.

*A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and diversity in all aspects of school life.

*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong academic background.

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking school community where leadership, collaboration, and innovation are celebrated. If you are an experienced leader looking to contribute to a high-achieving and fast-improving school, we encourage you to apply.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their suitability for the role. Please apply directly to this advertisement.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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