Assistant Head TeacherStart Date: April 2026 or sooner for the right candidateLocation: Greenford / Ealing, LondonFull/Part-time: Full-time, with potential for part-time teachingSalary: M1 – UPS3
About the role/school
We are seeking an inspiring Assistant Head Teacher to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Greenford/Ealing. This 1-2 form entry, 'Good' school nurtures capable, determined young learners who are prepared to engage confidently with the wider world. The curriculum is broad and balanced, offering rich learning across core subjects and creative areas, while promoting strong values and a supportive environment.
As an Assistant Head Teacher, you will have the opportunity to lead on key school priorities, particularly as a Curriculum Lead, while still having the possibility to teach part-time in a Year 4 class. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader to make a real difference to both staff and pupils alike.
Job Responsibilities
As Assistant Head Teacher, your key responsibilities will include:
Leading and developing the school curriculum across core and foundation subjects
Supporting the Head Teacher in strategic leadership and school improvement
Monitoring teaching and learning standards across the school
Mentoring and supporting staff to deliver high-quality education
Engaging with parents, governors, and the wider school community
Delivering part-time teaching in a Year 4 classroom, if desired
Contributing to whole-school policy and planning initiatives
Qualifications / Experience
To be successful in this Assistant Head Teacher role, you should have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Proven experience in leadership or middle leadership within a primary school
Strong knowledge of curriculum development and assessment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
Right to work in the UK
Next Steps
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Assist in the integration of children with special needs into mainstream education
Facilitate pupil’s development and skills in the use of resources including IT
Plan and organise activities for children and support teachers in the completion of assessments and other pupil records
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by teachers
Attend training and staff meetings
Track the progress of pupils using available data; monitoring the impact of interventions and share this with the SENCO Team and other professionals
Support EHCP pupil’s as their keyworker and update paperwork accordingly
Other general duties and tasks that may be reasonably requested by the Head Teacher
Training:
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor
Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship is a fixed term 18 - 21 month contract, and at the end you will gain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. However the skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector
Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8.20am - 3.05pm and Wednesday - 8.20am - 4.05pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Manual Handling,Data Protection,Client Confidentiality,Respect for others,Empathy,Safeguarding,Flexibility,Resilience,Adaptable....Read more...
To work closely with children aged 0-5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as feeding, nappy changing and toileting
To work as part of a team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children
To plan, provide and support age-appropriate play opportunities in line with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care
To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care
To be a key person for an allocated number of children and their families
To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress
Provide an enabling environment that meets the needs of each unique individual child
To build and maintain positive relationships with parents/carers
To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures
To ensure confidentiality is adhered to at all times
To attend regular team meetings
To ensure standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
To attend additional training events and meetings as identified by the setting manager for training requirements
To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate
To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary by the setting manager
Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3
Training will include Paediatric First Aid Qualification
Training Outcome:
For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification
Employer Description:The nursery is owned and managed by Christina, who is a qualified teacher with 12 years teaching experience from reception to GCSE level. She has held numerous management positions within schools including deputy head teacher of a school in Dubai.
Due to Christina's background some parts of the nursery have a little bit of a school feel. The daily routine includes three adult lead experiences per day. These are high quality sessions which cater for your child's needs, their development and their interests. Due to our recent Ofsted inspection our adult lead time has been reduced to ensure free play is evident and we are encouraging learning through play throughout the day.
Each child will be monitored and assessed daily through observations and tracking. Parents receive regular (usually daily) observations through to their email.
We are registered with Ofsted, NDNA and ICO. Ofsted graded Tina's Tots (Registration Number 2524332) as Good in all areas in December 2022.
We believe that every child is unique and will grow at his or her own pace. Our staff spend time nurturing children’s strengths and encouraging them to reach new heights.
We embrace a learning environment that will prepare children for their first day of school and beyond. Play is now a massive part of the child's day however our staff use this time to model good language, sharing and caring and a good understanding of the world around them. Our children enjoy playing alongside and with staff as well as their peers.
We offer a full range of activities that foster your child’s individual growth and personal interests. All adult lead activities are planned in accordance with the EYFS, the interests and development needs of each child and the Birth to 5 matters outcomes. Although tracking of outcomes is no longer seen as a requirement we still complete them here to ensure children are learning and gaps in development are addressed.
We utilise the indoor and outdoor spaces to capture curiosity and growth. Each room has its own outdoor space, both of which have recently been developed.
We feel parental involvement is key to achieving the maximum potential for your child and always aim to keep open communications. Working together to ensure your child is happy, safe and developing to the best of their ability.
Each child is assigned a key worker, however all staff work with all children and build beautiful bonds for a happy and secure environment.
We promote a positive environment and attitude toward themselves and others. We provide children with opportunities to assist in the creation of and understand the rules and expectations and to do the right thing. Challenging and unwanted behaviour is dealt with in a fair calm manner - please see the behaviour policy and the challenging behaviour ladder.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6.00pm, Shifts to be confirmed at the interview.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To work under the guidance and instruction of SEND leaders to support the inclusion, learning and progress of students with SEND
To be assigned as key worker for a target cohort of pupils with SEND
To provide in class support under the direction of the subject teacher across a range of curriculum subjects and year groups
To communicate with parents of pupils with SEND including holding parental meetings and attendance at parents’ evenings as required
Key Tasks:
To support pupils with a range of special educational needs, removing barriers to learning
To work collaboratively with teachers to plan for the needs of pupils with SEND, ensuring that the curriculum is accessible so that pupils can make good progress
Monitors, evaluates and feeds back on pupil progress - collecting evidence and recording achievements
To communicate regularly with parents to plan, monitor and review provision and support for the target cohort
To plan, deliver, monitor, and review structured intervention programs covering cognition and learning, communication, and social and emotional needs
Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
Providing structure to pupils to enhance their participation in learning and to foster their independent learning skills
Adapting / differentiating activities and resources according to pupil responses and needs, including for those with special educational needs
To provide written feedback when requested about progress made by pupils you support
To keep written records of support provided to pupils within and outside of the classroom to be filed in the pupils’ records on a half termly basis
To contribute to assessing pupils’ progress and support them in assessing their own progress in line with the college teaching and learning policies and current strategies
The role may include toileting and changing children where appropriate, implementing related personal programmes including social, health, physical, and hygiene and welfare matters only after appropriate training has been undertaken
Promote self-esteem and independence amongst pupils
Promote good pupil behaviour, in line with school behaviour for learning policies
Establish constructive relationships with parents and carers, promoting the college home/liaison school policy
Generic Responsibilities:
Endeavour to maintain and develop the Roman Catholic character of the school in accordance with the directions given by the School Governors and subject thereto to those given by the Headteacher
Provide an education for the whole child and fostering in and through a Catholic atmosphere those qualities which will enable each individual to live happily and develop fully his or her intellectual, moral, physical, social, emotional and spiritual qualities
Key accountabilities:
To complete all assessment tasks, requirements and evidence within the given timescales
To work in liaison with the HLTA and Apprenticeship Assessor, acting on guidance and feedback in order to develop and improve own practice
To meet as instructed with the Apprenticeship Assessor and/or Internal Verifier
To fulfil all requirements of the Apprenticeship Programme.
To use allocated study time effectively to ensure progress towards program completion
Training:
Attend Oldham College one day per week
Training Outcome:
Full time employment
Any successful apprenticeship who demonstrates the ability and necessary skills to carry out the role of a Level 3 TA to a high standard, would be considered for any permanent vacancy that may arise in the school
This would be part of a further recruitment process
Employer Description:Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College is an inclusive 11-16 Roman Catholic Secondary school serving Oldham and the surrounding areas. At Newman College we strive to have the courage to celebrate and live our Christian faith, in love and service to all others, to achieve dignity and excellence.
The school is situated in a modern building with state-of-the-art facilities and enjoys excellent transport links. We are blessed to represent a ‘close-knit’, diverse and talented Catholic community that sees relationships with students and their families as integral to the success of every individual, as well as the belief that there are no limits to a child’s potential, irrespective of background.
As a Learning Support Assistant you must be fully committed to the college vision of “Dignity and Excellence” by upholding the college's Catholic ethos and the fundamental belief that students must achieve their full learning potential. Working Hours :Monday - Friday, Shift times to be confirmed.
(Term time) plus 5 days as directed by the Head teacher.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
