Assistant Headteacher - Whatley Campus
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Mitcham/ Raynes Park, CR4 3BE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, ambitious and inspirational Assistant Headteacher to join our senior leadership team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for pupils and supporting the strategic development of the school. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and other senior leaders to drive school improvement, promote high standards of teaching and learning, and ensure that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of leadership and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and aspirational culture across the school.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the Headteacher in providing strategic leadership and management of the school.
• Lead on whole-school improvement priorities.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, ensuring effective interventions are in place.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Support the development, wellbeing and performance of staff.
• Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of all pupils remains paramount.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.
• Contribute to self-evaluation and school improvement planning.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a strong record of successful teaching and leadership experience.
• Demonstrates a commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Can inspire, motivate and support staff and pupils.
• Is resilient, innovative and solution-focused.
• Has a thorough understanding of current educational practice and statutory requirements.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
What the school offers its staff
We Offer
• An opportunity to make a significant contribution to the strategic direction of the school.
• A supportive and dedicated leadership team.
• Motivated pupils who are eager to learn.
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A positive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to employee wellbeing support and benefits.
• Onsite Gym
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.