Average Assistant Headteacher salary in the UK

Join a vibrant and supportive school community at St Clare’s Catholic Primary School as a Headteacher, where your leadership and passion for education will inspire the next generation. Make a meaningful impact in a role that truly matters. HeadteacherBradford, BD2 3JD Full time, starting September 2025Leadership Scale L15-L21 (£70,293 - £81,441) Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK St Clare’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 17 primary and 2 secondary schools. Our mission is to provide exceptional Catholic education where every individual is cherished as a child of God. We are a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious school dedicated to academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development. With a recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, St Clare’s is on an upward trajectory, striving to enrich the lives of its students and the wider community. The Role We are looking for an inspirational Headteacher who will lead by example, driving forward improvement and fostering a love of learning in our vibrant school community. Key Responsibilities: Lead the strategic direction and development of the school.Be a role model of outstanding teaching and leadership.Foster an inclusive environment where all children feel valued.Support the spiritual and academic growth of staff and pupils.Work collaboratively with the Trust and wider community.Ensure effective use of resources to achieve the best outcomes.Develop and implement strategies for school improvement. Benefits At St Clare’s, we value our staff and offer a range of benefits to support your professional and personal growth: 24/7 GP Service: Access to virtual medical consultations.Employee Assistance Programme: Mental health support and counselling.Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your leadership skills.Vivup Lifestyle Benefits: Discounts on high street brands.Pension Scheme.Regular Networking Days.Supportive Work Environment.Annual Staff Awards: Recognition for your achievements and impact. The Ideal Candidate You are a visionary leader with a passion for Catholic education and a commitment to nurturing each child’s potential. About you: Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education.Proven senior leadership experience in a primary school setting.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong strategic and financial planning abilities.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting well-being.NPQH or equivalent qualification is desirable.Experience working within a Trust or multi-school setting is desirable. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and the community we serve. Apply now! How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Closing Date: 27th January 2025 Interviews:  7th February 2025 Other suitable skills and experience include Principal, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, Director of Education, Educational Leader, School Administrator, Curriculum Specialist, SEN Coordinator, Educational Consultant, Academic Manager.

Inspire the Future as Headteacher at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School! Lead a vibrant school on a journey of excellence. Join our passionate community, where every child matters. HeadteacherKeighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 3SE Full time, starting September 2025Permanent positionPay Scale L15-L21 (£70,293 to £81,441) Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust, a thriving network of 17 primary and two secondary schools. Together, we work as a family of schools dedicated to providing excellent Catholic education. St Anne’s has recently achieved a "Good" rating from Ofsted and continues to strive for excellence. Our school community welcomes children of all faiths and is committed to fostering spiritual, moral, social, and academic growth. The Role As Headteacher, you will build upon the school's recent success, providing inspiring leadership and a clear vision for the future. This is a unique opportunity to drive improvement, mentor talented staff, and nurture the potential of every child. Key responsibilities: Lead by example, embodying excellence in teaching and leadership.Foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration.Enhance the skills and practices of the staff team through development and mentoring.Promote the academic, social, and spiritual growth of all pupils.Build effective partnerships with parents, carers, and the local community.Work with the Trust to uphold high standards of governance and accountability.Ensure the safeguarding and well-being of all pupils and staff. Benefits We value and support our staff with a range of excellent benefits, including: Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 mental health support and telephone counselling.24/7 GP Service: Virtual GP appointments and medical advice.Professional Development Opportunities: Access to outstanding training and growth.Lifestyle Benefits: Discounts through Vivup.Positive Work Environment: A culture of belonging and recognition.Pension Scheme.Staff Awards. The Ideal Candidate We are seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about Catholic education and committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. About you: Qualified Teacher Status and recent senior leadership experience.Ambitious standards for pupils and staff, promoting excellence.A collaborative approach to building partnerships with the community.Strong strategic, communication, and organisational skills.A practicing Catholic faith (essential). Join us in making a lasting difference to the lives of our children, staff, and the community! How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Closing Date: 24th January 2025 Other suitable skills and experience include Head of School, Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, School Principal, Education Leader, Curriculum Leader, Learning and Development Lead, Faith School Leader, Primary School Head, Senior Leadership in Education.

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher with experience and a passion for ensuring children with SEND receive their full education entitlement. You will drive high quality curriculum practice and teaching, learning and assessment across the secondary department within the academy, working closely with the Deputy Headteacher. Our partner is a specialist all-through school in Peterborough, who cater to pupils with EHCP's in place predominantly for Autism, SEMH, Mild and Complex Learning Disabilities. The school is on a rapid improvement journey and the new leadership team are working hard to ensure students receive the best education possible, so this is a great time to be joining where you can play a vital role in school improvement. The incoming senior leader: is excited about providing the very best education for students with complex special educational needs and has significant experience of working with autistic studentsis passionate about developing an aspirational curriculum which is adapted to the needs of individuals and focuses on what’s really important.has experience of developing a curriculum for students who are working significantly below age-related expectations and using teaching strategies which are appropriation for neuro-diverse learnersis able to inspire leaders, teachers and support staff to use a range of evidence-based teaching strategies and is committed to supporting the professional development of their team??is able to collaborate with the team of professionals working around the students and engage with stakeholders including therapists, the Local Authority and care workers?can contribute to the vision, organisation and academy improvement to ensure a high level of performancehas an effective leadership style that encourages innovation and confidence and builds a positive culture amongst staff?can build positive relationships with staff, students and families alike?is able to demonstrate the values that underpin our approach to supporting students?? Your application should demonstrate your experience, commitment, knowledge and passion for working with children with SEND and Autism, along with a willingness and enthusiasm to contribute further to the wider life and ethos of the school. The successful applicant must be committed to their own professional development and be willing to engage in training opportunities and will be required to teach the whole 4-16 age range. Applicants are invited to arrange a visit to school, please apply now to be contacted or call Reed Cambridge to speak with your local consultant Sophie Lamont.