Average Assistant Headteacher salary in the UK

Lead a Catholic school with heart, purpose and real potential, shaping lasting improvement for pupils, staff and the wider community.HEADTEACHERThe Holy Family Catholic School, KeighleySalary: Leadership Scale L24 to L30, £94,346 to £109,288, subject to the September 2026 pay awardContract: Full time, permanentStart date: January 2027Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 21 September 2026“Serve the Lord with gladness.” Psalm 100:2The Holy Family Catholic School is seeking an inspirational, practising Catholic Headteacher to lead the school into its next chapter.Holy Family is a mixed 11 to 16 secondary school serving the parishes and communities of Keighley, Haworth, Skipton and the surrounding areas.Our Catholic faith is at the heart of school life. Through our mission of Awakening Minds, Achieving Dreams and Serving Others, we aim to ensure every young person flourishes academically, spiritually and personally.This is an opportunity to lead meaningful and lasting improvement. The school has clear priorities around teaching, curriculum delivery, pupil outcomes, attendance and behaviour. It also has important strengths upon which to build. Pupils feel safe and supported, safeguarding is effective, reading is a priority and pupils with special educational needs and disabilities are supported well.You will be supported by a committed Board of Directors, an experienced staff team, active parent and parish communities, a structured senior leadership team and the wider expertise of Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust.THE ROLEAs Headteacher, you will provide visible, compassionate and courageous leadership rooted in the Catholic faith and mission of the school.Your priorities will include:Strengthening the Catholic life, ethos and mission of the schoolRaising expectations and improving outcomes for every pupilEstablishing consistent, high quality teaching and an ambitious curriculumDeveloping excellent behaviour, attendance, inclusion and personal responsibilityUsing evidence and data to lead and evaluate school improvementDeveloping colleagues and building a strong, accountable leadership cultureEnsuring effective safeguarding, governance, financial and operational managementThe school’s leadership structure is organised around Standards and Outcomes, Curriculum and Organisation, and Culture and Attendance. Each area is led by an Assistant Vice Principal, providing clear responsibilities and a strong foundation for improvement.ABOUT YOUApplications are welcomed from serving Headteachers and successful Deputy Headteachers who are ready to take the next step in Catholic school leadership.You will be a practising Catholic who combines faith, strategic vision and high expectations with humility, courage and compassion.You will bring:Qualified Teacher Status and an appropriate degreeSuccessful senior leadership and management experience within a schoolNPQH or relevant senior leadership developmentEvidence of leading school improvement and raising standardsA strong understanding of curriculum, teaching, assessment and pastoral careExperience of developing colleagues and effective leadership teamsThe resilience and judgement to lead successfully through changeThis is a reserved senior leadership post. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church.WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUAn excellent pension schemeSupport from an experienced Trust Central Team and Catholic school leadersExcellent professional development and termly learning daysEmployee Assistance Programme and mental health supportAccess to a 24 hour GP and registered nurse serviceAccess to Blue Light Card savingsAnnual staff awardsThe opportunity to make a lasting difference to a school and its communityBCWCAT currently comprises 17 primary schools and two secondary schools, with planned diocesan changes creating wider opportunities for collaboration and professional development.WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY?Apply through the job board with your CV. The recruitment team will review your application and contact closely matched candidates for an initial confidential conversation.Suitable candidates will then receive the applicant information pack, CES Senior Leadership Application Form and supporting documents. Your CV supports the initial review but does not replace the formal application form.The school and Trust will manage formal shortlisting and interviews and contact candidates directly about the next steps.Any offer will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.Completed formal applications close at 9.00am on Monday 21 September 2026, so early applications are encouraged.Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. No recruitment agencies, please.Relevant job titles may include Head Teacher, Secondary School Headteacher, Catholic Headteacher, Academy Headteacher, Head of School, School Principal, Academy Principal, Executive Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Deputy Principal, Vice Principal, Senior School Leader or Senior Education Leader.

Lead one of the region’s largest Catholic colleges, combining faith, scale and ambition to shape the future of nearly 1,800 young people.HEADTEACHERSt Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College, BradfordSalary: Leadership Scale L37 to L43, £129,730 to £148,829, subject to the September 2026 pay awardContract: Full time, permanentStart date: January 2027Closing date: 12.00 noon on Monday 21 September 2026Lead with Faith. Inspire Excellence. Shape the Future.The Board of Directors is seeking an exceptional, practising Catholic Headteacher to lead St Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College through its next exciting phase.St Bede’s and St Joseph’s is a large and distinctive Catholic College serving approximately 1,800 students aged 11 to 18 across two Bradford sites. Ignis supports students at Key Stage 3, while Ardor serves Key Stage 4. Our thriving St Benedict’s Sixth Form provides more than 40 courses for approximately 400 students.Our mission, Christus Lumen Gentium, Christ, Light of the Nations, is brought to life through our commitment to academic development, faith, community, participation and experience.The College is experiencing sustained improvement, with GCSE and A Level outcomes rising over recent years. The latest Ofsted inspection recognised the strength of our post 16 provision, positive behaviour, inclusive curriculum, strong governance and high staff morale. The Catholic Schools Inspectorate judged the College Good overall, with Outstanding Catholic Life and Mission.This is a rare opportunity to lead a successful and ambitious Catholic College, build upon firm foundations and raise standards and outcomes even further.THE ROLEAs Headteacher, you will provide strategic, visible and faith filled leadership across both College sites.Your priorities will include:Placing Christ at the centre of College lifeEstablishing a compelling vision for the next stage of the College’s developmentRaising aspirations and improving outcomes for every studentEnsuring consistently excellent teaching across all subjects and phasesBuilding upon the strength and success of the Sixth FormDeveloping an ambitious, inclusive culture in which students and colleagues can flourishInspiring, developing and empowering a talented staff teamEnsuring effective safeguarding, governance, financial and operational managementABOUT YOUYou will be an accomplished Catholic school leader with the strategic vision, resilience and emotional intelligence to lead a large and complex College.You will bring:Qualified Teacher Status and an appropriate degreeSuccessful senior leadership and management experience within a schoolNPQH or relevant senior leadership developmentA strong record of leading sustained school improvementExtensive knowledge of curriculum, teaching, assessment and pastoral careExperience of developing effective leadership teamsStrong financial, organisational and governance knowledgeThe confidence and judgement to lead successfully across two sitesThis is a reserved senior leadership post. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church.WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUA vibrant Catholic community with a distinctive identity and missionRespectful, ambitious students who are proud of their CollegeDedicated and talented staff with high moraleA strong senior leadership structure and House systemSupport from the Trust Central Team, Board and Diocese of LeedsExcellent professional development and leadership networksAn excellent pension schemeEmployee Assistance Programme and mental health supportAccess to a 24 hour GP and registered nurse serviceThe opportunity to shape one of the region’s largest Catholic CollegesPlanned changes across the Diocese of Leeds will create further opportunities for professional development and collaboration across a larger family of Catholic schools.WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY?Apply through the job board with your CV. The recruitment team will review your application and contact closely matched candidates for an initial confidential conversation.Suitable candidates will then receive the applicant information pack, CES Senior Leadership Application Form and supporting documents. Your CV supports the initial review but does not replace the formal application form.The College and Trust will manage formal shortlisting and interviews, contacting candidates directly about the next steps.Any offer will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.Completed formal applications close at 12.00 noon on Monday 21 September 2026, so early applications are encouraged.Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. No recruitment agencies, please.Relevant job titles may include Head Teacher, Secondary School Headteacher, Catholic Headteacher, College Headteacher, Executive Headteacher, Head of School, School Principal, College Principal, Academy Principal, Deputy Headteacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Deputy Principal, Vice Principal, Senior School Leader or Senior Education Leader.

Headteacher (0.8 FTE - 4 Days per Week)Leadership Scale (Negotiable, Dependent on Experience)Start Date: September 2026Location: Kettering, NorthamptonshireTradewind Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively with a welcoming and ambitious primary school in Kettering to recruit an outstanding Headteacher for a September 2026 start.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Headteacher or an accomplished Assistant Headteacher who is ready to take the next step into headship. If you are a passionate, strategic leader with the vision and drive to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.The role is offered on a 0.8 FTE basis (4 days per week), providing an excellent opportunity to lead a dedicated school community while benefiting from a flexible working pattern.We are looking for a leader who:Has a clear vision for delivering an exceptional primary education.Can inspire, motivate and develop staff to achieve the highest standards.Has a proven track record of improving outcomes and driving school improvement.Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community.Leads with integrity, resilience and compassion.Has a thorough understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.We warmly welcome applications from experienced Assistant Headteachers who are ready to progress into their first Headship and can demonstrate the leadership skills, ambition and strategic thinking required to lead a successful primary school.The school offers:Enthusiastic, caring pupils who enjoy learning.A committed and supportive staff team.An engaged Governing Body with a shared vision for the future.Strong partnerships with parents and the local community.A positive and inclusive school culture.A flexible 4-day working week.School visits are encouraged and can be arranged through Tradewind Recruitment.The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks.For a confidential discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Tradewind Recruitment, who are managing this vacancy exclusively. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged as suitable applications are received.#INDNOR