Assistant Head Teacher (Learning Provision)
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HA11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
22 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £60,145.00 - £66,368.00 Annually (FTE) Leadership Range: L7 to L11
Assistant Head Teacher (Learning Provision) job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational and aspirational leader to join Cumbria Education Trust in the position of Assistant Headteacher. Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is seeking an exceptional leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for inclusion, safeguarding, behaviour, attendance and wellbeing. This is a key strategic role at the heart of our rapidly improving school. They will play a key role in developing and driving the academic provision and shaping learning across the Trust. In return, CET can offer a competitive salary, training & support and opportunities for career progression within the Trust.
We are looking for an inspiring, dedicated professional with a strong track record in raising standards, leading teams and driving whole‑school culture. As Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will shape a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. You will lead behaviour systems, restorative practice, SEND provision, and the wider pastoral offer, ensuring our values are lived consistently across the school.
If you are passionate about improving life chances, committed to high expectations, and ready to contribute to a vibrant school community with an exciting future, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is firmly rooted in the community it serves and has a long, proud tradition of educating and inspiring local young people. As part of Cumbria Education Trust, the school is led with a shared vision, honesty and purpose. It is a rapidly improving school with an exciting future, committed to creating a vibrant, innovative and inspiring learning environment that maximises the potential of every child and the wider community.
It is our vision to provide an education for every pupil at Kirkby Stephen Grammar School, enriching their life chances and nurturing their potential.
We are looking for an inspirational leader who will provide professional leadership and support. With a clear focus on ensuring high quality education for all pupils and students, the candidate will secure success through developing excellent standards of learning, behaviour and achievement.
If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.
Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening,including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. KSGS is an equal opportunities employer.Member of the South Lakes Federation.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 388 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Kirkby Stephen Grammar School website
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