Assistant Head Teacher

Whiteheath Infant & Nursery School, Ruislip, Middlesex, HA4 7RF

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  11 April 2025 at 3pm

• Date listed

  14 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £58,892 - £64,592

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will:

• Demonstrate expert knowledge of EYFS and KS1 and be an outstanding classroom teacher who leads by example.
• Take responsibility for curriculum design, assessment, and timetabling across the school to ensure the best learning experiences for all pupils.
• Have exceptional behaviour management skills and a deep understanding of SEN, promoting our ‘Curious Not Furious’ approach to supporting all children.
• Play a key role in strategic leadership, contributing to school improvement and understanding the realities of budget restrictions while making informed, impactful decisions.
• Be proactive, fun, and innovative, driving forward positive change and ensuring our school continues to develop and thrive.
• Deputise for the Headteacher when required, maintaining high standards of professionalism and leadership at all times.
• Maintain classroom teaching responsibilities, ensuring a strong connection to the day-to-day experiences of pupils and staff.
• Embody and promote the qualities expected of an Assistant Headteacher, fostering a professional, supportive, and aspirational school culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate and experienced educator with strong leadership skills.
• A track record of excellent classroom practice and raising pupil outcomes.
• A deep understanding of EYFS and KS1 curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
• A strategic thinker who can balance high aspirations with the realities of budget constraints.
• A team player who is enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and solution-focused.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and collaborative team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A school that values creativity, innovation, and a love of learning.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.

If you are ready to take on this exciting leadership role and make a lasting impact at Whiteheath Infant and Nursery School, we’d love to hear from you!Join us in shaping a bright future for our pupils – Apply today!

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About Whiteheath Infant & Nursery School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 262 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Whiteheath Infant & Nursery School website
• Email address: office@whiteheath-inf.hillingdon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01895630262
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whiteheath-infant-nursery-school

At Whiteheath Infant and Nursery School, we pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. We are a school that values curiosity, creativity, and a child-centred approach to education. Our vision is to inspire lifelong learners and equip our children with the skills and knowledge to thrive.

Arranging a visit to Whiteheath Infant & Nursery School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@whiteheath-inf.hillingdon.sch.uk.

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