Assistant Headteacher

Ashlyns School, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3AH

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  17 April 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  23 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: £71,030.00 - £80,134.00 Annually (FTE) Leadership Scale 13 to 18 (Fringe Area)

Assistant Headteacher job summary

The Governors of Ashlyns School are looking to recruit an exceptional and ambitious Assistant Headteacher, who will work closely with the Headteacher, and wider leadership team, in all aspects of the operation of the school. The successful candidate will lead, manage and develop key strategic areas as part of this role.

Securing the right person with the motivation and leadership expertise is our paramount objective. As such, there is flexibility in determining the specific responsibilities in order to tailor the post to the successful candidate's strengths.

We would be delighted to show prospective applicants around the school and will be holding tours either side of the Easter break. Please book a place with our HR Officer, Clare Richardson, at hr@ashlyns.herts.sch.uk or 01442 863 605

Application Process

The section in italics below is taken from our School Improvement Plan. In their Personal Statement, applicants should outline how their experience to date has prepared them to lead others in delivering this at Ashlyns as part of the school’s senior leadership team.

At Ashlyns we want students to be happy and successful. Our guiding principle is for every child to have the best possible start in life and the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.

Our Staff and Governors aim to achieve this, leading by example, and by:

• Ensuring that academic achievement at Ashlyns is excellent

• Ensuring that the experiential side of life at Ashlyns is a priority for students. We believe this is fundamental in enriching and equipping well-rounded young adults prepared for life.

• Ensuring that Ashlyns students receive exceptional care. ‘The child’s needs come first’ is central to our model of pastoral support.

The school does not accept CVs. We use an anonymised shortlisting system to ensure a fair and unbiased process. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as the school reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.Ashlyns School is committed to a fully inclusive recruitment process. If you are a neurodivergent candidate or have any other disability, you are encouraged to contact the school to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require during the application, interview, or any other stage.

Safeguarding and Checks

Ashlyns School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted, your references will be taken up and an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence before the interview day. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to complete a Criminal Records Self-Declaration Form. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. For more information, please refer to our Safer Recruitment Policy and Child Protection Policy. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. For further information on criminal record self-declaration for roles that are eligible for standard or enhanced DBS checks please refer to Nacro guidance and the MoJ website.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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

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.

About Ashlyns School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1535 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ashlyns School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ashlyns-school

Ashlyns is an over-subscribed school which achieves excellent results at KS4 and KS5. We have fantastic facilities and a rich history and ethos - students and staff are incredibly proud of their school.

The successful candidate will be committed to raising achievement and delivering excellent teaching and learning. With great career opportunities and a dynamic environment for learning, we invite applications from NQTs as well as more experienced colleagues.

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