Assistant Headteacher- Fixed Term Contract

Oxhey Wood Primary School, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 7SL

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  8 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  19 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: Dependent on Experience

Assistant Headteacher- Fixed Term Contract job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner who combines excellent classroom teaching with a passion for school improvement and leadership. The successful candidate will lead by example, inspiring colleagues and pupils alike through high-quality teaching, strong relationships and a relentless focus on achieving the best outcomes for every child.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school whilst maintaining responsibility for a UKS2 class. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who are enthusiastic about making a whole-school impact and contributing to the continued development of our curriculum, teaching and learning.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced teacher with a proven record of securing strong pupil progress and outcomes.
• Has successful leadership experience or is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
• Is passionate about raising standards and improving opportunities for all children.
• Has high expectations of achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Works collaboratively and positively with colleagues, parents and the wider community.
• Can motivate and inspire others through their professionalism, expertise and enthusiasm.

We can offer:

• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic, caring and eager to learn.
• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Opportunities to influence whole-school improvement and development.
• High-quality professional development and leadership support.
• A school community that values innovation, collaboration and staff wellbeing.

If you are an exceptional classroom practitioner and aspiring or experienced leader who is ready to make a significant contribution to our school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

****We reserve the right to assess and interview suitable candidates as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged. ****

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 Oxhey Wood Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 387 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Oxhey Wood Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oxhey-wood-primary-school-watford

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