Assistant Headteacher

Hagbourne Church of England Primary School, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 9LR

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Leadership scale 4-8

Assistant Headteacher job summary

• Hagbourne CE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and inspirational Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team.

  This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented leader who is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for all children. Working alongside the Headteacher and leaders from Ridgeway Education Trust (RET), you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school, driving school improvement and ensuring that every child thrives academically, socially and emotionally.

  At Hagbourne, our vision and values underpin everything we do. We are proud of our nurturing and inclusive community where children are encouraged to 'be the best that they can be'. We are looking for a leader who shares our commitment to excellence, inclusion and the wellbeing of every member of our school community.

  The successful candidate will:

  • Support the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and management of the school. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the School Development Plan. Promote high standards of teaching, learning and assessment across the school. Lead and support school improvement initiatives to secure the best possible outcomes for all pupils. Champion inclusion and ensure that all children are supported to achieve their full potential. Foster a positive school culture where pupils feel safe, valued, respected and motivated to succeed. Work collaboratively with staff to build a strong team culture and promote professional development. Monitor, evaluate and develop school practice through lesson visits, pupil voice activities, data analysis and quality assurance processes. Undertake the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) ensuring safeguarding systems, procedures and practices are robust and effective. Contribute to safeguarding leadership, including working with families and external agencies to promote the welfare and safety of pupils. Support the monitoring and improvement of pupil attendance and contribute to strategies that remove barriers to attendance. Work closely with parents and carers to build strong, positive partnerships that support children's wellbeing and achievement. Support behaviour and pastoral systems, ensuring a consistent and restorative approach across the school. Play a key role in preparing for external accountability processes, including Ofsted and SIAMS inspections.

  Practicalities:

  • The role will include both leadership and teaching responsibilities. The successful candidate will be released from class for two days per week to undertake leadership duties. They will teach for the remaining days, maintaining a strong classroom presence and modelling excellent practice. The post is paid on the Leadership Scale L4-L8 depending on experience.

  We are looking for someone who:

  • Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of high-quality teaching and learning. Has a proven commitment to securing strong outcomes for all pupils. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and a strong moral purpose. Has the interpersonal skills to inspire, motivate and support colleagues. Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community. Has a thorough understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and is committed to ensuring all children are safe and supported. Is solution-focused, resilient and able to approach challenges with positivity and determination. Has high expectations for behaviour, attendance and achievement. Can contribute effectively to whole-school leadership and school improvement. Shares and promotes the Christian vision and values of our school.

  Why join us?

  At Hagbourne CE Primary School, you will:

  • Be part of a supportive and ambitious leadership team. Have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families. Work within a caring and inclusive school community where relationships are at the heart of what we do. Benefit from high-quality professional development through Ridgeway Education Trust. Play a key role in shaping the future direction of the school.

  Visits and application

  Visits to our lovely school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office, office@hagbourne.school, to arrange a visit and see the school in action.

  Applications will be considered on a rolling bases, so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response.

  Please note: This job description is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties undertaken by the Assistant Headteacher. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, as directed by the Headteacher.

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.

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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 Hagbourne Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 205 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hagbourne Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hagbourne-church-of-england-primary-school-didcot

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