Assistant Headteacher
Studley High School, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7QX8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 May 2026 at 8am
Date listed
18 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L11 - L14
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher
Required for September 2026 – Full time , Permanent
L11— L14 — All applications considered
Closing date: 8am Tuesday 26th May 2026
Interviews: To Be Confirmed
Applications considered on submission. We reserve the right to close the advert if a suitable applicant is appointed. Early applications are advised
Assistant Headteacher – Achievement
Studley High School is seeking to appoint an exceptional and ambitious Assistant Headteacherto join our Senior Leadership Team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader to play a key role in shaping the achievement and outcomes of our students, building on our strong foundations and driving continuous improvement within an outstanding school defined by itsStudley DNA.
The successful candidate will take a strategic lead on student achievement, working across the school to ensure all students fulfil their potential and secure the highest possible outcomes.
At Studley High School, achievement sits alongside our commitment to developing young people who demonstrate respect, ambition and confidence, and who take full advantage of the opportunities available to them.
While achievement will be central, specific responsibilities will be shaped around the strengths and experience of the successful candidate.
The role will include:
*Leading on strategies to improve student achievement and progress across all key stages
*Using data intelligently to identify priorities, monitor impact and drive improvement
*Working with subject and pastoral leaders to secure consistently strong outcomes
*Contributing to the strategic leadership and development of the school
*Supporting the design of our broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum
The Candidate:
* We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, driven and reflective leaderwho:
* Has a strong track record of raising achievement and improving outcomes
* Demonstrates a deep understanding of school improvement and data-informed practice
* Maintains consistently high expectations of students and staff
* Has the ability to lead, motivate and influence colleagues
* Shows integrity, resilience and the capacity to deliver sustained impact
* Is fully aligned with and committed to promoting our Studley DNA
Informal enquiries and visits are welcomed, please contact:
Mrs Y Clarke—HR Manager
Further details and application form available on our website.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Studley High School?
Studley High School is a successful and ambitious school with a strong sense of community. We are proud of what we have achieved, but are relentless in our drive to improve further.
This role offers:
*The opportunity to shape a key area of whole-school leadership
*A collaborative and supportive Senior Leadership Team
*A school culture grounded in clear values and high expectations
*The chance to make a lasting difference to the life chances of our students
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Shires Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS check, a prohibition from teaching check and in accordance with our statutory obligations under KCSIE, Shires MAT is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on appointed candidates. This helps identify any incidents/issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the Shires
MAT might want to explore with you. The Trust is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Studley High School
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 829 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Studley High School website
- Email address
- swiggett@shs.shiresmat.org.uk
At Studley High School we believe that we can transform lives. We believe that every pupil is unique and has boundless potential to fulfil a happy and rewarding life. We go the extra mile in supporting the development and learning of every child and work as a united community to do the right things in the right way. We believe that we are a unique school and that success shines through, in so many ways, every day and we welcome you to join in that experience.
Studley High School is an outstanding 11 – 16 mixed Academy school with capacity for 835 students. It is a community where pupils care for one another and staff work tirelessly to support all pupils as they develop.
Arranging a visit to Studley High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email swiggett@shs.shiresmat.org.uk.
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