Assistant Headteacher

Thamesmead School, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 9EE

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  25 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  11 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: £69,332.00 - £76,481.00 Annually (FTE) L12 - L16

Assistant Headteacher job summary

We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the next stage of our school's development. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about high quality teaching, inclusive practice and outstanding outcomes for every student.

Working closesly with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in driving improvement, developing staff and ensuring that every student thrives both academically and personally.

The precise responsibilities of the role reflect the strengths and expertise of the successul candidate, but may include leadership of areas such as:

- Teachin g and Learning

- Assissment, progress tracking and data analysis

- Curriculum planning and Timetabling

- Safeguarding and student welfare

- Inclusion and SEND

- Progress of disadvantaged students

- Attendance and pastoral systems

- Development of ICT and e-safety

- Development of Numeracy

As Assistant Headteacher, you will lead by example, inspire staff and students, and help create an environment where excellent teaching, strong relationships and high expectations underpin everything we do.

We are looking for a leader who:

* Has a proven track record of improving teaching and learning

* Is passionate about raising achievement for all students

* Can analyse data effectively to drive improvement

* Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing

* Is able to motivate, coach and develop colleagues

* Builds strong relationships with staff, students, parents and the wider community

* Brings energy, clarity and strategic thinking to school leadership

You will join a school that is:

* Committed to high expectations and continuous improvement

* Focused on professional development and leadership growth

* Driven by a shared belief that every student can succeed

*Supported by a dedicated staff team and engaged community

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring or existing senior leader to make a signficant impact and help shape the future of our school.

If you are ready to lead with purpose, inspire others and transform outcomes for young people we would love to hear from you.

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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 Thamesmead School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Thamesmead School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thamesmead-school

The school is situated to the West of London with good rail and road access. Our location means our staff enjoy living in areas such as West and South West London, Surrey and Berkshire making fantastic choices for city, suburban or rural living available.

Thamesmead is a vibrant and successful school. In 2019 our students gained strong GCSE results. 85% of students gained a 4 grade or higher in English and Maths and 58% of students achieved a grade 5 or higher in English and Maths. 83% achieved 5 GCSEs or more graded at 4 or above.

"Pupils behave well, are co-operative and respectful towards their teachers and each other. Strong leadership aims to ensure that the school provides the best possible standards of teaching and learning."- Ofsted.

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