Assistant Headteacher

Tubbenden Primary School, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9SD

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  30 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday on site
• Contract type: Fixed term - Academic Year 2026-2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Outer London Pay Scale L4-L8

What skills and experience we're looking for

This post is available from September and would suit someone who is hardworking,dedicated and keen to work in an aspirational educational trust. Please refer to the recruitment pack for full details about the role and the JD/PS.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

● happy children with a positive attitude to learning;

● hardworking, dedicated colleagues working in a positive, supportive environment;

● supportive governors committed to the success of the school;

● an attractive learning environment in spacious, well maintained grounds;

● opportunities to be challenged and develop professionally

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

Inicio Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of appointment for post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as references.

The trust is committed to promoting and building a diverse and inclusive climate by extending diversity and inclusive awareness throughout our community. We aim to build and sustain a diverse and inclusive community where all individuals are appreciated and respected.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

IET - Assistant Headteacher - start date 1 September 2026.pdf - 2.29 MB (opens in new tab)

About Tubbenden Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 667 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tubbenden Primary School website
• Email address: HRPrimaries@iniciotrust.org
• Phone number: 01689487086
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tubbenden-primary-school-orpington

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Arranging a visit to Tubbenden Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HRPrimaries@iniciotrust.org.

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