Assistant Headteacher
Weeke Primary School, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6DR12 days remaining to apply
Earliest start date
13 April 2026
Latest start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
9 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 January 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
- Part time: Part Time 3 Days a week - felxibility to suit candidate and needs of the school.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- FTE £57,137 - £63,070
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a dynamic leader looking to make a profound impact in a school where children are at the heart of everything? Weeke Primary School is a popular, vibrant and innovative 2-form entry school on the edge of Winchester. Following a recent inspection that suggests we "might be outstanding" if a graded inspection were held today, we are seeking a highly skilled individual to join our Leadership Team as an Assistant Headteacher.
The Role
As a pivotal member of the school’s Leadership Team, you will work alongside the Headteacher to strategically develop SEN(D) policy and provision. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing the day-to-day operation of SEN(D) support, including the SEN(D) register and provision maps.
- Providing professional guidance to colleagues on the "graduated approach" and differentiated teaching.
- Coordinating EHCP processes and acting as the primary point of contact for external agencies.
- Line managing and inspiring our team of Learning Support Assistants to ensure high-quality performance.
- Securing excellent outcomes to ensure pupils with SEN(D) remain successful learners.
About You
We are looking for an experienced or aspiring Assistant Headteacher who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with at least five years of experience.
- Possesses the NASENCO qualification or has the desire and commitment to undertake it.
- Is an excellent classroom teacher with a proven ability to meet a range of individual needs.
- Has strong professional knowledge of the SEN(D) Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrates sensitivity, integrity, and enthusiasm when working with families and "hard to reach" parents.
- Is a strategic thinker with the personal presence to initiate and manage change.
What the school offers its staff
At Weeke, we care passionately about our staff and offer a nurturing atmosphere with a "village community feel". Benefits include:
- A commitment to your professional development.
- Access to resources, including a dedicated music room, library, and expansive outdoor space.
- A supportive environment where leaders and governors actively consider staff workload and well-being.
Further information about the job
Application Details
Visits to our school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. To arrange an appointment and for an application pack, please contact Katie Clayton, School Business Manager on (k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk) or 01962 882710
Safeguarding Statement:
Weeke Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and other relevant employment checks
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 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.
About Weeke Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 390 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Weeke Primary School website
- Email address
- k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01962882710
Arranging a visit to Weeke Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk.
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