Assistant Headteacher

Wyburns Primary School, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7PE

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  8 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £51,773.00 - £55,747.00 Annually (Actual)

Assistant Headteacher job summary

A Rare Opportunity to Join our Unique School

Are you an exceptional KS1 practitioner who is genuinely motivated to nurture and challenge every child so that each can flourish in their own unique way?

If so, then we would love to hear from you!

Wyburns Primary School is delighted to offer this position in our dedicated team who put every learner’s individuality, curiosity and dignity at the forefront.

This truly is a unique opportunity to be part of ‘Schools For Every Child’, a successful, supportive and collaborative academy that is fully committed to our shared moral rooting, and vision and values, whilst maintaining school level autonomy and individuality. Truly very rare and very special!

As a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, we are looking for an ambitious, inspiring professional with the knowledge, skills, drive and creativity to nurture children so that each can flourish in their own unique way.

The successful candidate will:

Be proactive and have a positive attitude

Be committed to helping every learner flourish

Be committed to our values of being altruistic, pioneering and ethical

Be confident, calm, dedicated and flexible

Be able to build highly effective relationships

Be a team player

Applications Close: 8th July 2026

Date of Interviews: 15th July 2026

Wyburns Primary School is part of Schools For Every Child Multi-Academy Trust.

We can offer you the opportunity to work with:

A forward thinking organisation that values innovation, inclusivity, and staff personal and professional growth

A Trust that values staff wellbeing

Highly committed and supportive colleagues

A supportive and friendly community

Outstanding, collaborative partnerships across our trust schools

Extensive CPD opportunities

Recognition of long service

Recognition of continuous service

Flexible working arrangements

Private Health Cash Plan

Please apply online at www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk, we do not accept CV applications via email.

For further information please visit our school website www.wyburns.org and our Trust website www.schoolsforeverychild.org.uk

Discussions with prospective candidates are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a tour of our school with the Headteacher please contact our HR Team via email hr@schoolsforeverychild.org

Information about Wyburns Primary School

Wyburns are a one form entry primary school set in extensive and impressive grounds in the heart of Rayleigh.

Schools for Every Child Multi Academy Trust comprises three exceptional schools, each with its own character and strengths. Our diverse educational environments offer a range of opportunities for both students and staff. Whether you're passionate about early education, secondary school, or special needs education, you'll find your place within our trust.

When you join Schools for Every Child, you become a part of an organisation that values the uniqueness of every child and believes in fostering their brilliance, guiding them in their exploration of the world, and cultivating respect for themselves and others. If you're looking for an employer that is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and provides comprehensive support for its staff, Schools for Every Child is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future of education.

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

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 Wyburns Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 185 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wyburns Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wyburns-primary-school

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