Assistant Headteacher
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 January 2026 |
| Location: | Oldham, OL4 5AT |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75774091 |
Summary
St Thomas’ Leesfield C of E Primary School
Assistant Headteacher
Ref: 001212
Contract: Permanent
Grade: Leadership 1-5
Work Pattern: Full-time as per Teachers Pay and Conditions
Based: Thomas Street, Lees, Oldham OL4 5AT
Closing Date: Monday 19th January 2026 (5pm)
Interview Date: Tuesday 27th January 2026
Contact for Recruitment Queries: Mr James Whittaker.
Visits to school are welcome.
The Governors of St Thomas’ Leesfield C of E Primary are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, inspirational, and outstanding Assistant Headteacher to join our committed and caring school family. We are looking for an experienced practitioner to join our leadership team, working alongside our aspirational Headteacher, to deliver excellence for all. The successful candidate will become an integral part of an established and dedicated team, that strives for the highest standards and expectations in all aspects of school life.
St Thomas’ Leesfield is a one-form entry Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School with classes from Reception to Year 6. We are also one of eight primary schools in Saddleworth and Lees that make up the Dovestone Learning Partnership Co-operative Trust (DLP). We are committed to working collaboratively for the benefit of everyone involved in our trust.
Applications to be returned to: head@leesfield.oldham.sch.uk
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