Assistant Headteacher
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,317.00 to £62,496.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | SW19 3NY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ASSISTANTHEADTE-260109-3071 |
Summary
Assistant Headteacher | Empower Learning & Inspire Excellence in Merton
Step into a pivotal leadership post as Assistant Headteacher at a trailblazing, high-performing secondary school in the heart of Merton. This exceptional opportunity is crafted for an ambitious, dynamic leader ready to influence school-wide strategy, champion innovative teaching, and elevate outcomes for pupils across the board. We’re searching for a visionary Assistant Headteacher who blends scholarly rigour with inspirational drive – someone ready to make a lasting imprint alongside an outstanding senior leadership team.
As Assistant Headteacher, you’ll experience rapid professional growth, entrusted with transformative responsibilities rarely available elsewhere. Our commitment to collaboration fosters a culture where excellence thrives, and aspiring leaders are empowered to accelerate their impact. With Outstanding facilities, robust CPD pathways, and a values-led ethos, you’ll hone your leadership in an environment that cultivates talent and rewards initiative.
Key Highlights:
• Assistant Headteacher – strategic whole-school leadership
• Inner London MPS-UPS (£40,317-£62,496) per annum
• Prime Merton location with fantastic transport links
• School Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – acclaimed for improvement & innovation
• Accelerated CPD and bespoke leadership coaching
• Suits outstanding teachers aspiring to SLT, or proven middle leaders
• State-of-the-art classrooms and digital resources
• Diverse community committed to academic and personal excellence
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Shaping and delivering an ambitious vision for teaching and learning
• Leading on school improvement priorities alongside the Headteacher
• Mentoring and developing staff; sharing best practice
• Analysing performance data to drive achievement across key stages
• Championing inclusivity, pastoral support, and high expectations for all
• Engaging with parents, governors, and the local community
Ideal Assistant Headteacher for this Merton School:
• Proven record of outstanding classroom practice
• UK-trained with QTS and robust leadership experience
• Relentless drive for standards and improvement
• Visionary, innovative, and solution-focused
• Natural communicator with gravitas and warmth
• References grading you as Good or Outstanding
• Passionate about whole-school impact
Why Join This Merton School?:
• Step into a vibrant, high-achieving academic community
• Direct access to dedicated leadership CPD and mentoring
• Participate in a culture of aspiration, respect, and inclusion
• Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and collaborative practice
• Ambitious, supportive Governing Body and Headteacher
• Exceptional pathways for career progression and growth
Seize the chance to be Assistant Headteacher in a transformational Merton school. Influence hundreds of lives, craft your leadership legacy, and help shape the future of education. Application review begins immediately – elevate your career and apply now!
Step into a pivotal leadership post as Assistant Headteacher at a trailblazing, high-performing secondary school in the heart of Merton. This exceptional opportunity is crafted for an ambitious, dynamic leader ready to influence school-wide strategy, champion innovative teaching, and elevate outcomes for pupils across the board. We’re searching for a visionary Assistant Headteacher who blends scholarly rigour with inspirational drive – someone ready to make a lasting imprint alongside an outstanding senior leadership team.
As Assistant Headteacher, you’ll experience rapid professional growth, entrusted with transformative responsibilities rarely available elsewhere. Our commitment to collaboration fosters a culture where excellence thrives, and aspiring leaders are empowered to accelerate their impact. With Outstanding facilities, robust CPD pathways, and a values-led ethos, you’ll hone your leadership in an environment that cultivates talent and rewards initiative.
Key Highlights:
• Assistant Headteacher – strategic whole-school leadership
• Inner London MPS-UPS (£40,317-£62,496) per annum
• Prime Merton location with fantastic transport links
• School Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – acclaimed for improvement & innovation
• Accelerated CPD and bespoke leadership coaching
• Suits outstanding teachers aspiring to SLT, or proven middle leaders
• State-of-the-art classrooms and digital resources
• Diverse community committed to academic and personal excellence
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Shaping and delivering an ambitious vision for teaching and learning
• Leading on school improvement priorities alongside the Headteacher
• Mentoring and developing staff; sharing best practice
• Analysing performance data to drive achievement across key stages
• Championing inclusivity, pastoral support, and high expectations for all
• Engaging with parents, governors, and the local community
Ideal Assistant Headteacher for this Merton School:
• Proven record of outstanding classroom practice
• UK-trained with QTS and robust leadership experience
• Relentless drive for standards and improvement
• Visionary, innovative, and solution-focused
• Natural communicator with gravitas and warmth
• References grading you as Good or Outstanding
• Passionate about whole-school impact
Why Join This Merton School?:
• Step into a vibrant, high-achieving academic community
• Direct access to dedicated leadership CPD and mentoring
• Participate in a culture of aspiration, respect, and inclusion
• Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and collaborative practice
• Ambitious, supportive Governing Body and Headteacher
• Exceptional pathways for career progression and growth
Seize the chance to be Assistant Headteacher in a transformational Merton school. Influence hundreds of lives, craft your leadership legacy, and help shape the future of education. Application review begins immediately – elevate your career and apply now!