Assistant Headteacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 8LJ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | cfb4c792-9490-4a26-a094-ab542c14632c |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Thringstone Primary School is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team and help shape the next stage of the school’s development.
This is a class-based leadership role for a strong, reflective teacher who wants to make a wider difference across the school while remaining firmly rooted in classroom practice. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Key Stage Leaders, supporting the day-to-day running of the school and leading agreed areas linked to teaching, behaviour and whole-school culture.
About Thringstone
Thringstone Primary School is a caring, inclusive village school with high expectations for every child. Our vision, Believe and Achieve Together, guides our daily work and reflects our belief that children thrive when relationships are strong, expectations are clear and learning is purposeful.
The role
This role is suitable for experienced teachers ready to step into senior leadership, as well as those with existing leadership experience.
As Assistant Headteacher, you will:
• Teach a class and model consistently strong, inclusive classroom practice.
• Work alongside the Headteacher and Key Stage Leaders to support the smooth, day-to-day running of the school.
• Lead agreed operational areas linked to teaching, learning, behaviour or organisation.
• Support staff and children with behaviour and pastoral needs, helping to maintain a calm, consistent and positive school culture.
• Have delegated responsibility to act on behalf of the Headteacher in agreed operational matters.
• Have regular release time to carry out leadership responsibilities effectively.
The successful candidate will bring the following skills and experience:
• Is a confident, reflective classroom teacher with high expectations.
• Has leadership experience and is keen to develop this further.
• Believes in fairness, consistency and inclusive practice.
• Is calm, approachable and solution-focused.
• Has a secure understanding of safeguarding and is willing to undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Shares our values and is committed to supporting every child to succeed.
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive, welcoming staff team who work well together.
• Clear leadership and a shared sense of direction.
• Regular leadership release time.
• The opportunity to grow as a leader while staying closely connected to teaching and learning.
• Children who are enthusiastic, proud of their school and keen to do well.
Further details about the role
Visits and applications
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We value open, honest conversations and are happy to show you what makes Thringstone special.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on: office@thringstone.leics.sch.uk or 01530 222489
Visit slots
- Thursday 15th January: 1pm & 4pm
- Friday 16th January: 9.15am
- Tuesday 20th January: 1pm
- Thursday 22nd January: 4pm
- Monday 26th January: 2pm
- Wednesday 28th January: 9.15am
Applications
Closing date: Monday 2nd February - 8am
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 3rd February
Provisional Interview date: Wednesday 11th February
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.
Thringstone Primary School is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team and help shape the next stage of the school’s development.
This is a class-based leadership role for a strong, reflective teacher who wants to make a wider difference across the school while remaining firmly rooted in classroom practice. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Key Stage Leaders, supporting the day-to-day running of the school and leading agreed areas linked to teaching, behaviour and whole-school culture.
About Thringstone
Thringstone Primary School is a caring, inclusive village school with high expectations for every child. Our vision, Believe and Achieve Together, guides our daily work and reflects our belief that children thrive when relationships are strong, expectations are clear and learning is purposeful.
The role
This role is suitable for experienced teachers ready to step into senior leadership, as well as those with existing leadership experience.
As Assistant Headteacher, you will:
• Teach a class and model consistently strong, inclusive classroom practice.
• Work alongside the Headteacher and Key Stage Leaders to support the smooth, day-to-day running of the school.
• Lead agreed operational areas linked to teaching, learning, behaviour or organisation.
• Support staff and children with behaviour and pastoral needs, helping to maintain a calm, consistent and positive school culture.
• Have delegated responsibility to act on behalf of the Headteacher in agreed operational matters.
• Have regular release time to carry out leadership responsibilities effectively.
The successful candidate will bring the following skills and experience:
• Is a confident, reflective classroom teacher with high expectations.
• Has leadership experience and is keen to develop this further.
• Believes in fairness, consistency and inclusive practice.
• Is calm, approachable and solution-focused.
• Has a secure understanding of safeguarding and is willing to undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Shares our values and is committed to supporting every child to succeed.
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive, welcoming staff team who work well together.
• Clear leadership and a shared sense of direction.
• Regular leadership release time.
• The opportunity to grow as a leader while staying closely connected to teaching and learning.
• Children who are enthusiastic, proud of their school and keen to do well.
Further details about the role
Visits and applications
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We value open, honest conversations and are happy to show you what makes Thringstone special.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on: office@thringstone.leics.sch.uk or 01530 222489
Visit slots
- Thursday 15th January: 1pm & 4pm
- Friday 16th January: 9.15am
- Tuesday 20th January: 1pm
- Thursday 22nd January: 4pm
- Monday 26th January: 2pm
- Wednesday 28th January: 9.15am
Applications
Closing date: Monday 2nd February - 8am
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 3rd February
Provisional Interview date: Wednesday 11th February
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.