Assistant Head
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wellingborough, NN8 3QA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e351fd8e-ccda-4103-aced-8c8ded103ae9 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Assistant Headteacher
Start date: September 2026
A rare and unique opportunity has arisen for an outstanding candidate to join our existing Senior Leadership Team.
Pay Scale - L1-5
2024 Northamptonshire Primary School of the Year
2025 Northamptonshire Sports School of Year
Do you feel ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you have a relentless focus on improving outcomes & life chances for all pupils irrespective of context or situation? Then this role may be for you!
This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher to join our existing SLT team at Olympic Primary and make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.
Working with the Head of School and also alongside the wider leadership team, you will be based at Olympic Academy and will be responsible for raising standards within Teaching and Learning, and ensuring these standards are consistently applied across all year groups.
What the school offers its staff
We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher who is:
• Able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of learning and teaching
• Dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence
• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching
• Experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership in developing some aspect of teaching and learning.
We can offer you:
• Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• Career progression and leadership opportunities following the end of the contract
• A supportive and forward thinking Trust Board, Parental Advisory Body and parent community
• Excellent opportunities for further professional development, through the Lion Academy Trust.
The successful candidate will raise expectations and aspirations, promote the Trust’s pedagogy for highly effective learning and help achieve positive outcomes for children. We offer you a great opportunity to develop your career in a well-respected, Multi Academy Trust working with a forward thinking, vibrant and very supportive team.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career or just want to find a bit more information then contact Head of School, Martin Hunter for a private and confidential chat, or email via school@olympicprimaryacademy.net
Application Process
Please request an application pack via: https://www.lionacademytrust.net/recruitment/vacancies-northampton
Join us on this journey to excellence – together, we can empower every child to reach their full potential!
Closing Date: 18.02.2026
Interviews: Expected to be held from w/c 23.02.2026
The Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.
Commitment to safeguarding
Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.
Assistant Headteacher
Start date: September 2026
A rare and unique opportunity has arisen for an outstanding candidate to join our existing Senior Leadership Team.
Pay Scale - L1-5
2024 Northamptonshire Primary School of the Year
2025 Northamptonshire Sports School of Year
Do you feel ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you have a relentless focus on improving outcomes & life chances for all pupils irrespective of context or situation? Then this role may be for you!
This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher to join our existing SLT team at Olympic Primary and make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.
Working with the Head of School and also alongside the wider leadership team, you will be based at Olympic Academy and will be responsible for raising standards within Teaching and Learning, and ensuring these standards are consistently applied across all year groups.
What the school offers its staff
We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher who is:
• Able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of learning and teaching
• Dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence
• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching
• Experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership in developing some aspect of teaching and learning.
We can offer you:
• Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• Career progression and leadership opportunities following the end of the contract
• A supportive and forward thinking Trust Board, Parental Advisory Body and parent community
• Excellent opportunities for further professional development, through the Lion Academy Trust.
The successful candidate will raise expectations and aspirations, promote the Trust’s pedagogy for highly effective learning and help achieve positive outcomes for children. We offer you a great opportunity to develop your career in a well-respected, Multi Academy Trust working with a forward thinking, vibrant and very supportive team.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career or just want to find a bit more information then contact Head of School, Martin Hunter for a private and confidential chat, or email via school@olympicprimaryacademy.net
Application Process
Please request an application pack via: https://www.lionacademytrust.net/recruitment/vacancies-northampton
Join us on this journey to excellence – together, we can empower every child to reach their full potential!
Closing Date: 18.02.2026
Interviews: Expected to be held from w/c 23.02.2026
The Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.
Commitment to safeguarding
Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.