Assistant Headteacher
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2NE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | dc3f1358-42aa-4d01-a441-e83f3680c488 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of Reedley Community Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and further develop their professional skills.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
• Be an exemplary role model in teaching and learning
• Will work with other Senior Leaders to ensure high quality teaching and learning across the school
• Effectively lead on an area of school improvement. This will be negotiated, depending on candidates’ strengths.
• Play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of the school curriculum working closely with the curriculum lead and colleagues.
• There will be a teaching commitment for the successful candidate, based on the successful candidate’s strengths.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'.
Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.
Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Please note CVs will not be accepted. To apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
What the school offers its staff
• A positive ethos with high expectations of all
• A motivated, hardworking and supportive team, who are committed to offering the best opportunities for all children
• Opportunities for continual professional development
• A commitment to supporting staff wellbeing
• Supportive families
• Delightful children with beautiful manners, a good work ethic and pride in their school
• An Ofsted rating of 'good'
• Support and guidance from our Leadership Team and Governing Body
• A dynamic two-form entry school.
Further details about the role
Essential Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner.
• Equipped to support and develop the school's ethos.
• Committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff, andvisitors.
• Excellent team player who will work closely with all team members.
Commitment to safeguarding
Information provided will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view this on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs. LCC has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy.
The Governors of Reedley Community Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and further develop their professional skills.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
• Be an exemplary role model in teaching and learning
• Will work with other Senior Leaders to ensure high quality teaching and learning across the school
• Effectively lead on an area of school improvement. This will be negotiated, depending on candidates’ strengths.
• Play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of the school curriculum working closely with the curriculum lead and colleagues.
• There will be a teaching commitment for the successful candidate, based on the successful candidate’s strengths.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'.
Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.
Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Please note CVs will not be accepted. To apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
What the school offers its staff
• A positive ethos with high expectations of all
• A motivated, hardworking and supportive team, who are committed to offering the best opportunities for all children
• Opportunities for continual professional development
• A commitment to supporting staff wellbeing
• Supportive families
• Delightful children with beautiful manners, a good work ethic and pride in their school
• An Ofsted rating of 'good'
• Support and guidance from our Leadership Team and Governing Body
• A dynamic two-form entry school.
Further details about the role
Essential Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner.
• Equipped to support and develop the school's ethos.
• Committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff, andvisitors.
• Excellent team player who will work closely with all team members.
Commitment to safeguarding
Information provided will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view this on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs. LCC has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy.