ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER (Teaching and Learning Development)
| Posting date: | 24 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 April 2026 |
| Location: | Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1UU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 916cc163-2789-4729-9e9a-3e0574c3d87b |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER
(Teaching and Learning Development)
Required September 2026
Leadership Spine L11 – L15
The Governors and Headteacher of The Bishop of Hereford’s Bluecoat School are seeking to appoint an innovative and inspirational teacher and leader to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the next stage of our school's development. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about high quality teaching, inclusive practice and
outstanding outcomes for every student. This post is an addition to the existing leadership team at the school.
Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in driving improvement, developing staff and ensuring that every student thrives both academically and personally.
Experience of working and leading a successful core, humanities or languages (EBacc) subject area / team is strongly desired but not essential.
The successful applicant will join an experienced Leadership Team and will
• have the leadership experience, vision and enthusiasm to contribute to our school improvement initiatives
• have the understanding and commitment to represent our school vision and ethos
• have a proven track record of long-term positive impact on the leadership of teaching, learning and staff development
• have a passion for working with young people to develop their own excellence and be committed to raising students’ aspirations
• lead by example with a “can-do” attitude to motivate, inspire, and innovate
• thrive on challenge with resilience and reflection
• work in partnership with staff, learners and their parents/carers offering support and challenge
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A clear, determined and ambitious leadership team and an enthusiastic and expert staff body.
• Committed and aspirational students and a highly supportive parents and carers.
• Quality professional development including training to support further career aspirations.
• Excellent facilities and resources, with a determination to maintain investment in our school.
An application pack is available to download at www.bhbs.hereford.sch.uk
Please note only shortlisted successful candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. All applicants should complete a Bishop’s application form as we do not accept CVs.
All applications to be emailed to: head@bhbs.hereford.sch.uk
Visits are most welcome: Open Morning Tuesday 14th April 2026
Closing date: 9.00am Monday 20th April 2026
Interviews: 27th & 28th April 2026
SIAMS Inspection November 2025
‘Strong leadership drives the school vision’
‘The school is … enabling pupils and adults to flourish’
‘The needs of students …are met with compassion, enabling them to thrive’
‘By shaping a broad, creative and inclusive curriculum, leaders bring the school’s vision to life’
This post carries a requirement for an Enhanced disclosure (under the provisions of the Police Act 1997). The school will require you to give permission to carry out a disclosure.
Commitment to safeguarding
This post carries a requirement for an Enhanced disclosure (under the provisions of the Police Act 1997). The school will require you to give permission to carry out a disclosure.
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER
(Teaching and Learning Development)
Required September 2026
Leadership Spine L11 – L15
The Governors and Headteacher of The Bishop of Hereford’s Bluecoat School are seeking to appoint an innovative and inspirational teacher and leader to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the next stage of our school's development. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader who is passionate about high quality teaching, inclusive practice and
outstanding outcomes for every student. This post is an addition to the existing leadership team at the school.
Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in driving improvement, developing staff and ensuring that every student thrives both academically and personally.
Experience of working and leading a successful core, humanities or languages (EBacc) subject area / team is strongly desired but not essential.
The successful applicant will join an experienced Leadership Team and will
• have the leadership experience, vision and enthusiasm to contribute to our school improvement initiatives
• have the understanding and commitment to represent our school vision and ethos
• have a proven track record of long-term positive impact on the leadership of teaching, learning and staff development
• have a passion for working with young people to develop their own excellence and be committed to raising students’ aspirations
• lead by example with a “can-do” attitude to motivate, inspire, and innovate
• thrive on challenge with resilience and reflection
• work in partnership with staff, learners and their parents/carers offering support and challenge
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A clear, determined and ambitious leadership team and an enthusiastic and expert staff body.
• Committed and aspirational students and a highly supportive parents and carers.
• Quality professional development including training to support further career aspirations.
• Excellent facilities and resources, with a determination to maintain investment in our school.
An application pack is available to download at www.bhbs.hereford.sch.uk
Please note only shortlisted successful candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. All applicants should complete a Bishop’s application form as we do not accept CVs.
All applications to be emailed to: head@bhbs.hereford.sch.uk
Visits are most welcome: Open Morning Tuesday 14th April 2026
Closing date: 9.00am Monday 20th April 2026
Interviews: 27th & 28th April 2026
SIAMS Inspection November 2025
‘Strong leadership drives the school vision’
‘The school is … enabling pupils and adults to flourish’
‘The needs of students …are met with compassion, enabling them to thrive’
‘By shaping a broad, creative and inclusive curriculum, leaders bring the school’s vision to life’
This post carries a requirement for an Enhanced disclosure (under the provisions of the Police Act 1997). The school will require you to give permission to carry out a disclosure.
Commitment to safeguarding
This post carries a requirement for an Enhanced disclosure (under the provisions of the Police Act 1997). The school will require you to give permission to carry out a disclosure.