Assistant Headteacher
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2026 |
| Location: | Telford, Shropshire, TF2 9SQ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f68f760a-bd77-464a-82a9-02a1e6d7b691 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Assistant Headteacher
Qualifications
• Qualified teacher status
• Relevant degree
• Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
• Outstanding classroom practitioner including effective assessment methods
• Experience and evidence of impact at senior or middle management level
• Experience of leading a team including in performance management
Professional knowledge/expertise
• Commitment to continually improve the quality of teaching and learning
• Can show a clear understanding of how young people learn, including knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of effective teaching and learning styles
• Clear understanding of how to analyse school performance data and effectively use it to inform school improvement
• Can demonstrate an ability to work with a range of staff and other agencies
Leadership qualities
• Understanding of the need for systematic school self-evaluation
• The ability to promote a clear vision for the areas of learning for which you are accountable and for the school, involving staff, students, parents/carers and the local community
• The ability to lead by example providing inspiration and motivation
• The ability to work alongside other senior staff and governors in developing a strategic plan and defining the direction of the areas of learning for which you are accountable and for the school
• Proven team building ability
• Ability to foster good links with staff, parents/carers, the community, local schools, the Diocese and Local Authority and to develop the profile and reputation of the school
• Ability to be flexible in approach and listen to input from a variety of staff, governors, parents/carers and young people
Management skills
• Good ability to monitor and evaluate teaching, learning and the standards achieved and to set realisable targets for improvement
• Ability to manage staff effectively and sensitively
• Ability to manage change
• Understanding of development planning
• Effective ICT skills
• Ability to delegate where appropriate
Key personal characteristics
• Practising Catholic/Anglican desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and get things done
• A deep commitment to education of the whole person
• Ability to hold a vision but also to be able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Able to listen and take on board a wide range of views but with the strength of character to pursue unpopular policies when necessary
• An excellent time manager able to prioritise effectively
• A positive thinker
• Approachable with good listening skills
• An enthusiasm for challenge and innovation
• Integrity, warmth and a good sense of humour
What the school offers its staff
- Continued professional development
- Supportive environment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Modern facilities with excellent IT support
Commitment to safeguarding
At HTA, we are committed to keeping children safe both in and outside of school. We have staff who are trained, in each area of HTA, to deal with Safeguarding and Child Protection. The students and staff are aware of these trained people and know how to report any concerns as soon as possible. In addition, all of our staff receive regular training on Safeguarding.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Assistant Headteacher
Qualifications
• Qualified teacher status
• Relevant degree
• Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
• Outstanding classroom practitioner including effective assessment methods
• Experience and evidence of impact at senior or middle management level
• Experience of leading a team including in performance management
Professional knowledge/expertise
• Commitment to continually improve the quality of teaching and learning
• Can show a clear understanding of how young people learn, including knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of effective teaching and learning styles
• Clear understanding of how to analyse school performance data and effectively use it to inform school improvement
• Can demonstrate an ability to work with a range of staff and other agencies
Leadership qualities
• Understanding of the need for systematic school self-evaluation
• The ability to promote a clear vision for the areas of learning for which you are accountable and for the school, involving staff, students, parents/carers and the local community
• The ability to lead by example providing inspiration and motivation
• The ability to work alongside other senior staff and governors in developing a strategic plan and defining the direction of the areas of learning for which you are accountable and for the school
• Proven team building ability
• Ability to foster good links with staff, parents/carers, the community, local schools, the Diocese and Local Authority and to develop the profile and reputation of the school
• Ability to be flexible in approach and listen to input from a variety of staff, governors, parents/carers and young people
Management skills
• Good ability to monitor and evaluate teaching, learning and the standards achieved and to set realisable targets for improvement
• Ability to manage staff effectively and sensitively
• Ability to manage change
• Understanding of development planning
• Effective ICT skills
• Ability to delegate where appropriate
Key personal characteristics
• Practising Catholic/Anglican desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and get things done
• A deep commitment to education of the whole person
• Ability to hold a vision but also to be able to adapt to changing circumstances
• Able to listen and take on board a wide range of views but with the strength of character to pursue unpopular policies when necessary
• An excellent time manager able to prioritise effectively
• A positive thinker
• Approachable with good listening skills
• An enthusiasm for challenge and innovation
• Integrity, warmth and a good sense of humour
What the school offers its staff
- Continued professional development
- Supportive environment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Modern facilities with excellent IT support
Commitment to safeguarding
At HTA, we are committed to keeping children safe both in and outside of school. We have staff who are trained, in each area of HTA, to deal with Safeguarding and Child Protection. The students and staff are aware of these trained people and know how to report any concerns as soon as possible. In addition, all of our staff receive regular training on Safeguarding.