Assistant Headteacher

Kantor King Solomon High School; Ilford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent secondary school in Redbridge is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Headteacher to enhance teaching and learning. The candidate will lead on classroom practices and professional development, focusing on enriching student experiences. Ideal applicants are experienced leaders passionate about education, committed to high standards and innovation. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply quickly before the closing date on January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience as a middle leader or senior leader.
• Passionate about teaching and committed to student development.
• Well-informed on educational research and best practices in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead on classroom practice and professional development.
• Oversee the wider curriculum and personal development programs.
• Innovate to improve teaching and learning experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching excellence

Commitment to improvement

Educational research

Job description

Be part of a success story that is changing lives

Elevate your career and leadership learning

Join King Solomon High School

We are seeking to appoint a passionate Assistant Headteacher for teaching & learning who will lead on classroom practice, professional development, the wider curriculum and personal development (careers and PSHE).

King Solomon High School is a unique and wonderful Jewish secondary school set in the London Borough of Redbridge. The school is inclusive, and our students and staff come from a range of cultural and religious backgrounds.

Desired attributes

• Are you an experienced middle leader ready for career development into Senior Leadership? Or an experienced senior leader looking for a new challenge?
• Are you passionate about teaching and learning and provisioning students with a range of enriching experiences outside of the classroom.
• Are you committed to excellence and rigour, to provide a world class educational experience?
• Do you have drive, vision and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of children?
• Can you hold yourself and others to high standards?
• Are you well read and well informed about educational research and best practice in teaching and learning?

If you have answered yes to these questions then you might have found the perfect role and be the right person to join an ambitious senior team leading this school out of requires improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead real and meaningful change, lead innovation and be part of a great success story. The Headteacher, governors are ambitious for the school’s future, strive for excellence and have high expectations of staff and students.

Please read the applicant information pack for full details of the role and how to apply. We only accept applications form on the Redbridge template form.

Closing date - Monday 5th January 2026 at 8.00am

Please read the job pack in full before applying.

We will interview suitable candidates as and when we receive applications. We therefore reserve the right to close applications at any point. Candidates interested in the role should apply as soon as possible.

Please email all applications and enquiries to [e-mail]

Prospective candidates are encouraged to book a phone call with the Headteacher or arrange to visit the school. [e-mail]