Assistant Headteacher: Head of Sixth Form

St Barts; Newbury; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academy school in Newbury is seeking an experienced Assistant Headteacher to lead the Sixth Form starting from April 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic management and development of the Sixth Form, ensuring all students flourish. This role offers a salary scale of £66,368 to £73,105 and requires a proven leader with a commitment to student success. Interested applicants should contact the school to arrange a visit or ask questions before applying.

Qualifications

• Proven record of successful leadership in educational settings.
• Ability to manage and develop the Sixth Form effectively.
• Strong commitment to student success and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic management of the Sixth Form.
• Ensure thriving student outcomes in the Sixth Form.
• Work as part of the Leadership Team.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Successful leadership experience

Strategic management

Job description

About St Bartholomew’s School

St Bartholomew’s School is a fantastic place to study and work and we are truly committed to the professional development of our staff. We are proud of our academic success, consistently above average progress, and the inclusive nature of our pastoral support so that everyone feels that they belong in the school community.

Position: Assistant Headteacher – Head of Sixth Form

We are looking for a full-time Assistant Headteacher: Head of Sixth Form to join us from 13 April 2026 on a permanent basis. We would consider a start date of 1 September 2026.

The Governors are seeking a person of vision, drive and a proven record of successful leadership to be part of the Leadership Team as an Assistant Headteacher.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the Sixth Form including the growth and development, and ensuring that all students thrive both in the Sixth Form and beyond.

School details

St Bart’s is a large and successful academy school (1907 on roll with a Sixth Form of 530) in West Berkshire.

Salary Scale: L11 to L15 (£66368.00 - £73105.00 gross pa)

Application

We would welcome you to contact us to arrange a visit to see our facilities and meet some staff and students before you apply. If you would like to arrange this or you have any questions please contact us on 01635 521255 or email [e-mail]. To find out more about St Bart’s please do take a look at the supporting documents and watch our Headteacher’s Welcome Video on our website https://www.stbarts.co.uk/. We would love to receive your application.

Closing date

Sunday 25 January 2026

Interviews

Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 February 2026

Candidate checks

All applicants shortlisted will be subject to an online search. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS enhanced check along with other relevant employment checks.