Assistant Head Teacher

Havering Education Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Greater London seeks an experienced educational leader to assist in strategic leadership and policy implementation. The successful candidate will support school improvement initiatives, monitor teaching standards, and ensure a positive learning environment. The role offers professional development opportunities and requires integrity, strong communication, and a commitment to values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Regular leadership mentoring

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrates integrity by holding others accountable positively.
• Shows a commitment to the values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity.
• Dedicated to professional development and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the strategic leadership of the school.
• Leading school improvement initiatives.
• Monitoring teaching standards and pupil progress.

Skills

High expectations

Integrity

Strong communication skills

Flexibility

Passion for teaching

Job description

Overview

Employer: The James Oglethorpe Primary School

Reference: SCH/26/330802

Leadership Range: L5-L9

Hours: Full Time or part time 0.6 minimum

Contract: Permanent

Location: RM14 3NB

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Working pattern: Full Time/Part Time

Closing on: 27/02/2026 at 09:00

Enhanced DBS Check

We are a good school that is committed to continuous improvement, encapsulated by our vision, ‘Helping Everyone Grow and Flourish’. At the heart of everything we do is the school community and the people who work together to achieve this: children, staff, parents and governors. We believe in providing a school where everyone feels secure, valued, and cared for. Guided by our core values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that inspires everyone to aim high, embrace their individuality, and act with honesty, kindness and respect.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assisting the Headteacher in the strategic leadership of the school and the implementation of policies.
• Modelling the school’s core values of Aspiration, Identity and Integrity at all times.
• Leading school improvement initiatives to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
• Overseeing at least one key area of school development e.g. Inclusion, Assessment, Pastoral
• Monitoring of standards including: teaching and learning, planning, work produced by children, learning environments, displays, behaviour, pupil progress paperwork etc.
• Providing timely feedback to staff and also reporting to governors.
• Ensuring high-quality education for all pupils, supporting their progress and achievement.
• Contributing to school activities, such as INSET, staff meetings, and parental engagement events.
• Line managing phase leaders and any other staff members designated by the Headteacher.
• Any other roles and responsibilities decided by the Headteacher based on the needs of the school.

We are looking for someone who

• Has high expectations of themselves and others.
• Shows integrity by holding others to account, and do so in a kind and supportive way.
• Shares our commitment to the values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity, and is keen to inspire these qualities in the children.
• Has strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a team.
• Is dedicated to their professional development and keen to grow in their career.
• Has a flexible, positive attitude and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Will challenge the status quo and think innovatively about finding solutions to problems.
• Demonstrates a passion for teaching and a desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.

We can offer you

• A supportive team where wellbeing is a priority
• Regular leadership mentoring and coaching
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
• Preparation for Deputy Headteacher roles

Visits to the school to meet the headteacher are encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange [e-mail]

Please apply online.

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 - 9am

Interview Date: W/C Monday 9th March 2026

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

How to apply

To apply, please visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the \'Apply Online\' link below.