Assistant Headteacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Good salary with an opportunity for impact in a well-rated school, focusing on positive relationships and educational excellence.
- Influential role in a GOOD-rated school
- Focus on collaborative and supportive teaching practices
- Opportunities for professional development within a community
Pros
- Opportunity to shape educational practices in a GOOD-rated school
- Focus on collaborative team dynamics and support for colleagues
- Development potential within a growing school environment
Cons
- Possibly high expectations regarding student outcomes
- Maintaining relationships can be demanding
- Experience with diverse communities required
Who it's for
Mid to Senior • Full-time, in-person
Good fit
- Educators looking to grow in leadership
- Team-oriented individuals passionate about student success
- Professionals committed to educational excellence
Not recommended for
- Isolated workers or those preferring minimal interaction
- New educators unsure about team engagement
- Individuals not familiar with classroom behavior management
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
RGTS is now in its seventh year and has grown over time into a popular, oversubscribed and vibrant learning community. We are therefore expanding our staff team to meet the requirements of our curriculum and seek to appoint colleagues who are committed professionals and centre their work on establishing and maintaining positive and purposeful relationships.
In October 2022, Ofsted judged us to be a GOOD school across all areas within the framework.
“Leaders are ambitious for pupils.”
“Behaviour is typically good and well managed. This ensures that pupils feel safe and are kept safe.”
“Pupils are expected to work hard and focus on their learning.”
We understand that our staff team are our most valuable asset and work hard to support and develop colleagues at all stages of their career. This appointment presents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a significant role in shaping the future of our learning community at a whole school level.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss the advertised role with interested candidates and this can be arranged through our HR teamusthrhelpdesk@ust.londonor call020 8312 5480
Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.
ONLINE CHECKS
We want to hear from you if you are:
- Unrelenting in your pursuit of excellence in all aspects of your practice
- Successful in working with young people and securing the best outcomes for them
- Team spirited and prepared to go above and beyond to get the job done.
Working with us guarantees the opportunity to:
- Be an integral part of a growing school/Trust with potential for career development
- Design and deliver bespoke curriculum provision for students across all key stages
- Develop links with our wider UST network for CPD and collaborative practice.
Royal Greenwich Trust School, part of the University Schools Trust, is proud to be an inclusive 11-18 school at the heart of our local community.
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.
RGTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check.
Please click here to view our Safeguarding PolicySafeguarding - Royal Greenwich Trust School
Royal Greenwich Trust School follows the policies, practices guidance and procedures outlined by theGreenwich Safeguarding Children Partnership.
RGTS reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.
We do not accept applications via agencies.
https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding
