Assistant Headteacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Excellent opportunity within a progressive academy focused on quality education and potential for future senior leadership roles.
- Competitive salary: £58,569 - £64,690/year
- Direct influence on educational development and standards
- Exceptional career progression opportunities within the academy trust
Pros
- Competitive salary (£58,569 - £64,690 annually) with growth potential
- Direct impact on improving educational standards and student experience
- Opportunities for further leadership roles within the academy trust
Cons
- Intense focus on educational outcomes may increase stress
- Requires collaboration across various departments and with staff
- Demands high standards and continuous improvement
Who it's for
Mid to Senior • Full-time, in-person
Good fit
- Experienced educators aiming for leadership advancement
- Professionals passionate about enhancing educational quality
- Candidates committed to collaborative school environments
Not recommended for
- New educators unsure of their leadership path
- Individuals uncomfortable with performance pressures
- Candidates not interested in teamwork or school engagement
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
As Assistant Headteacher you will be part of the Senior Leadership Team, working with the Headteacher and Regional Director to take a leading role in improving the quality of teaching and the learning experience for children. This role is positioned to ensure high quality education for all pupils and drive to improve standards of learning and achievement, particularly at Key Stage 2. As Assistant Headteacher you will ensure that all teaching demonstrates best practice, develops relationships, supports training and development and helps all children make excellent progress across the academy.
A successful candidate would have excellent opportunities to progress further with Co-op Academies Trust into senior leadership roles in the future, in schools across the North of England.
