Assistant Headteacher

We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Brakenhale school and become an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

• To assist the Deputy Head Teachers and other Assistant Headteachers in the development of teaching and learning by contributing to the staff development, induction, NQT and ITT programmes within the department
• To support staff to make progress on the school’s teaching and learning programmes
• To work with the SLT on the development of consistently good pedagogy across the department
• To support and coach staff in developing and extending their pedagogic repertoire
• To contribute significantly to the development of schemes of work within the department
• To model best practice in ensuring that lessons are appropriately scaffolded to ensure all students can make rapid progress
• To assist in the strategic planning for students with special educational needs within the department

You will need:

• Qualified teacher status
• Relevant Degree
• Evidence of / Commitment to continuing professional development
• Post graduate qualification
• Building and leading teams, and positively influencing and developing others
• Management and experience of curriculum planning and innovation

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 3rd March 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.