Assistant Headteacher, Fixed Term (Autumn Term)

Drive high standards in teaching, learning, and student progress across key stages (11-19), aligning with Overton Grange’s vision of a safe, challenging, and inspiring community. 

Support the Headteacher and SLT in shaping and delivering the school development plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management

·        Line manage curriculum/pastoral teams, coach staff, and conduct performance reviews.

·        Lead self-evaluation, contribute to improvement strategies, and foster a collaborative professional culture.

Teaching & Learning

·        Undertake approximately 30% teaching commitment, delivering high quality lessons and modelling effective practice.

·        Analyse assessment data, monitor progress, and intervene to raise outcomes.

School Culture & Community

·        Promote Overton Grange’s core values: Community, Inspiration, Success - through tutor assemblies, enrichment, and student leadership initiatives. 

·        Engage with families, Governors, and partner organisations to enhance provision.

Qualifications & Experience:

·        Qualified Teacher Status with senior leadership experience.

·        Proven track record of raising attainment across KS3–KS5.

·        Strong understanding of school improvement, data analysis, and staff development.

·        Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes

·        Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion. 

·        Resilient, well organised, and committed to continuous improvement.

·        Inspirational leadership and team-building ability.

Benefits & Working Conditions (indicative)

·        Lead role in a thriving 11-19 Academy of 1,250 pupils, including a strong Sixth Form. 

·        Structured line management, performance review processes, and access to professional learning.

·        Opportunity to shape significant school wide initiatives related to safeguarding, mental health (e.g. MHST pilot), and community engagement.