Assistant Headteacher

Overview of the school

Marylebone Boys' School is a Free School which opened in September 2014. We have 600 boys in Years 7-11. We launched our mixed-gender Sixth Form in 2019 and will eventually have approximately 840 pupils studying at our school.

We are an inner-city boys’ school with a cohort of 50% Pupil Premium students. We are an academically rigorous school with an emphasis on good behaviour, commitment to learning and outstanding teaching, where knowledge is valued and available to all who are prepared to work for it. Expectations are high for all pupils. Those who need extra time and support will be helped and expected to achieve their full potential. Our motto is “studio et industria”, which can be translated as “through application and hard work”.

In addition to our strong academic focus, we place great importance on personal development and supporting the ambitions of our students. The staff care passionately about the well-being of the pupils and are driven to ensure their educational experience is the best it can be. Our students are enthusiastic learners and actively engage with the extensive range of opportunities available to them.

The successful applicant will be dedicated, creative and talented with the ability to inspire others. They will model outstanding practice in the classroom and in all interactions with parents, Governors, colleagues and of course, students. They will join a team committed to securing the highest quality learning experiences so that all of our students receive an outstanding education.

We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS. 

Our location

We are located in the heart of the prestigious Paddington Basin area built by Westminster City Council. We are just a stone’s throw from Paddington Station with all the benefits of the Elizabeth line as well as the existing Underground and National Rail connections. With two school sites, both on North Wharf Road, we are a modern, vibrant inner city secondary school. 

 Core purpose of senior leadership roles at MBS

All members of the SLT will assist MBS in ensuring the highest possible educational outcomes and standards in the school by creating an ethos of the 3Ps - Positivity, Professionalism and Productivity - where students and staff are valued, where all stakeholders are inspired, challenged, motivated, empowered and kept safe.

• All SLT members will play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the school and support the headteacher in determining the long-term vision.
• The SLT will lead on delegated areas of responsibility where they will develop policies and practice to ensure the smooth running of the school.
• The SLT will lead a climate of learning where they act as role models of classroom practice and discharge their teaching duties effectively.
• The SLT will be models of outstanding behaviour to all staff and students, ensure they have high visibility around the school, throughout the day, at school events and in and out of school time.
• The SLT will use data to track and monitor student progress against targets and their starting points to ensure they make suitable progress.
• The SLT will ensure outcomes for pupils are outstanding by embedding effective school evaluations systems to ensure continuous improvement.

Overview of Assistant Headteacher role

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher (AHT) who will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. You will work with the SLT, which is made up of the Headteacher, two Deputy Headteachers, four Assistant Headteachers and the School Business Manager, to create an exciting learning environment with an emphasis on academic excellence and high standards of behaviour. 

Job description & person specification

Candidates are requested to download the vacancy information document to view these detailed sections. 

Application & selection process 

• Applications are due in by close of day (midnight) on Sunday 10 March 2024.
• Complete the application form fully, including the separate supporting statement (maximum 2 pages).
• The selection process will take place during the week commencing Monday 18 March 2024.
• You will find further information about us on our school website and on the TES Careers page.
• Prospective applicants are welcome to contact the school directly via jobs@maryleboneschool.org to arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Richard Ardron.