Associate Assistant Headteacher: Teaching & Learning

About the Post

We are delighted to offer an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and values‑driven leader to join our strengthened federated structure across Twynham School and The Grange School. As we continue to build a highly aligned, forward‑thinking partnership, we are looking for an inspirational Associate Assistant Headteacher to play a central role in shaping the future of teaching and learning across our community.

This is a rare chance to be at the heart of school improvement, working closely with the Associate Assistant Headteacher for Teaching and Learning at Twynham School and guided by the Deputy Head of School with strategic responsibility for the Quality of Education, your leadership will directly influence classroom practice, empower curriculum team leaders, and help deliver exceptional outcomes for every child.

You won’t just be shaping the experience of students today—you will be laying the foundations for the future success of thousands of young people across Christchurch.

This is a truly exciting time for both Twynham School and The Grange School. As proud, inclusive and high‑performing schools within Twynham Learning, we share:

·       A common curriculum model

·       A shared set of values and ethos

·       A collective ambition to deliver excellence consistently across both schools

What we can offer you

·       An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership

·       Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources

·       A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources

·       Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores

·       A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day

·       The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust

·       The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast

·       Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme

Who we are looking for

We would love to hear from you if you are:

·       Driven by a strong moral purpose and believes in education’s power to transform lives

·       Deeply committed to our values of equality, humility and community

·       Visionary and strategic, with a proven track record of leading improvement

·       Energetic, collaborative, and excited by the opportunities of working across a growing, values‑led federation

·       Ready to embrace the unique challenge and privilege of driving excellence across two ambitious schools

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

·       Aim high

·       Keep improving

·       Don’t leave anyone behind

·       See the bigger picture

You will be joining a highly supportive Senior Leadership Team, benefiting from rich professional development, coaching and opportunities to grow as a trust‑wide leader. Whilst your work will be focused at The Grange School, you will be part of a community with a strong commitment to collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

If you want to make a significant impact, shape culture and practice across two schools, and contribute to schools that place values and ambition at their core, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com 

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here:  Staff Vacancies - Twynham Learning

The closing date is Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 9am. (We reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants prior to the closing date and therefore encourage early applications).

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.