EYFS Assistant Headteacher

We are looking for an experienced and passionate EYFS Assistant Headteacher to lead, inspire and support the large, experienced and wonderful team at Danetree Primary School. If you are a dedicated and inspiring practitioner with a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

As Assistant Headteacher, you will play a key role in leading school-wide initiatives while ensuring outstanding support for pupils. You will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to drive school improvement, enhance teaching and learning, and promote an inclusive and nurturing environment for all students.

What we are looking for:

• An inspirational practitioner, with the vision and confidence to motivate, challenge and support
• A passion for children’s learning and welfare; putting them first in everything they do
• A team player, enthusiastic and eager to make a difference as a school leader.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to a range of audiences
• Committed to developing and maintaining good relationships with staff, parents, pupils, governors and the community

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information before applying.

About Danetree Primary School

Danetree is a four-form entry, Ofsted rated "OUTSTANDING" School set in fantastic grounds in West Ewell, Epsom. Our forward-thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for our children.

As an academy within GLF Schools. we benefit from sharing outstanding resources, and support in every aspect of school life from learning and teaching to staffing and educational expertise.

We can offer you:

• The support of GLF schools and the opportunity to be part of an inspirational, growing, and dynamic organisation
• Exceptional professional development opportunities through a tailored CPD programme
• An exciting opportunity to work within a growing school, shaping the future and strategic direction
• Confident, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children who enjoy learning
• A commitment to providing children with high quality learning opportunities

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with , our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School, Banstead Infant School, Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools, Cuddington Croft Primary School, Danetree Primary School and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School .

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

• GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information

The Details

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Leadership 4-8

Hours: 80/100ths (Full-time would also be considered)

Closing Date: Friday 9th May at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC

Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact Karen Collier to arrange a telephone call or school tour.