Assistant Head of School
Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£33k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Assistant Head of School
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Make a genuine difference every day.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced education professional to join a specialist setting as an Assistant Head of School.
Working alongside the Head of School, you'll play a key role in leading teaching, learning, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding while helping create an inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.
This role would suit an ambitious middle leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head, SENCO or experienced teacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership.
The Role
You'll support the day-to-day leadership of the school by:
Supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the provision
Leading behaviour, attendance and pastoral initiatives
Coaching and developing teaching and support staff
Working closely with families and external professionals
Supporting safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working
Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to school improvement planning
Helping create a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning culture
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience working within education in a leadership or middle leadership capacity
Strong knowledge of SEND, SEMH or inclusive educational practice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience supporting staff development and improving teaching practice
A calm, resilient and child-centred approach
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary
Term-time only working pattern
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to shape practice and influence school improvement
Genuine career progression opportunities
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you're passionate about inclusive education and ready for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
© Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Make a genuine difference every day.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced education professional to join a specialist setting as an Assistant Head of School.
Working alongside the Head of School, you'll play a key role in leading teaching, learning, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding while helping create an inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.
This role would suit an ambitious middle leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head, SENCO or experienced teacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership.
The Role
You'll support the day-to-day leadership of the school by:
Supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the provision
Leading behaviour, attendance and pastoral initiatives
Coaching and developing teaching and support staff
Working closely with families and external professionals
Supporting safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working
Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to school improvement planning
Helping create a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning culture
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience working within education in a leadership or middle leadership capacity
Strong knowledge of SEND, SEMH or inclusive educational practice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience supporting staff development and improving teaching practice
A calm, resilient and child-centred approach
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary
Term-time only working pattern
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to shape practice and influence school improvement
Genuine career progression opportunities
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you're passionate about inclusive education and ready for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
© Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency
Reference: 225341155
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Assistant Head of School
Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£33k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Assistant Head of School
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Make a genuine difference every day.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced education professional to join a specialist setting as an Assistant Head of School.
Working alongside the Head of School, you'll play a key role in leading teaching, learning, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding while helping create an inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.
This role would suit an ambitious middle leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head, SENCO or experienced teacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership.
The Role
You'll support the day-to-day leadership of the school by:
Supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the provision
Leading behaviour, attendance and pastoral initiatives
Coaching and developing teaching and support staff
Working closely with families and external professionals
Supporting safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working
Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to school improvement planning
Helping create a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning culture
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience working within education in a leadership or middle leadership capacity
Strong knowledge of SEND, SEMH or inclusive educational practice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience supporting staff development and improving teaching practice
A calm, resilient and child-centred approach
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary
Term-time only working pattern
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to shape practice and influence school improvement
Genuine career progression opportunities
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you're passionate about inclusive education and ready for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
© Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Make a genuine difference every day.
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced education professional to join a specialist setting as an Assistant Head of School.
Working alongside the Head of School, you'll play a key role in leading teaching, learning, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding while helping create an inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.
This role would suit an ambitious middle leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head, SENCO or experienced teacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership.
The Role
You'll support the day-to-day leadership of the school by:
Supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the provision
Leading behaviour, attendance and pastoral initiatives
Coaching and developing teaching and support staff
Working closely with families and external professionals
Supporting safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working
Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to school improvement planning
Helping create a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning culture
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience working within education in a leadership or middle leadership capacity
Strong knowledge of SEND, SEMH or inclusive educational practice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience supporting staff development and improving teaching practice
A calm, resilient and child-centred approach
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary
Term-time only working pattern
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to shape practice and influence school improvement
Genuine career progression opportunities
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you're passionate about inclusive education and ready for your next leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
© Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency
Reference: 225341155
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