Role: Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning

Location: Hawksworth Wood Primary School, Cragside Walk, Leeds, LS5 3QE

Salary scale: Leadership scale L5 - 8

Contract type: Full time, permanent

Start date: September 2025

Are you a passionate and driven leader who is committed to improving teaching and learning in a vibrant primary school environment? We are looking for an inspiring and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team at Hawksworth Wood Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator to have a significant impact on shaping the future of our school and its pupils.

About the Role:

As the Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Teaching and Learning, you will play a pivotal role in driving high standards of education and ensuring that all our pupils receive the best possible learning experience. You will work closely with the Headteacher, senior leadership team, and staff to deliver a dynamic and forward-thinking teaching team that foster creativity, critical thinking, and academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the development and implementation of the school's curriculum.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning across all subjects and year groups.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching practices and pupil outcomes.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development to staff, supporting them to deliver outstanding lessons.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving pupil achievement and progress.
• Support the Headteacher in shaping and executing the school's vision and strategic goals.
• Lead initiatives to ensure the school remains innovative and responsive to the needs of all learners.
• Ensure a strong and inclusive approach to teaching, including those with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Foster a positive and collaborative school culture where every pupil and staff member thrives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A proven track record in delivering high-quality teaching and improving outcomes for pupils.
• Experience in leadership roles, preferably within primary education, and an understanding of effective school improvement strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum design, assessment, and the latest educational practices.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team, parents, governors, and the wider community.

We Offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Professional development opportunities to help you progress in your career.
• A positive and inclusive school culture focused on achievement and wellbeing.
• A welcoming school community where every member is valued.

If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact on our school community, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please go to the Hawksworth Wood Primary School website to download the job description and application form - Vacancies | Hawksworth Wood

Please send completed application forms to Vicky Kerr, School Office Manager - recruitment@hwood.org.uk

Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 12 noon

Interview: Thursday 1st May 2025 (full day)

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available online.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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