Assistant Headteacher (Robertsbridge Community College)

Job introduction

About the role

Robertsbridge Community College is looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher and inspirational leader as an Assistant Headteacher. Specific responsibilities of the role will be established as a part of the interview process based on the applicant’s skill set; we welcome applications from colleagues with experience of either pastoral or curriculum leadership.

As a senior leader you will be an exemplar of best practice modelling the highest standards of conduct, leadership and teaching. You will be expected to engage in all aspects of senior leadership at the school such as: carrying out duties throughout the day, the delivery of assemblies, the line management of curriculum and pastoral colleagues and to conduct formal appraisal and other staff meetings. 

Responsibilities for all Assistant Headteachers include:

General Duties 

• Be an active member of the SLT and assist the headteacher in leading the school.
• Leading on key strategic areas of school improvement as decided at interview.
• Line management of staff and teams.
• Modelling highest expectations and a drive for excellence for all.
• Leading on the creation and modification of policies that directly impact student and communicating these effectively to all stakeholders.
• Embedding a culture of reflection amongst students to support them in becoming independent in making wise choices.
• Developing quality assuring systems that improve and foster excellent student outcomes.
• Engaging in whole school training and development.
• Building teams of staff that work collaboratively to achieve the school’s objectives.
• Be an excellent teacher.
• Take a lead responsibility for ensuring that pupils’ personal, emotional and academic needs are prioritised by providing strategic leadership across the school.
• Contribute to a safe and welcoming learning environment for pupils, particularly for those who may be vulnerable.

We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our school prior to application.

Robertsbridge Community College is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
 

Please see the attached recruitment pack for further information and how to apply.

Working pattern: Full-time
Closing Date: 9.00am on Wednesday 30 April 2025

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Work Permits

We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.