Assistant Headteacher

Barr Beacon School, Old Hall lane, Walsall, WS9 0RF

Salary: Leadership Scale L11-L16
Start Date: April 2026

Barr Beacon School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic Assistant Headteacher to join our high-performing leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a significant impact on whole-school improvement and shape the future of our school.

About the Role

The successful candidate will hold formal leadership responsibility for one or more key areas of whole-school improvement. You will use your expertise—whether developed as a successful pastoral leader, faculty leader, or lead practitioner—to strengthen leadership capacity across the school.

We are looking for a leader who can develop high-achieving teams, build future leadership talent, and consistently model the high standards we expect from all staff. You must be someone who can think and do, not simply talk about improvement—someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to implementation as well as strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on designated whole-school improvement priorities, ensuring accountability and measurable impact.
• Line-manage teams effectively, influencing and enabling high-quality practice across your areas of responsibility.
• Take collective responsibility for promoting excellent behaviour and ensuring a calm, purposeful learning environment.
• Work proactively to support the Headteacher and the wider Senior Leadership Team in driving school strategy.
• Model professionalism, integrity and resilience at all times.
• Collaborate with leaders across other schools to strengthen practice and contribute to wider trust and local networks.

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Is a highly successful teacher with a strong track record of impact in their current leadership role.
• Has the drive and credibility to inspire others and lead change.
• Understands what high performance looks like and can secure it in others.
• Thrives in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
• Has the determination, creativity, and practical problem-solving ability to make things happen.

About us:

Barr Beacon School has a shared belief that no child should fail and our high standards and expectations ensure our pupils strive for success. As a highly successful school, we have a commitment to exceptional teaching to provide the best possible education for our students. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

There’s a real buzz about the place which no amount of words can convey, so please come to see Barr Beacon School for yourself. To arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher.

To apply, please complete our application form on My New Term.

If you have any questions, please contact Headteacher Mrs K Hibbs on Khibbs@barrbeaconschool.co.uk

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  12^th December 2025

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.