Icknield High School is a state funded secondary academy school with 1450 students. It has an Ofsted rating of ‘good’ – February 2024. It caters for students aged between 11 and 16 in Luton, Bedfordshire. The school is located in north Luton and just off the A6.

At Icknield High School everything we do is underpinned by our overriding philosophy of ‘Raising the Achievement of All’. We believe that every student, regardless of background, should be afforded the same opportunities to be successful and that nothing should hold a child back from pursuing their talents and passions. We have consistently high expectations of our students and encourage excellence in all aspects of school life. In 2025, 57% of our students achieved a grade 5 and above in Maths and English and 74% achieved a grade 4 and above in Maths and English. These are the highest outcomes in Luton town. 

We are seeking an exceptional and compassionate leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Associate Assistant Headteacher, with strategic responsibility for pastoral provision, behavior intervention, wellbeing and personal development.  

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping a culture where every student feels known, supported and able to thrive. This includes leading on the development of a coherent pastoral strategy that promotes high expectations, emotional resilience and a strong sense of belonging across the school. You will work closely with pastoral and safeguarding teams to ensure that systems are robust, inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of our students, while also driving proactive approaches that reduce barriers to learning and improve overall wellbeing.

In addition, the role requires a leader who can inspire colleagues and model best practice in behaviour intervention, enrichment and student engagement. You will oversee the design and implementation of targeted support programmes, ensuring that interventions are evidence‑based, impactful and aligned with whole‑school priorities. A key part of the role will be to enhance our enrichment offer, broadening opportunities for students to develop their character, confidence and aspirations beyond the classroom. Through strategic leadership and collaborative working, you will help shape an environment where students flourish academically, socially and personally.

Furthermore, you will lead on a key aspects of school development plan and operations based on your expertise and at the discretion of the Headteacher.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for the above position and are interested in joining our staff team, for further details and an application pack please contact Mrs  Freeman-Headteacher’s PA, - telephone 01582 576561 or e-mail tfreeman@icknield.beds.sch.uk  Alternatively,  please visit our web site www.icknield.beds.sch.uk

The school reserves the right to interview strong candidates before the advertised closing date and appoint based on the curriculum needs of the school.

Closing date: 18^th May 2026

Icknield High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.