Assistant Headteacher

Location: William Byrd Primary School

Salary: Leadership Scale point 7-11 (£64,259 - £70,473)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time 

Start Date: September 2026

Reporting to: Headteacher

William Byrd Primary School is a successful, inclusive primary school committed to providing high-quality education within a safe, supportive, and aspirational learning environment. At the core of our school community is an ethos of partnership with families. We place the well-being, aspirations, and voices of children and their families at the heart of all decision-making. Staff work in genuine collaboration with families to ensure provision is nurturing, inclusive, and tailored to enable every child to thrive.

We are firmly committed to inclusive education, ensuring that every pupil—regardless of background or need—can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff engage with high-quality educational research and evidence-informed practice to continually refine teaching, learning, and support strategies, improving outcomes for all children.

Our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is a particular strength of the school. We provide a nurturing, inclusive environment where children are supported to explore, learn, and grow. We work closely with families to celebrate progress, understand individual circumstances, and ensure every child reaches their full potential. Our EYFS team is recognised across the borough for sharing best practice and supporting other schools in developing outstanding early years provision.

We are proud of our achievements. In recognition of the excellent outcomes for disadvantaged pupils at William Byrd, the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, personally wrote to the school, highlighting that our performance places us among the very best nationally. This letter commends the dedication of our staff, the hard work of our pupils, and encourages the school to continue sharing best practice, supporting collaboration, and leading improvement across the sector.

We are active partners in numerous London-wide and local initiatives including:

· DfE RISE Network- We are proud to be part of the RISE Network (Regional Improvement for Standards and Excellence). Through this programme, we actively collaborate with other schools to strengthen inclusive teaching and leadership. Our school will showcase our EYFS ‘Best Start in Life’ provision, demonstrating how to create an inspiring environment that promotes independence, language development, and meaningful learning. We have also been chosen as a RISE exemplar for inclusive practice, ensuring consistency of SEND provision across the primary school and sharing evidence-informed approaches with partner schools.

· London Innovation and Improvement Alliance (LIIA) – placing the voices and experiences of children and families at the heart of our practice, sharing evidence-informed strategies, and improving outcomes for children with SEND.

· HLP (Hillingdon Learning Partnership) – hosting several Professional Network Meetings and supporting collaborative professional learning across schools.

· Primary Forum – as current Chair, collaborating with other schools across the borough to share best practice and drive innovation.

· The Felix Project – supporting families by providing access to nutritious food and tackling food insecurity.

· Civic Leadership – engaging with the local community through initiatives such as Safer Neighbourhood meetings and the Harlington Residents’ Association.

We are seeking an inspirational Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning) to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled, values-driven leader to:

· Lead and develop high-quality teaching and learning across the school.

· Support the Headteacher in shaping and delivering the school’s vision, ethos, and strategic priorities.

· Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

· Take responsibility for key areas of leadership, ensuring effective planning, monitoring, and evaluation to maximise pupil progress.

· Lead professional development, training, and coaching to strengthen staff expertise.

· Foster positive partnerships with families, the community, and other schools to share best practice and enhance learning opportunities.

We are looking for a candidate who:

· Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.

· Has proven leadership experience within a primary school setting, with a track record of raising standards and improving outcomes.

· Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive education and evidence-informed practice.

· Has excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire and motivate staff, pupils, and the wider school community.

· Will effectively drive strategic initiatives, curriculum development, and staff professional growth

· Is enthused by the opportunity to shape practice with, and learn from, colleagues across the school and our trust.

At William Byrd, you will join a passionate, skilled, and supportive team committed to excellence, equity, and lifelong learning. This role offers the opportunity to lead, innovate, and share best practice across the borough and beyond, making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families.

Safeguarding: William Byrd Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance.

Apply now to join a school where children, families, and staff are at the heart of everything we do.

To fully appreciate the ethos and culture of William Byrd Primary School, we warmly invite prospective candidates to see the school in action. Visits can be arranged by contacting Ms Cotterill, PA to the Head of School, either by phone on 01895 5462364 or by email at enquiries@williambyrd.school Further information about the school can be found on our website: https://www.williambyrd.school/

To apply for this post, please submit your application via My New Term. Early applications are encouraged, as shortlisting and interviews may take place before the closing date.

Further Information:

William Byrd Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

It is an offence to apply for the position if you are barred from engaging regulated activity relevant to children.

Early applications are positively encouraged and the school reserves the right to shortlist and interview earlier than advertised.

CVs will not be accepted

We accept only employment and academic references; character references and those sent from generic email addresses (e.g., Gmail or Hotmail) will not be accepted.

Please note we hold the right to carry out online checks on applicants selected for interview.

Middlesex Learning Partnership is a disability confident committed employer.

Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026 Interview Dates: Monday 16th & Friday 20th March 2026