Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum & Teaching at Springhead Park Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/SPPS/68358
  Location
Springhead Parkway, Springhead Park, Northfleet, Kent, DA11 8BY
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£60,145.00 - £66,368.00 Annually (Actual)
Leadership Scale L7-L11 (September Pay Award Pending). 32.5hrs per week 52 weeks per year
  Closing Date
Midnight, Fri 1st May, 2026
  Start Date
Sept 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
WB 4th May 2026
   Interview Date(s)           WB 4th May 2026
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About this Role

The Trust is looking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher and invites applications from professionals with the vision and drive to inspire and lead the strategic development of curriculum and teaching across the school.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate who will take responsibility for the implementation of key strategies and policies to secure continued school improvement. The successful applicant will be someone who puts pupils first and proactively champions the development, sharing and monitoring of best practice to drive improvement across the school.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent and inspiring classroom practitioner, with a proven track record of securing strong pupil progress and a genuine passion for making a difference for all learners. The role involves working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to lead and be accountable for key aspects of the school’s work, including but not limited to:

  • Curriculum & Teaching (Pedagogy)
  • Teaching and Learning
  • Assessment data, target setting and reporting
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Areas of responsibility will be agreed following appointment and will reflect the successful candidate’s experience, strengths and professional interests.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is an excellent, inspiring classroom practitioner with a proven record of strong pupil progress
  • Has a passionate belief in inclusion and a deep understanding of how to support all children to achieve their very best
  • Demonstrates the drive, energy and credibility to provide impactful and inspirational leadership
  • Is dynamic and enthusiastic, securing the highest standards through innovative and effective pedagogy
  • Has high expectations and is relentless in raising standards for all pupils
  • Communicates effectively and works collaboratively to develop staff practice in a supportive yet appropriately challenging way

At Springhead Primary School we offer the following:

  • A strong commitment to your professional development and future career through high‑quality CPD within the school and across the Trust
  • A positive and supportive working environment with a clear focus on staff and pupil wellbeing
  • Motivated, engaged children who are enthusiastic learners
  • A professional, hardworking and committed staff team
  • A welcoming and supportive school community
  • No class responsibility, enabling focused and impactful strategic leadership

If you are a driven, compassionate leader with a passion for curriculum excellence and the development of others, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Why Join The Primary First Trust?

At PFT, people are at the centre of everything we do. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team committed to making a real difference for our pupils and communities.

We offer:

  • A culture rooted in trust, ambition and continuous improvement
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • The chance to shape processes, drive change and leave a legacy across the Trust
  • A fantastic wellbeing package including access to GPs, nurses, physiotherapy and face-to-face counselling services.
  • The opportunity to contribute to meaningful, values-driven education

Safeguarding & Inclusion

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, a health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

We may close the vacancy early if we find suitable candidates, so we recommend applying early.
No agencies, please. We will contact you if we need support on recruitment.

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Contact Details

  Vikki Pluck - Administrator
  01474 555155
  VPluck@springhead.kent.sch.uk

Springhead Park Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. What attracted you to this role and why would you like to be considered?
  2. What skills, strengths and qualities will you bring to this role?
  3. Tell us about a time you impacted the curriculum in your school?
  4. What is your style of leadership?
  5. How do you ensure good standards or pedagogy across a school?
  6. Do you have any further information that you would like to add to support your application?

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