Assistant Head Teacher

To apply, please visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below.

THE JAMES OGLETHORPE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Ashvale Gardens

Upminster

Essex

RM14 3NB

Telephone: 01708 225 202

Email: office@jamesoglethorpe.havering.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mr Fielder

Assistant Head Teacher

Salary: Leadership Scale 5-9 £61,249 - £67,177 per annum

Hours: Full Time or part time 0.6 minimum

Contract: Permanent

We are a good school that is committed to continuous improvement, encapsulated by our vision, ‘Helping Everyone Grow and Flourish’. At the heart of everything we do is the school community and the people who work together to achieve this: children, staff, parents and governors. We believe in providing a school where everyone feels secure, valued, and cared for. Guided by our core values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that inspires everyone to aim high, embrace their individuality, and act with honesty, kindness and respect.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Headteacher in the strategic leadership of the school and the implementation of policies.
• Modelling the school’s core values of Aspiration, Identity and Integrity at all times.
• Leading school improvement initiatives to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
• Overseeing at least one key area of school development e.g. Inclusion, Assessment, Pastoral
• Monitoring of standards including: teaching and learning, planning, work produced by children, learning environments, displays, behaviour, pupil progress paperwork etc.
• Providing timely feedback to staff and also reporting to governors.
• Ensuring high-quality education for all pupils, supporting their progress and achievement.
• Contributing to school activities, such as INSET, staff meetings, and parental engagement events.
• Line managing phase leaders and any other staff members designated by the Headteacher.
• Any other roles and responsibilities decided by the Headteacher based on the needs of the school.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations of themselves and others.
• Shows integrity by holding others to account, and do so in a kind and supportive way.
• Shares our commitment to the values of Aspiration, Identity, and Integrity, and is keen to inspire these qualities in the children.
• Has strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a team.
• Is dedicated to their professional development and keen to grow in their career.
• Has a flexible, positive attitude and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Will challenge the status quo and think innovatively about finding solutions to problems.
• Demonstrates a passion for teaching and a desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.

We can offer you:

• A supportive team where wellbeing is a priority
• Regular leadership mentoring and coaching
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
• Preparation for Deputy Headteacher roles

Visits to the school to meet the headteacher are encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange office@jops.org.uk

Please apply online.

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 - 9am

Interview Date: W/C Monday 9th March 2026