Assistant Headteacher (Sponsorship Available) At Hythe Primary School

Employer: Hythe Primary School
Job Title: Assistant Headteacher
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £57,183 – £64,500 per year
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time
Closing Date: 30 April 2026 at 9am

About the Role

Hythe Primary School is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated leader to join the Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher. This role holds strategic responsibility for Behaviour, Attendance, and Safeguarding, including serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

The Assistant Headteacher will drive a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and student wellbeing, ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Key Responsibilities

Behaviour & Culture

• Lead and implement a whole-school behaviour strategy promoting high standards and positive relationships
• Monitor and evaluate behaviour systems for consistency across the school
• Support staff in managing behaviour effectively through coaching and professional development

Attendance

• Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance and punctuality
• Analyse attendance data to identify trends and target interventions
• Work closely with families and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance

Safeguarding (DSL)

• Take lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school
• Ensure compliance with statutory safeguarding requirements and policies
• Manage safeguarding referrals and liaise with external agencies
• Train and support staff to maintain a strong safeguarding culture

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with proven impact
• Have successful leadership experience, ideally in behaviour, inclusion, or safeguarding
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) DSL training and experience
• Demonstrate resilience, integrity, and commitment to improving student outcomes
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What Hythe Primary School Offers Staff

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young people

School Visits: Applicants are welcome to visit the school. Contact Hannah McKenna (Assistant Head) at h.mckenna@hythe.surrey.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Further Information

• Full enhanced DBS check required
• Eligibility to work in the UK mandatory
• Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
• Early application recommended; the school may close the advert once the post is filled

Commitment to Safeguarding

Hythe Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and registration, as required.

How to Apply

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