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Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum | Hackney | Immediate Start
Are you an experienced school leader looking for your next leadership opportunity? This Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum role at a high-performing Hackney primary school offers the chance to drive curriculum development, raise standards and make a meaningful difference to pupils' outcomes.
Why join this school?
- Strong academic results: 90% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths in 2024, compared with 61% nationally.
- Excellent early literacy: 95% of pupils met the expected standard in the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check, significantly above the national average of 76%.
- Leadership opportunity: Shape curriculum delivery, develop teaching practice and contribute to whole-school improvement.
- Competitive salary: Earn Inner London M1–UPS3, depending on experience.
About the Role As an Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum, you will:
- Lead curriculum planning, implementation and assessment to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
- Support teachers in delivering an ambitious, engaging and inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.
- Monitor pupil progress and attainment, using assessment data to identify priorities and drive improvement.
- Work closely with the headteacher and senior leadership team to deliver school improvement priorities.
- Support colleagues' professional development, sharing effective practice and promoting continuous improvement.
About the School Rated Good by Ofsted, this thriving Hackney primary school combines strong academic outcomes with a broad curriculum and a commitment to inclusive education. Its impressive phonics results reflect a strong foundation in early literacy, while its focus on high-quality teaching provides an exciting opportunity for a senior leader to influence educational standards and support every pupil to reach their potential.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of classroom teaching.
- Proven leadership experience, ideally in curriculum development and raising attainment.
- Excellent knowledge of teaching, assessment and school improvement.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire and support colleagues.
Contract: Full-time, maternity cover until July 2027.
Start Date: Immediate. xgikmsk
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