At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire KS2 teaching while driving school improvement initiatives.
- Company: Westcliff Primary Academy, a vibrant coastal community school.
- Benefits: Supportive team environment, professional development, and leadership opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team focused on innovative teaching and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's futures in a beautiful seaside location.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership skills and a passion for raising educational standards.
The predicted salary is between 47800 - 50000 £ per year.
Westcliff Primary Academy is seeking to appoint, from September 2026, apart time 0.5, permanent Assistant Head with a teaching responsibility in KS2 and work as part of the leadership team at Westcliff Primary Academy.
We will be excited to hear from leaders with strengths in curriculum, assessment and those who have a proven track record of raising standards.
We are a vibrant coastal community primary school, with approximately 340 pupils on roll, that is on a journey of improvement.
We are looking for applicants who are ready to forge a pathway to prove their impact and join us in making the best futures for all our children.
The school offers a warm and supportive team environment, with collaborative learning opportunities, CPD, team working and an innovative, ambitious and supportive leadership team.
The school caters for pupils from 4-11and is situated in the seaside town of Dawlish of the south coast of Devon, within easy access of the M5, A38 and A380.
As an Assistant Head you will focus on key aspect of school improvement; supported by an experienced School and Trust Leadership Team.
This is a teaching role with weekly leadership release time.
This is a full-time role and not suitable for ECTs.
We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who
- Is committed to raising standards, ensuring that all children achieve the highest possible outcomes and has a relentless pursuit of the best for all children.
- Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be academically, socially, emotionally and ready to be the citizens in our communities.
- Has secure curriculum knowledge; ideally across all key stages.
- Has a dedication towards a child-centred approach, with creative ideas for learning opportunities.
- The interview will be all day on the 13th July 2026
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Assistant Head 0.5 in Dawlish employer: Westcliff Primary Academy
Westcliff Primary Academy is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where educators can thrive. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to raising educational standards, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children within our vibrant coastal community. Located in the picturesque town of Dawlish, the academy provides a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful setting while being part of an ambitious leadership team dedicated to fostering growth and innovation.
