Assistant Headteacher – Quality of Education (Curriculum, Teaching & Learning)
Location: Inner London
Salary: Up to £71,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)
We are seeking a passionate, skilled, and ambitious Assistant Headteacher to join the senior leadership team at a specialist school, for children and young people between 7-17, in Inner London. This exciting role offers the chance to lead on curriculum design, teaching and learning, and quality of education, while playing a key part in shaping a high-impact, inclusive educational environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including those with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead whole-school curriculum design and the teaching and learning strategy
* Oversee and develop middle leadership across the school
* Drive standards through effective use of staff and resources
* Lead on internal audits and termly Quality of Education reporting
* Promote a trauma-informed, inclusive school culture
* Monitor progress against strategic objectives and support the school's continuous improvement
* Contribute to teaching in your subject specialism
About You:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience
* Proven leadership and management experience in a SEMH or specialist provision
* Deep understanding of curriculum development, pedagogy, and quality assurance
* Strong knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and Independent School Standards
* Committed to trauma-informed, inclusive practice and safeguarding
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
What’s on Offer:
* Salary up to £71,000 (depending on experience)
* Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions
* A highly supportive leadership team and a dedicated, mission-driven staff
To find out more, contact Kate.field@gilbertmeher.com.