Holly Lodge School are recruiting for an Assistant Head Teacher, Personal Development. We are a comprehensive 11-19 school and sixth form serving the diverse community of Smethwick, West Midlands. Our core values are Ambition, Opportunity and Community: we believe that every child, regardless of their background or starting point, is entitled to a world-class education in the best that has been thought, said and made, and that they should be equipped for joining the great conversations of humankind, shaping the future and living truly rewarding and meaningful lives. We believe in the power of expertly developed, subject specialist curriculum, alongside research-informed teaching approaches, high expectations for behaviour, and excellent pastoral care in achieving this vision. We are ambitious for the experience of our staff as well as our students: in terms of well-being, professional development and career progression. We believe that the key to staff wellbeing is sensible workload and a positive professional culture, and we place these at the heart of everything we do. This role will give you an opportunity to provide students with incredible opportunities as part of the Senior Leadership team. If you have a passion for education, and you share our values, please see our application pack via our website https://holly-lodge.org/. Please provide a cover letter (Maximum of two sides of A4 paper) with your application outlining your skills experience in relation to the job description and person specification. Applicants are welcome to discuss the position further and are encouraged to visit the school, please arrange via HLS_hr@holly-lodge.org. Completed applications should be sent to HLS_hr@holly-lodge.org by Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 09.00am. At Holly Lodge we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from our vision and values. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Holly Lodge supports Equal Opportunities Employment. To apply please download the application pack from - https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/assistant-headteacher-personal-development-england-2278240 Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://holly-lodge.org Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Hours: Full Time, Permanent Grade: Leadership Pay Range 12-16 - £67,898 p.a. - £75,049 p.a. Location: Holly Lodge School, Holly Lane, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 7JG Closing Date: Wednesday 28th January 2026 @9am Interview Date: TBC