ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER Salary: L1 – L4 £51,771 - £55,745 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, (0.5 non class based) Start Date: January 2026 At Ridgeway Primary Academy, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We encourage them to be ‘Open to Possibilities’ and believe that ‘Anything is Possible’ as they strive to achieve their best outcomes in all areas, whatever their personal starting points may be. Ridgeway is a successful 2 form entry primary school in Chasetown. We currently have 415 pupils on roll in the main school and a further 228 children accessing Nursery Education and full day care in our term time Ridgeway Rainbow Tots, Sunbeams Nursery and Sunny Days Nursery, which is open all year. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school with high expectations and a commitment to providing the very best for all our learners. Ridgeway Primary Academy has an excellent reputation and provides a lively and creative environment in which to work. School received a further ‘Good’ rating from OFSTED at our last inspection in December 2024 and Sunny Days in July 2024. Ridgeway Primary Academy is one of the founding schools in the Primitas Learning Partnership, a cross phase MAT serving the local area which opened in September 2021. Currently there are seven schools within the partnership; two high schools, four primary schools and a special school. The Trust provides opportunities for the schools to work collaboratively to support school improvement. We are looking to appoint an ambitious, talented and aspirational leader to support the school in continuing to improve teaching, learning and behaviour. This is an exciting position for an experienced teacher to step into the role of an Assistant Headteacher and become an active member of the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with the Co-Headteachers and Deputy Headteacher on whole-school priorities. This post could be in Early Years, KS1 or KS2. We are looking for someone who: Pursues excellence in teaching and learning Has ambition for every child and every member of staff. Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families; Shows commitment to continuous school improvement. Contribute to a culture where everyone is valued and encouraged to succeed. We are seeking a leader with phase leadership experience, and a commitment to whole-school improvement; wherever your specialist experience lies. The post comes with a 0.5 class responsibility as part of a job share. Benefits: At our school, we want our staff to be appreciated and to know we value the contributions they make to our team and the development of our children. As such, alongside our very competitive pay scale, we offer a range of benefits that our staff team can use while working at the school. These include: Access continued professional development Flexible hours and an understanding that work needs to work for you Childcare discount Access to free counselling services A supportive team environment A wellbeing focused leadership team and wellness programmes Competitive salary Access to free gym membership Option to join a healthcare plan at a reduced rate. If you feel you have the necessary skills and attributes, are highly motivated and dedicated to making a positive difference to children’s lives then we would love to hear from you. Ridgeway Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and online searches. You will also be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references. A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website. Closing date: Tuesday 30 th September 2025 at 3.00 pm Interviews will take place week beginning 6 th October 2025 To apply for the position, please complete the application form and equality and diversity monitoring form and return to Mrs Judith Crook, PA to the Co-Headteachers, email j.crook@ridgeway.staffs.sch.uk CVs will not be accepted. If you would like further information on the role, or would like to arrange a visit, please contact j.crook@ridgeway.staffs.sch.uk Applications should be made on the Primitas application form (a link can be found at the bottom of the advert). For further information regarding the Academy, please visit our website at www.ridgeway.staffs.sch.uk The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a ‘disclosure’ check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service