Assistant Headteacher with Responsibility for Leading the Curriculum - Full-time

St John's CEP School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC886-3037-137L
• Posted:11/11/2025
• Pay:L1-3 (dependent on experience)
• Start Date:5th Jan 2025 or 23rd Feb 2025
• App Close Date:02/12/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:Tuesday 9th december

Advert

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic Assistant Headteacher to work in partnership with the Headteacher, staff and governors at our wonderful school. Our new Assistant head will share in the collective and progressive school vision and make a strong contribution to future developments, they would also be the curriculum lead across the school.  We have an experienced team of staff who are loyal, hardworking and always willing to go the extra mile.  Children are at the heart of everything we do and every decision that is made.

Being the Curriculum Lead would involve designing, developing and regularly reviewing the vision, aims and purpose for the whole school curriculum.  Ensuring that the curriculum is well planned, sequences and relevant, meets the needs of all pupils, reflects the requirements of the National Curriculum and is implemented effectively and consistently across the school. The children are the reason we are here and you will have high expectations of what pupils can achieve.  This is a full time position and part of this role will also include a teaching commitment and subject leadership. This role will be paid on the Leadership Scale L1 – L3 (dependent on experience)

We are looking for a person who:

• Is excited to work collaboratively with the Headteacher and wider team to lead strategic school improvement
• Has experience of leading aspects of whole school improvement
• Is committed, organised, flexible and a good team player
• Can model excellent teaching
• Has high expectations of staff, children and themselves and is an excellent role model
• Has a passion for raising standards and attainment and is passionate about all children being able to achieve
• Has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice
• Has demonstrated their ability to lead and motivate others
• Is trustworthy and brings out the best in others by encouraging mutual respect, confidentiality and through demonstrating high standards of professional behaviour
• Is innovative and open to new ways of thinking when implementing change

In return we are proud to be able to offer you:

• A caring, friendly, supportive and highly motivated team
• Enthusiastic, well- behaved children who love coming to school every day
• An environment where the well-being of all members of the school is a priority
• Supportive parents and Governing Body
• Excellent support

Further information about the school is available from our website, or to see for yourself everything that St John’s has to offer please come and visit the school to see first-hand.  Please contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time.

St John's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.   St John's is an equal opportunities employer

Advert closes: Tuesday 2nd December

Interview:  Tuesday 9th December

Information about the school

St John’s Church of England Primary School (controlled) is a one form entry thriving school in the heart of Sevenoaks town. With close community links and a strong Christian ethos, everyone is valued, encouraged and nurtured to be their best. The school was judged Good at the last Ofsted inspection (April 2023). We are a happy, caring school where staff work together well and care deeply for each and every pupil at the school. Visitors always compliment us on the children’s confidence and the positive atmosphere in the school. The curriculum is ambitious and provides opportunities for pupils to succeed. We are committed to providing engaging and inspiring learning experiences that go beyond the curriculum. Pupils’ well-being sits firmly at the heart of our provision. Academic excellence is valued equally alongside personal development. The school enjoys an active, positive working relationship with the Governing body, parents, Church and the wider community. We are members of the Sevenoaks Partnership of schools, which provides support and professional development to a group of local schools. The school is a stimulating and engaging learning environment that is both well-resourced and in good order. Close links exist with the Church of St John the Baptist, the parish priest leads worship and is a frequent pastoral presence in the school. It is our aim for the children to leave St John’s confident, resilient and ready to contribute to society, leading fulfilling lives and making a positive difference in God’s amazing world.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Therese Pullan
• Address:St Johns CEP School, Bayham Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3XD
• Telephone: 01732453944
• Email: office@stjohnssevenoaks.co.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Assistant Head Person Spec
• Assistant Head Job Description