Assistant Headteacher - Full-time/Part-time

Cedar Children's Academy, Rochester

• Ref:KCC887-2469-86L
• Posted:10/12/2025
• Pay:£57,137 - £63,070 FTE
• Start Date:April 2026
• App Close Date:14/12/2025 at 23:45
• Interviews:w/c 15 December 2025

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Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

Following an internal promotion, we are seeking a dedicated Assistant Headteacher with experience across Key Stages 1 and 2 to play a key role in the strategic and day-to-day leadership of our school. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success and development of our community, ensuring the smooth and effective management of routines, systems and procedures.

This role is offered on a full-time basis, though some flexibility in working hours may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to uphold our high expectations and secure outstanding outcomes for all pupils, regardless of their starting points. You will promote an inclusive and positive ethos that fosters excellent behaviour, conduct and wellbeing for every pupil.

As part of a collaborative trust, you will also support cross-hub working, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute across multiple schools where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the School’s vision and values.
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of the school’s aims and priorities.
• Lead and manage staff and resources effectively to maximise impact.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on school performance and pupil outcomes.
• Deputise for the Headteacher when required.
• Ensure the highest standards of pupil welfare and safeguarding at all times.

About You

You will be an experienced and inspirational leader who is committed to continuous school improvement and to ensuring every pupil thrives. You will bring a proven ability to motivate and support colleagues, and lead by example.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you are ready to progress your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Actual working pattern can be discussed at interview.

What our Trust will offer you:  

• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher. 
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership. 

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk 

Information about the school

At Cedar, we believe in a strong partnership between the school and parents, benefiting our children with stability and the ability to develop, an inspiring workforce who show a relentless dedication to school improvement.

“The school has developed an inspiring curriculum. It is broad and well sequenced,building towards ambitious goals for pupils.” Ofsted, October 2024

We encourage pupils to be proud of their school and achieve in an exciting environment. We celebrate everyone’s success and provide each pupil with the life chances they deserve. We are relentless in pursuing the best and show care and hope for all our pupils who will become young adults of the future

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tracy Pocock
• Address:Cedar Road, Strood, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2JP
• Telephone: 0333 360 2104
• Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Fax: 01634 338 261

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