About This Role
Are you a dynamic and forward-thinking school leader ready to shape exceptional secondary provision?
We are seeking an Assistant Head of Secondary School who combines strategic curriculum expertise with the ability to inspire people, strengthen systems, and drive measurable impact on student outcomes.
This is not a maintenance role. It is a momentum role.
The Role
The Assistant Head of Secondary will work closely with the Head of Secondary and Senior Leadership Team to:
Lead and refine curriculum design across Key Stages 3–5
Ensure curriculum coherence, progression, and alignment with international standards
Drive excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment practice
Develop high-performing middle leaders and departments
Embed robust quality assurance systems that focus on impact, not paperwork
Champion student progress through intelligent use of data
You will play a central role in shaping a secondary school culture where expectations are high, teaching is purposeful, and outcomes consistently improve.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a leader who:
✔ Has substantial experience in curriculum design and implementation (Cambridge/IGCSE/IB or equivalent international frameworks preferred)
✔ Can design assessment systems that genuinely improve learning
✔ Is confident training staff in formative and summative assessment strategies
✔ Understands how to move departments from compliance to impact
✔ Uses data intelligently to raise attainment and close gaps
✔ Has a strong grasp of quality assurance processes
✔ Is a skilled coach who develops others rather than directs them
✔ Thrives in a fast-moving, growth-focused environment
Most importantly, you must be able to motivate people. Influence without ego. Challenge without diminishing. Raise standards while raising morale.
Key Areas of Leadership Impact
Curriculum Excellence
Lead coherent curriculum mapping and progression planning
Ensure stretch and challenge for high attainers alongside appropriate support for all learners
Drive cross-department consistency
Assessment & Data Strategy
Train staff in high-impact assessment practices
Embed moderation systems that ensure reliability and fairness
Develop clear intervention pathways for underperformance
Support departments in moving students across grade thresholds
Staff Development
Deliver targeted professional development
Coach Heads of Department
Model outstanding practice
Build leadership capacity across the secondary phase
What We Offer
A supportive and ambitious leadership team
A positive, collaborative working environment
Opportunities for innovation and professional growth
The chance to make a genuine whole-school impact
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.