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Westcroft School

Assistant Head

  • Bideford, South West
  • Full time, Temporary

Found by HiredNow AI on 18 Sept 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Salary: 54394

Main Purpose of the Role

  • Lead and oversee Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1, and the Read Write Inc program
  • Class based teacher in KS1 classroom for 0.6 days
  • Model outstanding classroom practice and support colleagues to raise teaching standards
  • Contribute to the strategic leadership of our large, rapidly improving school
  • Promote and uphold the school’s commitment to safeguarding and equality

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Read Write Inc
  • Support and develop high-quality teaching and learning across these areas
  • Act as a role model of outstanding classroom practice, coaching and mentoring staff as needed
  • Contribute to whole-school self-evaluation and school improvement planning
  • Work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team
  • Ensure robust safeguarding procedures are in place and adhered to at all times
  • Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the school
  • Foster strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the community
  • Seek permission from your Governing Board for temporary release if currently employed elsewhere

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Assistant Head

Westcroft School · Bideford, South West

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