Assistant Headteacher

Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team at an exciting point in the school’s development. This post represents an expansion of the current team and comes at a time when the school has already made significant progress. We are therefore looking for a colleague who will both recognise and build upon these successes, and who is excited by the opportunity to help shape the next stage of the school’s development as we strive to become exceptional. The precise areas of responsibility will be shaped around the strengths of the successful candidate, complementing those of the existing leadership team.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

As part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online/social media search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates as per guidance from Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

Personal attributes

We need a strong, effective practitioner and leader who will bring their passion for education and school leadership to this exciting role.

To play a key role in the leadership and management of the school.
To support students to achieve the highest standards of attainment and progress that they are capable of, and to develop their independence as learners, enabling them to access their chosen next destination.
To contribute to the culture of academic innovation and enrichment.
To support, develop and hold accountable Curriculum Leaders in empowering all their students to achieve or exceed their potential.
To lead and develop a key area of the school’s improvement strategy (depending on the strengths and skills of the post holder).
Be mindful of staff and student workload and wellbeing while fulfilling all aspects of the role.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team, contribute to whole school Leadership and Management.

Salary & Benefits

Salary - L11-15: £66,368-£73,104 per annum

CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Rewards and Recognition Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Dedicated Staff Wellbeing team

Location

Shevington High School
Shevington Lane
Shevington
Wigan
WN6 8AB

Supporting documents

Application pack - Assistant Headteacher

Teacher Application Form

Deadline and how to apply

Application forms to be returned to Mrs L Thompson lthompson@shevingtonhigh.org.uk

Closing date: 24^thFebruary 2026