Average Assistant Headteacher salary in the UK

Are you a highly organised, proactive, and experienced Personal Assistant seeking a rewarding and impactful role supporting a Headteacher in Blackburn? Do you possess exceptional administrative and communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced educational environment? If so, we want to hear from you! The Role: We are seeking a highly efficient and professional Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to our Headteacher. This is a pivotal role within the school, requiring discretion, initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills. You will be the first point of contact for many stakeholders and will play a key part in the smooth and effective operation of the Headteacher's office and the wider school. Key Responsibilities: Manage the Headteacher's diary, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings efficiently.Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling enquiries with professionalism and discretion via phone, email, and in person.Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.Manage incoming and outgoing mail and emails (including Gmail), prioritising and responding appropriately.Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodation as required.Assist with the preparation of agendas and minutes for meetings (including those held via Google Meet), ensuring follow-up actions are tracked using tools like Google Tasks.Liaise effectively with staff, students, parents, governors, and external agencies.Assist with school events and projects as required, potentially using Google Calendar for scheduling and collaboration.Manage office supplies and ensure the smooth running of the Headteacher's office.Undertake other administrative tasks as required by the Headteacher. About You: Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, ideally within an educational setting or a similarly demanding environment.Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines effectively.Strong IT skills, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets).Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgement.Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity.A proactive and flexible approach to work.A genuine commitment to supporting the Headteacher and the wider school community. Desirable: Experience working within the UK education system.Familiarity with school administration procedures and relevant software.Proficiency in using Google Workspace for collaboration and organisation.Experience managing social media accounts or website updates (beneficial for school communication).First Aid certification. Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Contract Type: Permanent. Salary: Up to £36k (NEG). Start Date: May 2025 or sooner. Benefits: Opportunity to work in a supportive and rewarding educational environment in Blackburn.Access to professional development opportunities. How to Apply: If you are a highly organised and dedicated individual with the skills and experience to excel as a PA to our Headteacher in Blackburn, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to . Please mention "PA to Headteacher Application - Blackburn" in the subject line. Closing Date for Applications: 25th April 2025. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning Location: Leeds Contract Type: Full-time £56,000 - £63,000 Start Date: 21st April 2025 We are happy to accommodate and highly recommend a school visit. We have a very exciting opportunity for an innovative and inspirational leader to join a successful and forward- thinking SEN school. The school has high aspirations for all of their learners, and their offer gives them the opportunity to experience and understand the world around them, enables them to achieve their full potential and equips them with the tools they need to play a successful role in the world beyond school and into adulthood. We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher with the drive, vision and commitment to excellence. Your key responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the senior leadership team to develop and implement the school's vision for SEN provision.SEN Assessment: Oversee the identification, assessment, and tracking of students with SEN, ensuring their needs are met effectively.Teaching and Learning: Provide guidance and support to teaching staff in implementing effective teaching strategies for students with SEN.Parent and Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships with parents, guardians, and the wider community, ensuring they are well-informed and involved in their child's education.Staff Development: Lead and support the professional development of staff members involved in SEN provision. Qualifications and Experience: Qualified teacher status (QTS) and a strong background in education.Proven experience in leading and managing SEN provision within a school setting.A deep understanding of SEN legislation, best practices, and strategies.Strong leadership and communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive and inclusive school culture. About us: We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core. Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)Free CPD sessionsYour own dedicated consultant£150'Refer a Friend’ bonusWellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners How to apply: You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the GDPR requirements.

Assistant Headteacher - Havering, London - September 2025 Are you an experienced primary teacher looking for the next step in your career? Perhaps you are an experienced Assistant Head looking for a new opportunity starting in September? Would you like the opportunity to lead curriculum, assessment and outcomes across the school? A 2 Form Entry Primary School located in Havering, London are seeking an Assistant Headteacher to join them in September 2025 on a full time and permanent contract. ** Assistant Headteacher** Havering, London** September 2025** Salary negotiable - MPS 5 up to L14 ** 2 Form Entry** OFSTED Good ** FREE onsite GYM** FREE staff car park & local to station** Great progression Due to the school wanting to expand their leadership team, the Headteacher of this primary school is looking to appoint an Assistant Head who can teach and lead on Curriculum, Assessment and outcomes across the school. The ideal candidate for this Assistant Headteacher role must be an outstanding class teacher and have experience as an Assistant Headteacher or middle management such as year group or phase lead. This school are open to teacher who have an EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Teaching background. You must hold QTS and have experience of the UK National Curriculum. This school can also offer progression into a Deputy Headteacher role within 2-3 years. This primary school can offer: Laptop for everyoneFitness equipment free for all staff to useA large library for teachers and studentsA huge bank of resources for teaching and learningFun staffroom environmentStaff social events through the yearTailored CPD/ education and training opportunties Leadership timeTraining available for NPQML/ NPQSL qualification The ideal Assistant Headteacher: Highly ambitiousExperienced teacher and middle or senior leaderReal passion for teachingResilientDriven and have a willingness to learn If this a role that is of interest to you then please contact Yasmin Boffa @ Academics on or send your CV to Assistant Headteacher - Havering, London - September 2025