Assistant Headteacher
Walton Leigh School · Walton-on-Thames, South East
Assistant Headteacher at Walton Leigh School, based in Walton-on-Thames, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Walton-on-Thames, South East
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 12 Oct 2026
Reference 0588f69370a4993e34b95955925c5a456e3215c6
About the role
Assistant Headteacher
Salary: L13 – L17 on the Fringe payscale
Start date: January 2027
Closing date of advert: 9am Thursday 8th October 2026
Interview date: Monday 12th October 2026
We are seeking an exceptional and inspiring Assistant Headteacher to join Walton Leigh School, a welcoming and ambitious special school for young people aged 11–19 with severe and complex learning difficulties.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear passion for inclusive education and an unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with complex additional needs. They will be a highly motivated, reflective and compassionate leader who works collaboratively with staff, pupils, families and external professionals to ensure every learner flourishes within a positive, caring and nurturing environment.
You will play a key role in leading teaching and learning, developing staff expertise and embedding consistently high-quality practice across the school. Working alongside the Deputy Headteacher and senior leadership team.
Reference: 0588f69370a4993e34b95955925c5a456e3215c6 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 12 Oct 2026 · Listed via Walton Leigh School
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