Assistant Head Teacher for Year 3 and 4

Assistant Head Teacher (Year 3/4 Teaching Commitment)

Salary Grade: L4 - L8 Working Pattern: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Required From: 1 September 2026

About the School

Governing, staff and children at Lark Hill Primary School are looking for an experienced and outstanding practitioner to support the Leadership Team. All children deserve the very best and we seek an ambitious, energetic professional with a passion for teaching and learning who is committed to our school values of NURTURE, ACHIEVE and RESPECT.

Purpose of the Job

To share in the leadership and management of the school under the direction of the Executive Headteacher and the Head of School. The post includes a teaching commitment and requires the successful candidate to lead a Phase Team in terms of progress and attainment.

Responsibilities

• Model excellent teaching and professional standards for the whole school community and for partner schools, Christ Church CE Primary and Lewis Street Primary.
• Promote and model the school's values and vision, infusing honesty and integrity into all aspects of school life.
• Develop high quality professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents/carers and Governors.
• Contribute to the development of an inspiring culture for learning across the school.
• Create a stimulating, supportive, organised, interactive and informative learning environment that encourages each child to achieve his/her full potential.
• Play a motivational and leading role in an area that will be discussed at interview.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, energy, creativity and dynamism.

What We Offer

• A friendly and highly skilled staff.
• A welcoming, caring environment where everyone is valued.
• Commitment to professional development including action research and coaching.

Visits

• Wednesday 18 March - 9:30 am
• Thursday 16 March - 9:30 am
• Tuesday 31 March - 1:30 pm
• Other slots may be available on request.

Safeguarding

Lark Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Additional Checks

Position is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure. Overseas checks are required if you have lived or worked abroad for 12 months or more, continuously or in total over the last 10 years while aged 18 or over. For details refer to the UK government guidance.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: Sunday 19 April 2026

Interview/Observation Dates: 7 May and 8 May