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Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher

Greenway Junior School · Horsham · West Sussex

Job description

Greenway Junior School is seeking an inspiring and dedicated Assistant Headteacher  to join our passionate and forward-thinking leadership team on a part time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic leader who is committed to inclusive education and has a strong track record of improving outcomes for all learners. 

Your opportunity

This is a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity for a passionate and experienced educator to join GLF Schools as an Assistant Headteacher. Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in the school’s ongoing development by driving high-quality teaching, developing staff, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. 

What we are looking for

  • Experienced Educator & Qualified Leader - You’ll have QTS, a strong teaching background, senior leadership experience
  • Strategic Leadership - Confident in driving school improvement, managing resources, leading change, and embedding high expectations for all learners.
  • Exceptional Communicator & Collaborator - Able to influence, motivate, and build strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, and external partners.
  • Committed to Safeguarding & Inclusion - Deep knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a passionate advocate for equality, social justice, and the wellbeing of every child.
  • Inspiring & Innovative - A forward-thinking professional who brings creativity, resilience, and a positive outlook to school leadership.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Greenway Junior School

Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Junior School our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

  • A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
  • Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
  • 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
  • We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
  • Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

  • Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Flexible working options
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Work life and family friendly policies
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Access to a staff benefits portal
  • Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 2nd November 2026 

Pay Scale: GLF Leadership - L1-5

Contract type: Permanent (60/100ths Weds, Thurs & Fri) 

Closing Date: 23rd Aug 2026 

Interview date: TBA

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About this school

Greenway Junior School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11

Good
Pupils
307
Avg teacher salary
£47,579
Pupil:teacher ratio
22:1
Academy trust
GLF SCHOOLS

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2JS

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Salary
GLF Leadership L1-5
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
16 July 2026
Closing date
23 August 2026

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