Assistant Headteacher

KS2 Lead Teacher – Progression to Assistant Headteacher

Location: Newham, London Borough of NewhamStart Date: Sep 2026Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (with AHT progression available for the right candidate)

Reeson Education is proud to be supporting a high‑performing primary school in Newham, East London, in the search for an inspiring and ambitious KS2 Lead Teacher to join the team from Sep 2026.

About the School

• A well‑established two‑form mainstream primary school serving a richly diverse community.
• Graded Outstanding by both Ofsted and the Diocesan Inspection, with a warm, inclusive and values‑driven ethos.
• Strong emphasis on integrity, service, and academic excellence, supported by a dynamic and skilled teaching team.
• A focus on developing the whole child, blending academic rigour with creativity, character education, and pastoral care.
• High expectations and clear routines create a calm, purposeful learning environment.
• Accessible by public transport – no on‑site parking available.

About the Role

• Strategic leadership of Key Stage 2, including mentoring colleagues, overseeing curriculum delivery, and tracking progress.
• Deliver high‑quality, engaging teaching in Year 6 or other KS2 classes as needed.
• Play a lead role in preparing children for end‑of‑key‑stage assessments, ensuring progress and achievement across the phase.
• Work closely with SLT to support whole‑school initiatives, assessment and CPD planning.
• Opportunity to take on whole‑school responsibilities and contribute to the development of teaching and learning.
• This role has a clear progression route to Assistant Headteacher, with the timeline and development plan tailored to your experience.

Who We’re Looking For

• A qualified teacher (QTS) with substantial KS2 experience, ideally including Year 6.
• A proven excellent classroom practitioner, with a track record of strong pupil outcomes.
• Confident and inspiring, with the ability to lead and support colleagues with clarity and empathy.
• Someone who thrives on challenge and has a commitment to high expectations and continuous improvement.
• Able to lead by example, model best practice, and drive forward the school’s vision for excellence in teaching and learning.
• A team player with a sense of humour and a genuine love of working with children.
• An understanding of, and respect for, the school’s ethos is essential – practising faith not required.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive SLT, committed to developing leaders from within.
• Strong partnerships with families, governors and the local parish community.
• A well‑structured and engaging curriculum, with clear frameworks for planning and assessment.
• Access to ongoing CPD, including leadership coaching, NPQ programmes, and leadership training where desired.
• A collaborative team culture with shared planning, regular phase meetings, and time to reflect and grow.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

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