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Assistant Headteacher

Walton Leigh School

Walton-on-Thames

Applications close
12 October 2026

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Job details

Location
Walton-on-Thames
Working pattern
Full time
Applications close
12 October 2026

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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.

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Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School employer
Posted by the original source
23 September 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
30 September 2026

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