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Assistant Head Teacher - Heart of the Forest Community School
Forest of Dean
Post Title (Subject) Assistant Head Teacher (Key Stage 3 to 5)
Grade Leadership Group
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Full Time
Contract Maternity Leave (Until 31/08/2027)
Closing Date: 06/03/2026
Interview Date: 18/03/2026
Start Date 01/06/2026
A vacancy has arisen for an acting Assistant Head Teacher from June 2026 – August 2027 to support the Headteacher and deputy headteacher within the leadership team.
The role will require you to take responsibility of the senior phase of school, managing and monitoring quality of education within the phase. Other roles and responsibilities will be decided following interview
To carry out teaching duties, as required, in accordance with the new Ofsted Framework.
This is a key role in our development journey, candidates should have high professional standards and a commitment to developing the teaching and learning of special needs within a supportive provision.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
Copies of our Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on the Vacancies page of our website.
Please note Heart of the Forest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
To apply, see details to the right of this advert by clicking on 'Website' You may need to scroll down to find the actual advert.
Closing Date for Applications: 6th March 2026
Salary: Not applicable
Hours Per Week: Full Time
