Assistant Headteacher - Provision

Assistant Headteacher - Provision Leadership Scale: L8 - L12 Required from September 2026 St Mark's CE School is one whole school community, where we create a sense of belonging for all who enter our school. Our core Christian values of love, belonging and service are nurtured and modelled through high standards by excellent staff. We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher to share in and support the leadership of the school. You will be a visible leader of the school, with high expectations of behaviour, pastoral care and educational standards. In addition, you will support the senior leadership team in operational matters in the school, including community matters, as well as lead the strategic direction and standards of pastoral provision across the school. Furthermore, you will ensure that all the children in secondary are able to learn and achieve to the best of their ability by coaching and supporting staff, and ensure the school provision meets the expected standards and delivers strong progress and outcomes. About the Role The successful candidate will:

• To be a visible leader of the school, with high expectations of behaviour, pastoral care and educational standards
• To help lead the school in the policies and practises of continuous school improvement and staff development.
• To lead on key actions from the school improvement plan.
• To lead appraisals for teachers as directed by the Head of School
• To support and guide teachers in teaching and learning and leadership as directed by the senior leadership team.
• To support the senior leadership team in operational matters in the school, including community matters
• To oversee staff deployment including cover
• To have oversight of careers and work experience
• To lead the strategic direction of the curriculum
• To maintain at least "Good" progress in teaching responsibilities by upholding the Teacher Standards
• To uphold and promote the distinctive Christian character of the school.
The full job description can be found in the Applicant Information pack on the school website. What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who has:
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Successful experience of subject leadership and/or Pastoral
• Successful teaching experience
• Qualification (eg NPQSL, NPQML) in leadership
• Expert knowledge of legislation and guidance on curriculum requirement and understanding of the use of timetabling programmes to manage staff deployment efficiently and effectively
• Understanding of high-quality teaching and learning strategies in the subject, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and staff
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
• Commitment to always act with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial integrity and reputation of the school
• Knowledge and experience of data analysis, manipulation and interrogation to evaluate standards and raise achievement
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to equality and safeguarding
The full person specification can be found in the Applicant Information Pack Why Join us?
• A strong Christian ethos where love, service, and belonging are lived daily
• A supportive senior leadership team that values pastoral work
• A school community where pupils are known, valued, and listened to
• Opportunities to shape and strengthen whole-school pastoral practice
• A role that balances strategic leadership with meaningful pupil contact
What We Offer
• Membership of the Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Secure on-site car parking
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential 24/7 counselling support
• Access to a Benefits Hub, offering a range of discounts and offers
• Occupational Health support
• On-site hot and cold food options
• Access to online training and personal development courses
• The opportunity to work in a brand-new, high-specification school environment
• Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to make a meaningful contribution within a caring and ambitious school community. How to Apply Closing date: 11:55pm on Tuesday 12th May 2026 Applications can be made directly via the school website: https://www.stmarksschool.co.uk/community/vacancies-at-st-marks/ Please return completed applications to: recruitment@st-marks-southampton.org.uk Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to call candidates for interview and appoint to the role before the closing date. Safeguarding Statement St Mark's Church of England School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Southampton City Council is an equal opportunities employer.

We are seeking someone who has:
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Successful experience of subject leadership and/or Pastoral
• Successful teaching experience
• Qualification (eg NPQSL, NPQML) in leadership
• Expert knowledge of legislation and guidance on curriculum requirement and understanding of the use of timetabling programmes to manage staff deployment efficiently and effectively
• Understanding of high-quality teaching and learning strategies in the subject, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and staff
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
• Commitment to always act with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial integrity and reputation of the school
• Knowledge and experience of data analysis, manipulation and interrogation to evaluate standards and raise achievement
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to equality and safeguarding
The full person specification can be found in the Applicant Information Pack Why Join us?
• A strong Christian ethos where love, service, and belonging are lived daily
• A supportive senior leadership team that values pastoral work
  
  St Mark's CE School is one whole school community, where we create a sense of belonging for all who enter our school. Our core Christian values of love, belonging and service are nurtured and modelled through high standards by excellent staff.
  
  A school community where pupils are known, valued, and listened to
• Opportunities to shape and strengthen whole-school pastoral practice
• A role that balances strategic leadership with meaningful pupil contact
What We Offer
• Membership of the Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Secure on-site car parking
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential 24/7 counselling support
• Access to a Benefits Hub, offering a range of discounts and offers