Assistant Headteacher

Headteacher: Nicola Harmer

Salary: L3-8 depending on experience

Start Date: September 2026

Children of today, Champions for tomorrow.

The School:

We are a vibrant and diverse community, putting learning at the heart of all that we do. We nurture children to prepare them for the opportunities and challenges of an unknown, yet exciting future.

The Post:

At Brentfield School, we are proud to work in close partnership with our community to improve the life chances of every child. We are now seeking a passionate and highly experienced leader to join our team in September 2026.

We are looking for an Assistant Head to join our senior leadership team. The successful candidate, under the direction of the Deputy Head be responsible to leading EYFS and KS1. You will lead and promote Maths, Science and Computing, including AI across the school. This is a non-classed based position however the successful candidate will have a teaching commitment as part of the role.

At Brentfield, you'll find:

• Children who are curious, motivated and eager to learn
• A supportive, welcoming and collaborative staff team
• High-quality CPD and genuine career development opportunities
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and manageable workload
• A pre-start induction in July to help you feel confident and prepared for September

Following our most recent OFSTED inspection staff shared that:

"Leaders manage workload well. They are approachable, provide timely support and listen to our views. Training is useful, and there are welcomed opportunities to share teaching approaches. There is a strong sense of teamwork among the staff."

We are proud of our culture of teamwork, professional respect and shared ambition.

The Person:

We Are Looking For An Assistant Head Who:

• Can improve standards and practice through modelling excellence in teaching and learning.
• Can provide support for staff in improving their classroom practice and improving outcomes for all children
• Develop teachers through support and effective and efficient feedback
• Is a role model for the whole school community, setting high professional standards and supporting the vision, ethos and culture of the school
• Promotes equal opportunities and challenge all forms of prejudice
• Develops and sustains effective partnerships with parents / carers
• Is fully committed to safeguarding

How to apply:

Application packs can also be downloaded from the school's website via the button below.

We warmly welcome and strongly encourage visits to the school - come and see our community in action.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Rebecca Pierre on or email

Join us and be part of a team that believes every child can succeed and every teacher can thrive.

Closing date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 (midday) / Interviews: Friday 22nd May 2026.

Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check and digital screening.