Assistant Headteacher, Pathfinder CofE Primary School

The Pathfinder CoE Primary School

Part of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT)

is seeking to appoint an

Assistant Headteacher

Payscale: L1 – L4

Commencing: April 2026 or September 2026

Pathfinder CoE Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a committed Assistant Headteacher to join a vibrant team of enthusiastic, hardworking individuals.

About Role

We are looking for an experienced leader who will act as an excellent role model; exemplifying a high standard of teaching and promoting high expectations for all members of the school community. For further information about the role, please download the job description attached.

About you:

Be a reflective practitioner with strong leadership skills
Have experience of leading an aspect of the curriculum
Have experience of developing and implementing teaching and learning initiatives
Have experience of teaching within Key Stage 2
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Be enthusiastic, ambitious and serious about improving children’s life chances through education
Be highly organised, conscientious and able to set clear priorities when managing a busy workload
Be able to work cooperatively and communicate clearly with fellow colleagues, parents and pupils
Have a ‘can-do’ attitude and able to work flexibly and professionally
Share our vision and values and be ready to contribute to school life beyond the classroom
If you choose to join us, our promise is to offer you:

· Career progression opportunities internally and/or across a large number of DEMAT schools.

· A supportive work environment with a Trust that understands the importance of enhancing health and wellbeing at work with 24hour access to our Employee Assistant Programme

· GP 24/7 service and access to an online health and wellbeing hub

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Access to Eyecare Vouchers

· Annual flu vaccinations

· A generous pension and annual leave entitlement

· Inclusive policies and practices

· Well-behaved and enthusiastic children.

· Strong links with the community and local church groups.

Onsite visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged: to arrange an appointment please call Marie Baggaley-Gray (office coordinator) on 01954 584801 or email: office@pathfinderschool.org.uk

Closing Date: 28 January 2026 at midday

(We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications)

Interview Date: w/c 2 February 2026

Safer Recruitment

The Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust (DEMAT) is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

DEMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of DEMATs due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.