Job Description

Salary

Salary calculated in line with Outer London Leadership pay scale, points LS13-17

Contractual hours

32.5

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Leadership

Location

Croydon

Job category

Leadership

Date posted

11/09/2025

Job reference

GST-R1411

The Greenshaw Learning Trust is 'Always Learning'

We're looking for a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our friendly, supportive team at Orchard Park High School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust

About the role:

As an Assistant Headteacher, you will be an important part of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be expected to lead the school, setting exceptionally high standards for staff and students, and ensure they are met. You will be expected to contribute widely to all areas of the school. You will need to be positive, optimistic and committed with a strong belief that all pupils are capable of excellent conduct and outcomes, and have a track record of success.

The role will develop your capacity and knowledge, utilising your skills and understanding of our context whilst providing you with support and guidance to be the very best leader.

With the Headteacher and Leadership Team:

Share responsibility for school policies, decision-making and strategic planning Develop an ethos of extremely high expectations of staff and students Take full accountability for key areas of the school's work Manage staff and resources Monitor progress towards the achievement of the school's aims and objectives Be a highly visible presence around the school and model expectations of staff and students Have a strategic overview of your areas Contribute to the development of all areas of the school

About Orchard Park High School:

Orchard Park is one of the most successful schools in the area, performing well above the national average for progress 8. The school is highly successful and we are proud of its ambitions and diverse community. We pride ourselves on routines, systems and excellence. We are a calm, happy and high achieving school, providing the very best education to all.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

We can offer you:

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation


Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is

11.59 pm on Sunday 5th October 2025.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible after appointment. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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