Havering Schools Jobs
Assistant Head Teacher
- Employer: St Edward’s Church of England Academy
- Reference: SCH/26/336577
UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
St Edward's Church of England Academy
London Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9NX
Tel. 01708 730462
Email: info@steds.org.uk
www.steds.org.uk
Headteacher: Ms Jodie Hassan
Assistant Head Teacher
Contract Hours: Full Time
Salary: Outer London Leadership Pay Range L10 - L14 (£68,799 - £75,433 per annum)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
St Edward’s Church of England Academy continues to grow and prosper, and we are now seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher and SENDCo to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal and exciting time. At St Edward’s, inclusion sits at the heart of everything we do.
This role offers the opportunity to lead SEND provision strategically while contributing meaningfully to whole school leadership in a community that genuinely values people, purpose and wellbeing. We are a school where staff are supported to work hard without losing sight of home life, health and balance. We believe that the best outcomes for young people come from adults who feel trusted, listened to and empowered.
The successful candidate will:
- Lead and further develop a whole school culture of inclusion
- Ensure exceptional SEND provision and ambitious outcomes
- Work collaboratively with families, staff and external agencies
- Model compassionate, values driven leadership
- Share our commitment to enabling students to live life in all its fullness
This is a rare opportunity to make a deep and lasting difference — not only to outcomes, but to lives. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
- A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
- Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)
- A supportive working environment.
We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment. We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex. If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact the Maria Driscoll (Headteacher’s PA) on info@steds.org.uk
We look forward to receiving your application
. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.
To apply, please visit https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/310984HSJ
Closing date: 09:00am, 11 May 2026
Interviews: From Wednesday 13 May 2026
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.
It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.
Equal OpportunitiesHavering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
How to apply
To apply, please visit https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/310984HSJ