Assistant Headteacher

This is an exciting time to be joining both this school and our Trust of 13 schools, comprising six primaries, six secondaries and a University Technical College. At Ascot Road Primary School, we believe that seeing our school in action is the best way to understand its warmth and potential. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to arrange a visit prior to submitting their application. To arrange a visit, please contact Leann Beasley at lbeasley@ascotroad.herts.sch.uk We would be delighted to welcome you. To apply please complete the online application form which includes your supporting statement. Your statement should outline how your experience to date has prepared you for this specific role and how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification. The closing date for applications: Monday 5 October 2026 at 9.00 am. Interview date: Thursday 15 October 2026 For a full job description, please visit the Danes Educational Trust recruitment website by clicking here. The Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment applications at Danes Educational Trust When you apply for a role at Danes Educational Trust, it is important to us that we hear your voice throughout your employment history and your personal statement. If you use AI tools to support your application, we won’t be able to hear your voice. We therefore request that you do not use AI tools to write any part of your employment application. We reserve the right to reject applications which we believe have been AI-generated either wholly or in part.