Assistant Headteacher

• Leadership Scale (L10 upwards (£64,691+))
• January 2027 start
• Interviews: w/c 29th September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher to The Turing School, a small community school, 11-16 school in Eastbourne. The Turing School is part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust in the South East.

As Assistant Headteacher, you will work alongside the Headteacher, Executive Headteacher and supportive SLT team to build on our current achievements, taking the school on to the next stage of its development. Successful candidates will be matched to the skillset, experience and attributes we are seeking.

You will be joining The Turing School as it embarks on its next exciting phase.

Swale Academies Trust provides an extensive network to empower all to achieve success. You will be supported and encouraged to work closely with the other schools in the Trust to share best practice.

If you have the ambition, resilience and determination to inspire the next generation of students and staff at The Turing School, we look forward to receiving your application.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

Benefits of Careers at The Turing School

Our staff enjoy:

• Supportive Working Conditions: Experience a work environment optimised for teacher effectiveness and efficiency.
• Innovative, Research-Engaged School: Contribute to pioneering educational research in an innovative environment.
• Career Growth: Benefit from personalised career development and promotion opportunities across the Swale Academies Trust.
• Supportive Leadership: Receive unwavering support from a friendly, evidence-informed leadership team.
• Collaborative Culture: Engage regularly with colleagues fostering a strong sense of community.
• Professional Development: Participate in a nationally recognised, evidence-informed learning & development programme with a flexible approach to professional learning.
• Staff Well-being: Enjoy dedicated weeks without meetings, an annual wellbeing day, a staff wellbeing lounge, and excellent facilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager for an informal discussion. gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at and 01323 465700.

Applications should be made via TES or by submitting a SAT Application Form to gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.