An evaluation framework for panels appointing an assistant headteacher: a role that usually leads one whole-school priority while still teaching. 2026 edition, aligned to the Ofsted Schools Inspection Toolkit (for use from September 2026), Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 and the Headteachers' Standards, scaled to the assistant head role.
What's inside
- Sections covering getting to know you; contributing to school culture and vision; leading a whole-school priority or portfolio; curriculum, teaching and achievement; attendance and behaviour; inclusion and SEND; personal development and wellbeing; professional development; working in partnership; and safeguarding
- Each section mapped to the relevant Ofsted toolkit area and Headteachers' Standard
- A 1 to 5 scoring rubric describing what each level of answer looks like
- A safeguarding section scored Met or Not met, with KCSIE 2026 prompts
- Space for panel notes and section scores for each panel member
11-page PDF, suitable for primary and secondary schools.
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