Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour & Standards

Summary:

Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour & Standards (Non-Teaching) role available at a school committed to high standards and student success.

About the School:

A school with a clear vision and strong leadership, focused on creating a calm, purposeful learning environment where students are ready to learn and achieve consistently strong outcomes.

The Opportunity:

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the behaviour, attendance, and pastoral systems across the school. As an Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour & Standards, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high expectations and fostering a positive, inclusive culture that supports student learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the behaviour, attendance, and pastoral systems across the school.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure consistency and clarity in behaviour management across all areas of the school.
• Provide strategic leadership to a dedicated pastoral team, driving a culture of high standards and positive student experiences.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape whole-school policies and ensure alignment with the school’s values and vision.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behaviour systems, making data-informed recommendations for improvement.
• Engage with students, parents, and external partners to maintain high expectations and promote a shared commitment to student success.
• Support the development of staff through training, coaching, and leadership opportunities.
• Ensure that safeguarding and welfare policies are consistently applied and upheld.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience of leading behaviour and pastoral systems in a secondary school setting.
• Experience of line managing staff and leading teams effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to high standards of behaviour, attendance, and student welfare.

Preferred

• Experience in a senior leadership role within a school or educational setting.
• Experience of working within a multi-academy trust or similar organisation.
• Knowledge of current educational policies and best practices in behaviour management.
• Experience of developing and implementing whole-school improvement strategies.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and permanent full-time contract.
• Opportunities for professional development, coaching, and leadership growth.
• A supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
• A values-driven environment focused on student success and staff well-being.