Assistant Headteacher Intervention Lead

Summary:

Assistant Headteacher Intervention Lead job opportunity with a focus on raising attainment and supporting vulnerable students.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence, innovation, and student well-being, with a strong community focus and a proven track record of outstanding achievement.

The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Headteacher (Intervention Lead), you will provide strategic leadership to support vulnerable and disadvantaged students, driving improvements in attainment, attendance, and engagement through targeted interventions and evidence-based practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for whole-school intervention to support vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils.
• Lead and evaluate targeted academic and pastoral intervention to improve outcomes across key stages.
• Drive a successful Year 6–7 transition programme, working closely with partner primary schools and families.
• Promote and increase attendance through bespoke strategies and liaison with families and external agencies.
• Implement appropriate intervention and support to improve the attendance of girls and pupil premium/FMS Ever6 students.
• Promote engagement of vulnerable and disadvantaged students in enrichment activities.
• Undertake the role of Educational Visits Coordinator, ensuring safe and inclusive educational experiences.
• Embed and uphold robust safeguarding practices in all decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven middle leadership experience with a track record of improving outcomes for disadvantaged or vulnerable learners.
• Strong strategic thinking and effective operational delivery skills.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, attendance, transition, and intervention strategies.
• Excellent communication skills to inspire staff, students, and families.
• Commitment to inclusive education and social justice.

Preferred

• Experience in leading whole-school intervention strategies.
• Experience in managing educational visits and ensuring student safety.
• Experience with data analysis and outcome evaluation in educational settings.
• Experience with pupil premium and FMS Ever6 support initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £67,898 - £75,049 per annum.
• Comprehensive employee well-being benefits including 24/7 GP access, mental health support, and physiotherapy.
• On-site gym, free flu vaccination, and electric car charging points.