Assistant Principal - Attendance, Behaviour and Standards

Summary:

Assistant Principal - Attendance, Behaviour and Standards job opportunity at a leading state boarding school.

About the School:

A school committed to inspiring global citizens through excellence in education, with a strong focus on student development, international outlook, and ethical leadership.

The Opportunity:

As Assistant Principal - Attendance, Behaviour and Standards, you will play a pivotal role in driving sustained improvements in student conduct, attendance, and behaviour for learning. This is a strategic leadership position that supports the school’s mission by ensuring a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement robust systems and interventions to improve attendance, behaviour, and student conduct.
• Use data to identify trends, remove barriers to learning, and support student success.
• Work closely with the Principal and leadership team to embed long-term improvements across the school.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, equity, and safeguarding.
• Collaborate with staff, students, families, and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for students.
• Support and lead co-curricular and personal development programmes, including sport, music, drama, and public speaking.
• Ensure consistent application of school policies and procedures across all student groups.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within education.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to drive sustained improvement.
• Demonstrated success in improving attendance and behaviour outcomes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Preferred

• Experience with data-driven decision making in educational settings.
• Background in co-curricular or personal development programme leadership.
• Experience working in a state boarding school or similar environment.
• Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate curriculum.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to a wide range of co-curricular and personal development activities.
• Strong commitment to work-life balance and staff wellbeing.