Assistant Head Teacher

• Location: Beckenham
• Job Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (until 31/08/2025)
• Salary: Leadership Scale (Outer London) - Depending on experience

We are thrilled to be supporting a specialist secondary school with their search for an Assistant Headteacher, with a strategic focus on Behaviour and Attitudes. This role is perfect for current staff members eager to enhance their leadership skills and make a significant impact on our academy’s environment and student outcomes.

• Daily Operations: Oversee the organisation and assurance of academy routines and systems.
• Pupil Progress: Develop and promote high-quality behaviour and attitudes to support pupil progress.
• Pastoral Care: Monitor, implement, and evaluate pastoral aspects to promote pupil progress and achieve appropriate attainment levels.
• Staff Development: Conduct appraisals and support the development of assigned teams.
• Pupil Welfare: Manage pupil pastoral care, including attendance, engagement, and behaviour.
• School Development: Take responsibility for specific aspects of the school development plan.
• Safeguarding: Handle safeguarding duties, including deputising for the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) when necessary.
• Risk Assessments: Produce and deliver risk assessments across various areas, including Remote Learning.
• Community Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships within the academy and the wider community.
• Vision and Values: Develop and deliver strategies to embed the academy’s Vision and Values statement.
• Special Roles: Take on the role of either SENDco or DSL, depending on qualifications and experience.

• Proven experience in educational leadership, particularly in managing behaviour and attitudes.
• Strong understanding of students' pastoral needs and effective strategies for promoting engagement and positive behaviour.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and develop teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection.
• Qualifications for SENDco or DSL roles are advantageous.

• Competitive salary on the Leadership Scale (Outer London).
• Professional development opportunities through leadership roles and responsibilities.
• Being part of a dynamic and supportive community.

To apply for the Assistant Headteacher position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.