Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour & Attendance

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Headteacher to lead Behaviour and Attendance in a vibrant school setting. This pivotal role involves shaping school policies, managing pastoral teams, and ensuring all students thrive in a supportive environment. With a focus on positive behaviour for learning, you will work closely with families and external agencies to enhance student attendance. If you are passionate about education and committed to safeguarding and inclusivity, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of middle or senior leadership in a pastoral role.
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management systems and attendance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic behaviour and attendance policies.
• Oversee and monitor student attendance data and support families.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour & Attendance, Fulford

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Fulford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour & Attendance
Location: Fulford, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS; £31,650 - £49,084 per annum

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

GSL Education are seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Headteacher to lead on Behaviour and Attendance to work at a Client School in Fulford, North Yorkshire starting in September 2025. This is a pivotal role in the senior leadership team, where you will shape and implement a whole-school approach to behaviour and attendance, ensuring every student is supported to thrive.

Assistant Headteacher Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the school’s strategic behaviour and attendance policies.
• Lead and manage a consistent whole-school approach to positive behaviour for learning.
• Oversee and monitor student attendance data, working with families and external agencies to reduce persistent absence.
• Line manage and support pastoral teams including Heads of Year, Attendance Officer, and Behaviour Support staff.
• Be a visible presence around the school, modelling high expectations and supporting a positive climate for learning.

Assistant Headteacher Requirements:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven experience of middle or senior leadership, preferably within a pastoral role.
• Strong knowledge of behaviour management systems and current attendance frameworks..
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Experience working effectively with families, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive education.
• Have an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the position of Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour & Attendance in Fulford, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.