Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour & Attendance Leader

Outcomes First Group; Albaston; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Health benefits

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Copper Fields School in Gunnislake, Cornwall, seeks an ambitious Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour and Attendance to join the Senior Leadership Team. You will shape whole-school behaviour and attendance strategies, drive improvement and ensure every student can engage, achieve and thrive.

Joining as a key leader, you will balance strategic leadership with classroom teaching, develop personalised curricula, and foster a culture of respect, inclusion and high expectations across the school.

Qualifications

• QTS or relevant teaching qualification (desirable).
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Significant experience within a leadership, pastoral, behaviour or attendance-focused role.
• A strong understanding of effective behaviour systems and strategies that improve attendance and engagement.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop staff, fostering accountability and professional growth.
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using data to evaluate impact and drive improvement.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and ensuring all students can access and succeed within the curriculum.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and emotional intelligence.
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes and life chances for students.

Responsibilities

• Leading whole-school strategy for behaviour, attitudes and attendance.
• Driving a positive, safe and inclusive school culture built on clear expectations and strong relationships.
• Supporting the strategic leadership and day‑to‑day management of the school.
• Line managing, coaching and developing staff to achieve high standards and positive outcomes.
• Monitoring attendance, behaviour and student engagement, using data to inform improvement.
• Working closely with students, families and external agencies to provide effective support.
• Contributing to school improvement planning and the ongoing development of policies, systems and procedures.
• Supporting curriculum development and helping shape a personalised learning experience for all students.
• Promoting high‑quality teaching, learning and curriculum provision across the school.
• Ensuring effective safeguarding, student welfare and risk management practices are maintained.

Skills

Leadership experience

Data-driven

Communication

Organisational skills

Emotional intelligence

Inclusive practice

Education

QTS

GCSE English/Maths

Job description

Copper Fields School in Gunnislake, Cornwall, seeks an ambitious Assistant Headteacher - Behaviour and Attendance to join the Senior Leadership Team. You will shape whole-school behaviour and attendance strategies, drive improvement and ensure every student can engage, achieve and thrive.

Joining as a key leader, you will balance strategic leadership with classroom teaching, develop personalised curricula, and foster a culture of respect, inclusion and high expectations across the school.