Assistant Principal for Behaviour

King's Academy Ringmer; Brighton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programme

Wellbeing days

Eco School initiative

Discounts via My KGA

Job summary

King's Academy Ringmer in East Sussex is seeking an Assistant Principal for Behaviour, Culture and Ethos to join the Senior Leadership Team. You will promote high standards of behaviour, support student wellbeing, and work with staff, parents and external agencies to realise our vision of a respectful, inclusive school.

This role reports to the Principal, salary range L11-L15 on the Leadership Pay Spine, and will be negotiated based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of shaping school culture and improving outcomes.
• Experience leading behaviour and wellbeing initiatives.
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of behaviour and student wellbeing.
• Lead whole-school culture initiatives and ethos development.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Support SLT in shaping school priorities.

Skills

Behaviour leadership

Strategic thinking

Staff development

Public speaking

Job description

• As the Assistant Principal for Behaviour, Culture and Ethos, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for promoting and maintaining high standards of behaviour and overall student wellbeing. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our school culture, supporting students in developing positive behaviours, and working closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to implement our vision of a respectful and inclusive school environment.
• We are looking for an excellent leader; someone who has an aptitude for dealing with students and teachers in a professional manner, modelling behaviours for their team and all staff and students. The successful candidate will be part of a wider team which will further develop the culture and ethos of the school.
• Salary range L11 to L15 on the Leadership Pay Spine
• Accountable to the Principal
• The exact role will be negotiated depending on the candidate's skill set
• The activities outlined in this job description are in addition to those covered by the latest School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document. It may be modified by the Principal, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title.
  Be an experienced leader with a strong track record of shaping culture and delivering sustained improvement.
• Be a confident, visible presence, comfortable leading in the public domain and successfully delivering whole-school priorities.
• Will have significant expertise in behaviour leadership, with a clear understanding of how exemplary behaviour is built and sustained.
• Be a strategic thinker able to diagnose challenges, solve problems, and translate vision into action.
• Be a leader with a clear and ambitious vision for raising outcomes, recognising the central role of culture and behaviour.
• Be inspirational and credible, able to motivate, develop, and empower others to deliver collective impact.
• Be professionally curious and informed, keeping up to date with educational, legal, and national developments.
• Be reflective and well-read, with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong credibility in teaching and learning.
• Be deeply committed to outstanding learning and to the transformational power of education.
• To undertake such other tasks and duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Principal.
  Leaders who create a positive working environment where Teaching and Learning is the priority
• Conscientious and hardworking students in a 'very happy and safe school' (OFSTED 2024)
• A growing school which now is one of the highest performing schools in East Sussex for Attainment 8 outcomes (2026)
• An effective behaviour for learning policy where 'pupils behave well' (OFSTED 2024)
• There is an exceptional programme of enrichment, designed to appeal to all. As one pupil said, representing the views of many, 'This is a school with something for everyone.' (OFSTED, 2024)
• A supportive and collaborative staff body
• An excellent CPD programme and opportunities for progression
• Two week October half term and bespoke wellbeing days
• Academy wide staff benefits and discounts (My KGA)
• The opportunity to work in an Eco School
• A beautiful, rural environment situated approximately 12 miles from the coastal city of Brighton and Hove
• King's Academy Ringmer: King's Academy Ringmer is a rural comprehensive with an ethos of "Honesty, Faith, Courage ". Our most recent Ofsted states "the school has a culture of courtesy and respect" and "pupils are expected to work hard and commit to their learning". Our results are significantly above national average for all students. We offer a broad, 'exceptional' enrichment offer through our Super Curriculum and students say "there is something for everyone". King's Academy Ringmer is also an Eco School and winner of the Department for Education's Sustainability award. King's Group Academies: King's Academy Ringmer is part of King's Group Academies. At King's Group Academies our vision is to provide 'opportunity and success on a global stage' which means we have a vision of a global community of pupils and colleagues whose connection broadens horizons and fosters understanding. Our values of 'Honesty, Faith, and Courage' drive our passion and ensure we collaborate within our UK communities and internationally, promoting global citizenship and cultural awareness. We believe that every pupil deserves a team of dedicated educators and staff who are deeply invested in their success, supported by positive partnerships with parents who hold us to the highest standards. King's Academy Ringmer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts within our Multi Academy trust are exempt for the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all applicants will be required to declare spent and unspent convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent and complete an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)