Director of Sixth Form Behaviour and Inclusion

Barking Abbey School; Barking; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Barking is seeking an outstanding Director of Sixth Form Behaviour and Inclusion. The appointed candidate will develop behavior systems and inclusion strategies while supporting pastoral care for students. An essential part of the role will involve collaboration with senior staff to uphold high expectations and a positive school culture. Candidates should possess QTS and have significant experience in key stage 5 teaching, as well as a proven track record in leadership and student outcomes.

Benefits

Access to CPD opportunities

Supportive staff team

Focus on staff well-being

Qualifications

• Strong track record of improving behavior and attendance.
• At least three years of successful middle leadership experience.
• Ability to thrive in a diverse and ambitious school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of behavior systems and inclusion strategies.
• Manage pastoral care programmes across the Sixth Form.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive high expectations.

Skills

Passion for inclusion

Strong leadership

Ability to analyze student outcomes

Education

QTS

Experience teaching Key Stage 5

Job description

Director of Sixth Form Behaviour and Inclusion Permanent Full-time Salary: L10-L14 (£74,479 - £81,120) Inner London Pay Scale. Take the next step in your leadership journey with Barking Abbey Sixth Form, the highest-performing Sixth Form in Barking & Dagenham. We are proud to be ranked in the top 5% nationally for vocational courses and the top 8% nationally for A Levels. Our commitment to excellence has delivered outstanding outcomes for our students, including:

• Over two-thirds progressing to Russell Group universities (national average: 25%)
• One-third achieving A/A, and over two-thirds achieving A‑B
• 100% success rate for medical‑related university applications
• Highest number nationally progressing to degree apprenticeships
• 18 students awarded full or partial scholarships to US universities

We are seeking an outstanding, dynamic, and dedicated Director of Sixth Form Behaviour and Inclusion to lead Behaviour Systems, Inclusion, and Pastoral Care within our high‑achieving and rapidly growing Sixth Form. Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher for Sixth Form, pastoral leaders and Heads of Year, you will ensure all students receive the guidance, structure and support they need to thrive academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of behaviour systems and inclusion strategies. • Manage pastoral care programmes and support structures across the Sixth Form. • Work collaboratively with senior leadership and teaching staff to drive high expectations and positive culture. • Analyse and report on behaviour, attendance and student outcomes to inform improvement plans.

Qualifications and Experience

• Holds QTS and has recent, significant experience teaching Key Stage 5.
• Has at least three years of successful middle leadership experience.
• Demonstrates a strong track record of improving behaviour, attendance and student outcomes.
• Is passionate about inclusion, pastoral development, and creating a supportive environment.
• Thrives within a diverse, ambitious and forward‑thinking school community.

Benefits

• A supportive and encouraging staff team.
• Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities within and beyond school.
• A school that understands the importance of staff well‑being and workload management.
• A positive ethos with excellent behaviour reinforced by highly visible SLT and centralised behaviour systems.

Barking Abbey is an Ofsted Outstanding heavily over‑subscribed dual campus secondary school in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, with a well‑deserved reputation for academic excellence and a supportive professional environment.

We celebrate our diversity and positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Barking Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including Disclosure check, will be undertaken on all successful applicants. Online searches may be conducted for all shortlisted candidates and will be conducted for all successful candidates as part of our due diligence checks.

Find out more information about what it is like to work at Barking Abbey: https://www.barkingabbeyschool.co.uk/home/join-us/staff-vacancies/.