Deputy Headteacher (Relationships, Behaviour & Attendance)

Deputy Headteacher (Relationships, Behaviour & Attendance)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Start Date: January/ASAP
Salary: Leadership Scale (competitive, dependent on experience)

Location: Bexleyheath, Kent

Role Overview

An inclusive and forward-thinking primary school is seeking an experienced and dynamic Deputy Headteacher with a specific focus on behaviour, relationships and attendance. You will work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to inspire pupils, support staff and foster a culture of high expectations, consistent behaviour standards and excellent attendance.

You will play a key role in strategic leadership, operational management and whole-school improvement, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for behaviour management, attendance and pastoral systems across the school.

• Support the Headteacher in maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and pupil conduct.

• Promote positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and external partners to address barriers to learning.

• Lead, mentor and develop staff to implement effective behaviour and attendance practices.

• Analyse behaviour and attendance data to drive targeted interventions and improvements.

• Act as a visible presence around the school, modelling high expectations of conduct and consistency.

• Support safeguarding and welfare systems to ensure a safe learning environment for all pupils.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership experience within a primary school context, ideally including behaviour and attendance leadership.

• Strong understanding of educational standards, pedagogy and curriculum in primary settings.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Demonstrable impact in improving behaviour culture and attendance outcomes.

• A commitment to inclusive practice, professional development and continuous school improvement.

• Ability to lead with vision, resilience and integrity.

What the Role Offers

• Leadership responsibility within an ambitious and supportive school culture.

• Opportunities to influence whole-school strategy and improvement.

• CPD tailored to leadership development.

• A chance to make a significant impact on pupil experience and learning outcomes.

Additional Information

Please note: Sponsorship cannot be offered for this position Deputy Headteacher role.

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How To Apply

To apply for this Deputy Headteacher, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Deputy Headteacher role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Deputy Headteacher, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Deputy Headteacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Deputy Headteacher post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Deputy Headteacher opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the Deputy Headteacher role within 48 hours.

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