Assistant Headteacher (Catholic Primary School)

Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour and Pastoral Care

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Salary: £49,781 - £54,939 per annum (FTE, Leadership Scale L1-L5)
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: Midnight, 4th December 2024
Interview Date: TBC

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and compassionate leader to join the senior leadership team at a thriving school as Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Behaviour and Pastoral Care.

This is a key role in shaping the school’s culture and ethos, ensuring outstanding standards of behaviour, pastoral care, and support for all pupils. As part of the leadership team, you will help drive the school’s next phase of development, working collaboratively with dedicated staff, supportive governors, and the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and management of behaviour and pastoral systems, fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment.
• Lead and inspire staff to uphold the highest standards of pastoral care, promoting resilience, respect, and personal development among pupils.
• Work closely with the Headteacher, SENDCo, parents, and students to embed the school’s values and maintain a nurturing environment where every child is supported to thrive.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behaviour and pastoral initiatives, ensuring they align with the school’s vision and priorities.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be an inspirational leader with a passion for student well-being and personal development.
• Have a proven track record of school leadership, with experience managing behaviour and pastoral systems.
• Be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a cohesive team.
• Uphold the school’s distinctive ethos and values, fostering a culture of excellence and inclusion.
• Be committed to high expectations and equality for all pupils, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

What We Offer:

• A small, friendly school with a warm, supportive, and dedicated team.
• An opportunity to make a tangible difference and shape the future of the school.
• A collaborative and supportive governing body, staff, and parish community.
• Professional development opportunities and a commitment to staff well-being as part of the Trust’s Staff Charter.
• Auto-enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust.
• The chance to be part of a Catholic school community committed to achieving excellence through collaboration and growth.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate leader to contribute to the success of the school and support students in both their academic and personal journeys.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and help shape the future of this school, we would love to hear from you. Apply with a copy of your CV and a member of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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