Job Description

Salary

Leadership Points 14-18

Contractual hours

32.5

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Leadership

Location

Sutton

Job category

Leadership

Date posted

09/05/2025

Job reference

GST-R1157



We are looking for a

Assistant Headteacher Behaviour and Attitudes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Greenshaw High School and become an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Assistant Headteacher will be a member of the school's Senior Leadership Team and play a major role in the strategic development of the school, as outlined below. The exact scope of the role (line management of specific year groups, oversight of particular sections of the school) will be finalised during the summer term as all Senior Leadership Team roles are reviewed. However, the postholder will be likely to line manage several year groups and support the school's oversight of behaviour across the school. They would have support in this from a fellow Assistant Headteacher, and be line managed by our Senior Deputy Headteacher.

Behaviour at Greenshaw High School is excellent. This was confirmed by two very positive Ofsted inspections in the last two years. The first report (October 2023) was an ungraded inspection, but the report stated "Behaviour in lessons is excellent" and that "Pupils are very polite around the school. They hold doors open for staff and thank them when they do the same". The second report (October 2024) was graded, and rated Behaviour and Attitudes as Outstanding.

Our approach to behavior management is founded upon two pillars. The first is that we take a relational approach to behaviour management based around five key expectations: Do as asked first time; Be safe and considerate; Be ready to learn; Show respect to pupils, staff and the school; and Persevere with learning. The second is that we have clear and predictable routines that are familiar and calm for our young people. This encompasses our first contact with every young person on their entry to our site, to the familiar routines in every classroom. We have worked incredibly hard to create an environment that allows all pupils to thrive, and invested in staff training to develop skills of high-quality classroom management. With our young people we promote an ethos of self-regulation, where pupils can learn to accept responsibility for their own conduct.

When necessary we ask pupils to hold a corrective conversation with a member of staff on the same day to ensure the young person is able to understand if something has gone wrong, put it right and start the next school day afresh. This is in line with our relational approach, and something that lies at the heart of our values.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To contribute to the strategic leadership and development of pastoral and behaviour systems, ensuring the highest standards of student behaviour and attitudes to learning. To provide effective line management and leadership of identified team leaders responsible for behaviour. Work closely with staff responsible for support of vulnerable students, including those with responsibility for attendance, safeguarding, LAC students, and pupils with SEND. To have a comprehensive understanding of the interventions across the school to support behaviour and self-regulation, and understand their effectiveness. To lead aspects of the School Improvement Plan and Self Evaluation relating to behaviour and attitudes. To model outstanding practice in the classroom, including teaching, planning and feedback in line with the Greenshaw Principles of Teaching*

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

Share the responsibility for the leadership of the school and contribute to the decision making processes of school leadership. To take a lead in the maintaining of high standards of behaviour and dress.
To have a visible presence in corridors and ensure care for the environment and the fabric of the building, including assisting with lunch-time supervision and gate duty. To espouse and actively promote the ethos and policies of the School. To communicate and consult with governors, staff, students, parents and members of the wider school community. Managing staff and resources, including adding to the capacity of the existing senior team (chairing PSPs, leading readmission meetings, supporting day to day needs).

What's in it for you:

Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.



Closing date for receipt of applications is

19.05.2025

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.



We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.



Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.