Assistant Headteacher - Attendance, Behaviour, Inclusion & DDSL

Assistant Headteacher - Attendance, Behaviour, Inclusion & DDSL

Leadership Scale L3-L5 (Inner London) | £64,187 -£66,935 per annum
Permanent | Full Time - September 2026 start
London Borough of Haringey

Hays Education is proud to be working in partnership with a successful and highly inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Haringey to recruit an exceptional Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Attendance, Behaviour and Inclusion, alongside serving as the school's Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and values-led leader who is passionate about ensuring every child can thrive, regardless of background or circumstance. The successful candidate will join a committed senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving pupil outcomes, strengthening inclusivepractice and ensuring that safeguarding remains at the heart of the school's work.

About the School
Our client is a well-established community primary school serving a diverse and vibrant local community in North London. The school caters for children aged 3-11 and has astrong reputation for inclusivity, nurturing relationships and high expectations for all pupils. The school was judged Good by Ofsted, with inspectors highlighting the welcoming culture, positive behaviour, ambitious curriculum and effective support for pupils with additional needs.

The Role
As Assistant Headteacher, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for:

Attendance

Leading the school's attendance strategy and driving continuous improvement.
Analysing attendance trends and implementing targeted interventions.
Working closely with families, external agencies and school staff to reduce persistent absence.
Developing positive relationships with parents and carers to promote excellent attendance.
Ensuring robust monitoring, reporting and compliance with statutory attendance requirements.Behaviour and Culture

Leading and embedding a positive behaviour culture across the school.
Supporting staff in implementing high expectations and consistent behaviour systems.
Coordinating interventions for pupils requiring additional behavioural support.
Monitoring behaviour data and using evidence-informed approaches to improve outcomes.
Working proactively with families and external professionals where additional support is needed.Inclusion and SEND

Championing inclusive practice and ensuring all pupils have equitable access to learning.
Supporting the development and implementation of provision for vulnerable learners.
Contributing to strategic planning around SEND, pastoral support and wider inclusion priorities.
Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils with additional needs.
Promoting a culture where all children feel safe, valued and able to succeed.Safeguarding (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead)
As a key memberof the safeguarding team, you will:

Serve as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and support all aspects of safeguarding practice.
Work alongside senior leaders to ensure robust safeguarding systems and procedures are maintained.
Manage referrals, liaise with external agencies and contribute to multi-agency working.
Support staff training and the ongoing development of a strong safeguarding culture.
Play a visible role in promoting pupil welfare, wellbeing and child protection across the school.The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking an exceptional practitioner and leader who can demonstrate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Successful leadership experience within a primary school setting.
A strong track record of improving attendance, behaviour, pastoral provision or inclusion outcomes.
Experience contributing to safeguarding and child protection processes.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, families, staff and external partners.
A deep commitment to inclusion, equity and raising achievement for all learners.
Strong analytical, organisational and strategic leadership skills.
The ability to inspire, challenge and support colleagues to achieve excellence.Previous DDSL experience would be advantageous, although high-quality safeguarding experienceand a willingness to undertake further training will also be considered.

What the School Offers

A welcoming, inclusive and diverse school community.
Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and succeed.
A supportive and collaborative senior leadership team.
Opportunities for professional growth and future leadership development.
Strong partnerships with families and external agencies.
A chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families within the local community.Salary

Leadership Scale L3-L5 (Inner London)
£64,187 - £66,935 per annum

How to Apply

Hays Education is managing this recruitment process on behalf of our client. If you are an experienced middle or senior leader with a passion for inclusion, safeguardingand improving outcomes for children, we would welcome your application.

This role offers an outstanding opportunity to shape school culture, lead meaningful improvement initiatives and make a lasting difference to the lives of pupils and families.

Hays Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments aresubject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures.

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