Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour and Attitudes)

South Wirral High School is a co-educational foundation secondary school and sixth form located in Eastham, Merseyside, England. The school prides itself on its community ties, working closely with nearby primary schools to help with students' transition to high school. This commitment is shown in our motto "Raising Aspiration in Partnership with Families and the Community". We focus on the whole educational experience, aiming for success in examinations and other aspects of school life. This includes sports, the arts and as contributors to our community. Extra-curricular activities are an integral part of school life, as we help students to develop the 5 'LORIC' attributes - Leadership, Organisation, Resilience, Initiative and Character. 

The person appointed will join an energetic and creative leadership team with an unswerving commitment to ensure that every student achieves their goals, whatever their circumstances. South Wirral High School is a school that has improved rapidly in recent years, confirmed by its Good Ofsted Judgement in October 2022.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for behaviour and attitudes as a school key performance indicator. They will have significant experience in this area and will be able to evidence clear whole school impact in the areas of behaviour, attitudes and attendance

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership and Quality Assurance of the Pastoral System
• Developing and Implementing Behaviour Policies: Design, promote, and ensure the effective implementation of school-wide behaviour management policies, setting clear expectations for student conduct and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Monitoring and Addressing Behavioural Issues: Oversee the monitoring of student behaviour, identifying patterns or areas of concern, and implementing strategies to address and improve behaviour, including working with staff, parents, and external agencies when needed.
• Supporting Staff Training: Provide guidance and training for teachers and staff on behaviour management techniques, restorative practices, and conflict resolution, ensuring consistent and fair handling of student behaviour across the school.
• Promoting High Standards of Conduct: Foster a culture of high academic and behavioural standards, ensuring students understand the importance of discipline, respect, and responsibility both in and outside the classroom.
• Managing Detentions, Sanctions, and Rewards: Oversee the implementation of disciplinary actions such as detentions, sanctions, and restorative interventions, while also recognizing and celebrating positive behaviour through rewards systems to reinforce good conduct.

This accompanying booklet gives you more information about the personal and professional benefits that will be available to you: Click here to read our booklet

Closing date:                    Friday 29th November 2024, 12 pm (midday)

Interview date:                Week beginning 9th December 2024

There is an opportunity to visit the school on Thursday 21st November at 3:30 pm. 

If you would like to visit, please email: recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk to register your interest.

We are sorry that it will not be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates. Anyone who has not heard of the progress of their application by Wednesday 4th December must assume it has been unsuccessful.

Completed application forms and letter of application, including the names of two referees addressed to the Headteacher, either by post or email to recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk

Please see the school’s website www.southwirral.wirral.sch.uk for further details and an application form.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our school’s website:

http://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/policies/