Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, Behaviour and Safeguarding)

Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion, Behaviour and Safeguarding.An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen within a forward-thinking provision setting in North Essex.We are seeking a dynamic, resilient, and compassionate senior leader to take on a key strategic and operational role focused on behaviour, attendance, safeguarding culture, and reintegration support. This is a highly impactful position within a specialist learning environment supporting children and young people who require significant additional pastoral, emotional, and behavioural support to re-engage with education.This role would suit an experienced or aspiring leader who is passionate about inclusion, trauma-informed practice, and improving outcomes for some of the most vulnerable learners in education.About the RoleThe successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping a positive, consistent, and relational approach to behaviour, attendance, and school culture. Working closely with senior leadership, staff teams, and external agencies, you will help ensure that every learner is supported to feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn.Key aspects of the role include:Leading on behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding culture across the settingSupporting whole-school improvement planning with a focus on vulnerable learnersCoaching, mentoring, and supporting staff to deliver consistent and effective practicePromoting high expectations while embedding relational and restorative approachesSupporting ..... full job details .....