Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal Behaviour and Attitudes

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Principal to lead on Behaviour and Attitudes within a growing, values-driven secondary education setting in Berkshire. This Assistant Principal role sits on the Senior Leadership Team and plays a pivotal role in shaping culture, safeguarding, attendance and student wellbeing.

As Assistant Principal
, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for behaviour systems, pastoral leadership and safeguarding. The Assistant Principal will act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and will work closely with the Headteacher and wider SLT to ensure the school provides a calm, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.

The successful Assistant Principal will lead by example, maintaining a highly visible presence around the school. This Assistant Principal position requires someone confident in driving consistency, supporting staff, and holding high expectations for students and colleagues alike.

Key responsibilities for the Assistant Principal include leading behaviour improvement strategies, overseeing attendance and welfare, and line managing the pastoral team. The Assistant Principal will quality assure behaviour systems, alternative provision and student tracking, ensuring early intervention and strong outcomes.

As Assistant Principal
, you will support staff through training, coaching and quality assurance activities, embedding consistent practice across the school. The Assistant Principal will also contribute to whole-school leadership, policy development and reporting to governors and trust stakeholders.

This Assistant Principal role is ideal for a senior leader with strong safeguarding experience, a clear moral compass and the ability to motivate both staff and students. The Assistant Principal must demonstrate resilience, integrity and a commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing.

The school offers a supportive leadership environment, opportunities to influence whole-school culture, and the chance for an Assistant Principal to make a genuine impact during an important phase of development.