Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral, Behaviour & Attendance)
Location - Scunthorpe
Salary - Up to £55,000

Leader Group is working on behalf of a specialist SEND school to recruit a dedicated and experienced Deputy Headteacher with a strong focus on behaviour, pastoral care, and attendance.

About the Role

This is a key leadership position within a specialist setting, ideal for a passionate and resilient professional who is committed to improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

You will take strategic and operational responsibility for behaviour, pastoral provision, and attendance, ensuring that every pupil is supported to engage positively with education. Working closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team, you will help create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive.

About the School

This specialist SEND school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong emphasis on building relationships, promoting positive behaviour, and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on behaviour management strategies, ensuring a consistent and effective approach across the school
• Oversee pastoral care systems, supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Drive improvements in attendance through targeted interventions and close monitoring
• Support staff in managing challenging behaviour, providing guidance, training, and coaching
• Work closely with families, carers, and external agencies to support pupil progress and wellbeing

• Contribute to whole-school leadership, helping to shape policies and drive continuous improvement

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Proven experience working with pupils with SEND, particularly SEMH needs
• Strong leadership experience in behaviour and/or pastoral roles
• Calm, resilient, and solution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners to succeed

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to make a real impact in a specialist SEND setting
• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• A rewarding role with scope to shape behaviour and pastoral strategy

• Competitive salary and career progression opportunities

If you are an experienced SEND practitioner ready to step into (or further develop in) a senior leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

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