Make a lasting impact on school culture and student success

Wilden View School is seeking an inspiring and resilient Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour, Attitudes and Culture to join our senior leadership team.

This is a pivotal role at the heart of our school, leading the development of a positive, inclusive and aspirational culture where every student can thrive. You will champion high standards of behaviour, drive personal development, and ensure all pupils experience a safe, structured and enriching school life.

About the role

Working closely with the Headteacher, you will:

• Lead the strategic direction for behaviour, attitudes and school culture
• Create a culture of success, with high expectations for all students
• Oversee the implementation and impact of behaviour systems and policies
• Analyse behaviour and pastoral data to inform improvement strategies
• Lead and develop the pastoral team
• Drive PSHE and personal development across the school
• Support high levels of engagement, attendance and inclusion
• Model excellent teaching through a timetabled teaching commitment

You will also play a key role in whole-school leadership, contributing to strategic planning, staff development and continued school improvement.

About you

We're looking for a dynamic leader who:

• Has successful leadership experience in a school setting
• Brings strong pastoral expertise and a passion for student development
• Can inspire staff and students to achieve the very best outcomes
• Has experience working with SEND learners (desirable)
• Demonstrates resilience, emotional intelligence and high expectations

If you would like further information on this role or to book on a tour, please contact the school business manager Kathryn De Freitas via Kathryn.DeFreitas@theauroragroup.co.uk or school reception on 01562 541191.

Tours:

Monday 1st June 9.30am

Tuesday 9th June 2pm

Thursday 11^th June 11am

Closing date: 19/06/2026 at 12pm.

How to apply?

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details.  If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at karen.barnfield@the-aurora-group.com

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. 

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.