Assistant Headteacher -Attendance and Safeguarding Lead
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 January 2026 |
| Location: | Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5DP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8d1c641f-4f72-469c-9ec9-c3efb662be62 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are intentionally seeking a candidate with a proven track record of impact. You should apply if:
• You are a strategic specialist: You possess a deep, nuanced understanding of the legislative and practical landscape of safeguarding and attendance.
• You drive results: You can demonstrate where your leadership has directly improved outcomes, engagement, or culture in a previous setting.
• You lead through others: You have the emotional intelligence and authority to motivate a diverse team of specialists, fostering a culture of high support and high accountability.
• You are resilient: You possess the professional grit to navigate complex cases and the determination to ensure no student falls through the gaps.
What the school offers its staff
For a leader with the right mindset, Warden Park offers a powerful platform:
• Impact: A pivotal role in shaping the academy’s future direction and long-term resilience.
• Collaboration: A chance to work within an experienced Leadership Team, collaborating with expert leads of Inclusion.
• Growth: We are committed to developing all our Leaders and you will be supported,
We are looking for an exceptional practitioner who is ready for the rigors of whole school leadership. If you have the energy to inspire and the precision to deliver, we want to hear from you.
If you are looking for a role that will challenge and test your skillset and you would like to be considered for this post, please download an application pack (available on our website www.wardenpark.co.uk). Please email your completed application form and covering letter, or direct any questions to jobs@wardenpark.co.uk
We welcome potential applicants to come and visit the school prior to the closing date. Please contact jobs@wardenpark.co.uk to book a tour on one of these dates:
• 12th January 9am
• 15th January 9am
• 20th January 9am
• 23rd January 9am
Please note: We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.
Commitment to safeguarding
Warden Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to the equality of opportunity, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed along with other relevant employment checks.
We are intentionally seeking a candidate with a proven track record of impact. You should apply if:
• You are a strategic specialist: You possess a deep, nuanced understanding of the legislative and practical landscape of safeguarding and attendance.
• You drive results: You can demonstrate where your leadership has directly improved outcomes, engagement, or culture in a previous setting.
• You lead through others: You have the emotional intelligence and authority to motivate a diverse team of specialists, fostering a culture of high support and high accountability.
• You are resilient: You possess the professional grit to navigate complex cases and the determination to ensure no student falls through the gaps.
What the school offers its staff
For a leader with the right mindset, Warden Park offers a powerful platform:
• Impact: A pivotal role in shaping the academy’s future direction and long-term resilience.
• Collaboration: A chance to work within an experienced Leadership Team, collaborating with expert leads of Inclusion.
• Growth: We are committed to developing all our Leaders and you will be supported,
We are looking for an exceptional practitioner who is ready for the rigors of whole school leadership. If you have the energy to inspire and the precision to deliver, we want to hear from you.
If you are looking for a role that will challenge and test your skillset and you would like to be considered for this post, please download an application pack (available on our website www.wardenpark.co.uk). Please email your completed application form and covering letter, or direct any questions to jobs@wardenpark.co.uk
We welcome potential applicants to come and visit the school prior to the closing date. Please contact jobs@wardenpark.co.uk to book a tour on one of these dates:
• 12th January 9am
• 15th January 9am
• 20th January 9am
• 23rd January 9am
Please note: We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.
Commitment to safeguarding
Warden Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to the equality of opportunity, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed along with other relevant employment checks.