At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic improvements in safeguarding, attendance, and family engagement at Phoenix Primary School.
- Company: Join a rapidly improving school within the Beyond Schools Trust, committed to innovation and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance, comprehensive induction, and support from a dedicated well-being team.
- Other info: Encouraging visits to the school and applications from diverse backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your leadership career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in safeguarding, admissions, and strong relationship-building skills with families.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about making a tangible difference to children’s lives? Do you thrive on building strong relationships with families, leading strategic improvement and championing inclusion? If so, Phoenix Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented professional ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
At Phoenix, we are not standing still. We are a rapidly improving school with a clear vision, high aspirations and an unwavering commitment to ensuring every child thrives. As part of the Beyond Schools Trust, we are building a culture where innovation, inclusion and excellence sit at the heart of everything we do.
This is not a traditional attendance role. This is a unique strategic leadership opportunity where you will influence whole-school improvement through attendance, safeguarding, admissions, family engagement and community relations. You will be a key member of our wider leadership team, working directly with the Headteacher, safeguarding leaders and governors to improve outcomes for children and families.
The role includes acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and leading the school’s admissions and family engagement strategy.
In return we offer:
- A comprehensive induction programme.
- Growing well-being team with Mental Health Lead supporting children and staff.
- A Healthy Work-Life Balance and a committed SLT.
- A happy and caring community.
- Care First employee assistance programme.
- Non-contributory membership of Benenden private health care.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Two-week, half-term break in October.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Jo Penn on 01634 829009 or via email jpenn@phoenixprimary.com.
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications.
Safeguarding commitment: Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory 'Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check'.
Equality & Inclusivity Statement: At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.
Admissions, Strategic Lead for Safeguarding & Attendance in Chatham employer: Phoenix Primary School
Phoenix Primary School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of students and staff. With tailored working hours that respect your work-life balance, comprehensive induction training, and a strong focus on wellbeing, you'll find ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within our vibrant community. Join us to lead by example in a role that values hands-on leadership and fosters a caring campus atmosphere.
