Admissions, Strategic Lead for Safeguarding & Attendance

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 cover membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme two-week, half-term break in October cycle to work scheme For further details on this role and to apply please visit the school’s careers page https://www.phoenixprimary.com/schoolvacancies 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 da