Ref: SCH-AAT-0217
Establishment: Heron Park Primary Academy Location: Hampden Park Salary: L01 to L05 (£51,772.00 to £57, Department: LEAD Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 08/10/2025 12:00 Interview Date: To be confirmed Start Date: To be agreed
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: Pay Grade: Leadership Pay Scale | L01 - L05
The Role
Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion on a full-time, permanent basis to continue inspiring young minds.
The Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion will lead the staff team to ensure all our pupils achieve their full potential by having responsibility for creating effective pastoral care of all pupils and high standards of behaviour in school.
We would love to hear from you if:
* you have Qualified Teacher Status
* you have experience of leading inclusion and understanding a range of SEND need.
* you have the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination, or are willing to complete it within the first 24-months of appointment
* you have a genuine passion for teaching
* you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* you are committed to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities
In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:
* A supportive team who place our vision of Every Child, Every Moment, Empowered to Achieve and our values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration, at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
* Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
* A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
* A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
* The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
* Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
* Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support
If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Yvonne Streeter on or
Qualifications
Qualification Title
Grade
Qualified Teacher Status
Essential
National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination
or willingness to complete within the first 24-months of appointment
Essential
Skills
Experience
Proven track record in bringing about improvement in pupil outcomes
Essential
Track record in working with, and impacting on, parental engagement
Essential
Experience in leading a curriculum area, with clear evidence of positive impact on teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes
Essential
Evidence of continuing professional development
Essential
Experience of Ofsted processes
Desirable
Experience of leading inclusion and understanding a range of SEND need
Essential
Recent experience in EYFS, KS1, or KS2
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Leadership in pastoral/pupil personal development
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Successful involvement with, and management of, planning and target setting
Essential
Evidence of different leadership and management roles in an educational context
Desirable
Personal Attributes
A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethos
Essential
A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethos
Essential
Safeguarding Information
Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.