Lead Practitioner 10 - 12 (Salary) £63,888 - £66,994
Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion (Secondary)
Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion (Secondary)
Hertfordshire, Bushey
Permanent, Full-time
Fringe L10 – L12 (£63,576 - £66,665)
September 2025
An exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher has arisen to work at our Secondary School, starting in September 2025.
We are looking for a new Assistant Head Teacher who is keen to be actively involved with all aspects of school life.
At our Hertfordshire Secondary School, we pride ourselves in providing great opportunities for learning. We are very proud of the achievements of our pupils and of our community, embedding a culture of courage, compassion and thankfulness in our school.
The wellbeing of every student is of a high priority for us as we believe this is at centre of their development. TPP (Trauma Perceptive Practice) is the golden thread that we are weaving throughout our school, where compassion, kindness and empathy drive our approach to supporting pupils.
Building strong relationships across the whole school community are at the heart of what we do and our mission is to Nurture Life in All its Fullness.
What we're looking for - Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion:
1. a willingness to learn and strive for excellence
2. high expectations
3. a passion for making learning accessible and enjoyable
4. supportive of staff in developing their knowledge and expertise in working with SEND children
5. ability to liaise closely and effectively with parents and outside agencies in Essex
6. good communication skills
7. effective implementation of statutory and regulatory frameworks
8. ability to work with and report to Governors
9. can manage the Learning Support Assistant Team
10. a willingness to participate in all aspects of school life
11. a student centred approach that is inclusive of everyone
12. excellent teamwork skills
13. an innovative approach to learning and teaching
14. a proactive nature and a keen willingness to improve
15. excellent organisational and analytical skills
In addition the successful Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion candidate will hold the National SENDCo qualification.
In return we can offer our Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion:
16. A firm commitment to you and your professional development
17. Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues, staff and Governors
18. Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference
19. Positive, well behaved and happy students
You will be able to scaffold and extend student's learning and develop their independent thinking through appropriate questioning as well as being committed to consistency, inclusion and challenge.