Job role: Assistant Headteacher Grade: Leadership Scale, points L6 - L10 Contract Type: Permanent Basis: 5 days per week (Full time) Start date: 13th April 2026 Closing Date: 23rd February 2026 Interview Date: 26th February 2026 We are seeking an experienced and committed Assistant Headteacher with SENCo responsibilities to join our Senior Leadership Team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, culture, and inclusive practice of Beaufort Special School, supporting the development of high-quality teaching and outstanding provision for pupils with SEND. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will lead staff in delivering personalised learning, ensure statutory compliance, and provide strategic oversight of our SEND provision. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the growth and success of a brand-new school and make a real difference in the lives of young people. Key Leadership Responsibilities • Serve as a core member of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting the Headteacher in leading and managing the school. • Undertake delegated duties to ensure the smooth daily operation of the school. • Contribute to school improvement planning, including reviewing and implementing the School Improvement Plan. • Lead on establishing policies and procedures that support the school's aims and drive pupil progress. • Manage and deploy staff and resources effectively to achieve school priorities. Strategic SENCo Responsibilities • Oversee the development and implementation of the school's SEND policy. • Monitor and evaluate SEND provision across the school, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and the SEND Code of Practice. • Raise attainment and achievement for pupils with SEND through targeted support and interventions. • Build strong, collaborative relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. • Promote aspirational outcomes for pupils with a wide range of needs. Experience & Qualifications Required • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). • Proven leadership and management experience within a school setting. • Strong teaching experience with evidence of positive impact on pupil outcomes. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills. • Ability to articulate a clear vision, inspire colleagues, and lead change effectively. • Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable. You may be required to undertake other reasonable duties/remits as required by the Head Teacher. We are proud of our strong community ethos, and our vision is to bring together our curriculum, our people, and our community in a way that transforms lives. The Head Teacher will play a pivotal role in shaping this vision and turning it into a lived reality for every child and family. In negotiation with the successful candidate, the start date for this post will be as soon as possible. Informal enquiries and visits to the school are warmly encouraged. These can be arranged by contacting the recruitment manager Samrina Banaris at: recruitment@beaufort.bham.sch.uk We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Closing date for applications is 22nd February 2026 February 2026 Shortlisting will take place on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Interviews will take place on Thursday 26th February 2026 This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means that, when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.