SEND Deputy Head of Year (Non-Teaching)
Location: Redbridge
Salary: £27,954 - £29,202 pro rata (FTE £32,535 - £33,987)
Contract: 36 hours per week | 44.8 weeks per year
Start Date: Easter 2026
Aspire People are working in partnership with a high-performing secondary academy in East London to recruit an experienced and motivated SEND Deputy Head of Year.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to play a key role in supporting vulnerable learners and strengthening inclusive practice within a well-established pastoral team.
SEND Deputy Head of Year - About the Role
You will work closely with senior pastoral leaders and the SEND team to promote a culture of high expectations and ensure that students with additional needs are fully supported to achieve their potential.
You will help develop inclusive practice across your year group, establish a SEND satellite hub, and maintain strong communication with parents and external agencies to deliver effective, personalised support.
SEND Deputy Head of Year - Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and support the academic, social and emotional progress of vulnerable students
* Work collaboratively with pastoral and SEND teams to improve outcomes
* Support attendance, behaviour, rewards and sanctions within your year group
* Contribute to assemblies and year-group initiatives
* Maintain strong communication with parents, carers and external professionals
* Promote consistent routines, expectations and school values
SEND Deputy Head of Year - The Ideal Candidate
* Experience working in SEND, inclusion or pastoral support roles
* Confident in tracking progress and using data to inform interventions
* Strong communication and people-management skills
* Positive, flexible and proactive approach
* Committed to safeguarding and supporting young people
SEND Deputy Head of Year - Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking trust that values staff development, collaboration and high standards of care.
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks