Assistant headteacher - inclusion and senco

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership of Inclusion across the school
• Leading provision for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and vulnerable groups
• Ensuring high-quality inclusive practice across all classrooms to improve outcomes for these groups.
• Monitoring progress, provision and outcomes for pupils with additional needs
• Working collaboratively with families, external agencies and professionals
• Leading staff development to strengthen inclusive teaching, adaptive practice and impactful interventions
• Contributing to whole‑school improvement priorities as part of the Senior Leadership Team

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or the National Professional Qualification for SENDCO
• Is a SENDCO in your current school or setting with a minimum of 5 years successful Primary teaching experience ideally across more than one Key Stage.
• Is committed to high standards, equity and inclusion for every child
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with strong leadership experience
• Has strong communication and partnership skills with parents and external agencies
• Can inspire, support and challenge staff to improve outcomes for all pupils