Description Hours of work: 32.5 Working pattern: Full-time Closing date: Wednesday 08 October 2025 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Heron Park Primary Academy Dallington Road Hampden Park Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 9EE Phone: 01323 502525 Email: heronparkoffice@heronppa.org.uk Website: https://www.heronparkprimaryacademy.org/ Please note, we do not accept CVs. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. 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 office@heronppa.org.uk or 01323 502525. We would love to hear from you. To find out more or to apply, please follow this link: https://auroraacademies.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-AAT-0217 .