[260520R1] Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion

Malmesbury Park Primary School; Bear Cross; On-site; GBP 54,394 - 60,145; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TPS pension

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Malmesbury Park Primary School in Bournemouth is seeking an Assistant Headteacher Inclusion to start January 2027 (or earlier). The role leads SEND provision across the school and includes management of the Resource Provision for pupils with social and communication needs, SEND team staff and Inclusion team.

The post holder will provide strategic leadership of inclusion, acting as the school's SENDCo and contributing to Senior Leadership Team development, with duties aligned to the School

Qualifications

• Experience leading inclusion and SEND provisions in primary settings.
• Knowledge of SEND legislation and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to work as part of senior leadership to improve pupil outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of inclusion across the school including SEND and Resource Provision.
• Fulfil statutory SENDCo duties and contribute to senior leadership as a member of the SLT.
• Oversee SEND provision to ensure high-quality outcomes for pupils with SEND across the school.

Skills

Inclusion leadership

SENDCo responsibilities

Strategic leadership

Job description

Malmesbury Park Primary, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an Assistant Head Teacher responsible for Inclusion to start in January 2027 (or earlier).

Assistant Headteacher Inclusion

Location: Malmesbury Park Primary, Lowther Road, Bournemouth BH8 8LU

FTE Salary Range: L3 - L7, £54,394 - £60,145

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Hours: 32.5 per week, Monday to Friday

About the Role

The Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion will be responsible for the SEND provision across the school, including the Resource Provision for pupils with social and communication needs, SEND team staff, Inclusion team.

Core Purpose

As Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, the post holder will provide strategic leadership and operational management of inclusion across the school, ensuring high quality provision and outcomes for all pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The role includes full responsibility as the school's statutory SENDCo while contributing to the wider leadership and development of the school as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

All teachers are required to carry out the duties of a teacher as set out in the current School Teachers Pay & Conditions document.

About the School

Malmesbury Park Primary School is vibrant and inclusive multicultural primary school located in the heart of Bournemouth and a part of the Reach South Academy Trust.

At Malmesbury Park, we are proud to celebrate the rich diversity of cultures, languages, and backgrounds that make up our wonderful school community. We believe that this diversity is one of our greatest strengths, creating a dynamic learning environment where children can grow, learn, and develop mutual respect and understanding.

Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff work tirelessly to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that caters to the individual needs of each child, ensuring that they leave our school as confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals.

About the Trust

Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 21 academies in Devon, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.

Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation.

Teachers within Reach South belong to a national community of professionals, and benefit from a wide range of networks and development opportunities across the Trust. In time, our best teachers are able to work across schools, develop specialisms and step up to leadership roles within and beyond their own academy. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike.

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

Next Steps

If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at [e-mail].

Closing date: for applications is 27th September 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Thursday 8th October 2026

To apply: for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert.

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.