Assistant Headteacher

LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT SCHOOLS; Wembley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalkhill Primary School in Wembley Park seeks an Assistant Headteacher for SEND and Inclusion. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive environment, leading a team, and ensuring support for students' academic and personal growth. This leadership position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the community and shape the future of the school.

Qualifications

• Experience as SENDCO in current or previous roles.
• Proven track record of leadership and management.
• Ability to drive high standards for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead an inclusive culture for students.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement planning.
• Lead a dedicated team for outstanding outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Inclusion

Problem Solving

Resilience

Reflection

Education

National SENDCO Award

Job description

Head Teacher: Mr Cloete

Salary: Leadership Scale Inner London (Depending on experience)

Hours: 32.5

Chalkhill Primary has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to undertake the role of Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for SEND and Inclusion, joining our successful and forward-thinking leadership team.

The School:

Chalkhill Primary School is in Wembley Park, Brent, and our mission is to provide a world-class education for all the young people within our community to ensure that every pupil is safe, happy, and succeeds. We now have over 450 pupils from Nursery to Year 6.

The Post:

You will play a key strategic role in shaping and leading a truly inclusive culture and ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive, both academically and personally. You will be a passionate and skilled leader with a deep understanding of inclusion and SEND provision, and a proven ability to drive high standards for all learners. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to whole-school improvement planning while leading a dedicated team of professionals to secure outstanding outcomes for students with additional needs. You will also champion inclusive practice and ensure it remains central to the ethos and vision of the school.

The Person:

We invite applications from candidates with the following attributes for this role:

• Experience of the role of SENDCO in current or previous roles;
• A proven track record of leadership and management;
• National SENDCO Award (or the ambition to undertake this award within 12 months of assuming the role);
• Passionate about making a difference to the lives of children;
• Resilient, reflective, and solution-focused.

Visits to the school are welcomed. Please call the school reception to arrange a visit at 0208 904 4508.

Closing Date: 19th June 2025.

Interview Date: TBC.

Start Date: TBC.

To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.