Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion)

The Orchard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discounts

Free eye tests

Car Benefit Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Orchard Park High School is seeking an Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion) to join the Senior Leadership Team and lead on inclusion, teaching and learning, and student outcomes.

You will work with staff to raise achievement for pupils with SEN, maintain robust SEN records, oversee EHCP requests, attend Annual Review meetings, and support families. The role demands high standards, strategic leadership, and a commitment to the school's ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience leading SEN and inclusion strategies.
• Strong leadership and collaboration with senior staff.
• Ability to develop and monitor inclusive teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Set ambitious targets for raising attainment among pupils with SEN.
• Develop understanding of learning needs among staff and enhance inclusion.
• Write EHCP requests for students requiring high needs support.
• Attend Annual Review meetings and communicate with parents about progress.
• Ensure SEN register is accurate and up-to-date.

Skills

SEN & inclusion

School leadership

Curriculum development

Communication with parents

Education

NASENCO Qualification

Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualification

Job description

At Orchard Park High School, we are looking for a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team and contribute to the continued success of our school community. In this influential role, you will work closely with colleagues to develop teaching and learning, raise standards and create an environment where pupils and staff are supported to achieve their full potential. About the Role As an Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion), you will be an important part of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be expected to lead the school, setting exceptionally high standards for staff and students, and ensure they are met. You will be expected to contribute widely to all areas of the school. You will need to be positive, optimistic and committed with a strong belief that all pupils are capable of excellent conduct and outcomes, and have a track record of success. The role will develop your capacity and knowledge, utilising your skills and understanding of our context whilst providing you with support and guidance to be the very best leader. Key aspects of the role include:

• To work with colleagues to set ambitious targets for raising achievement among pupils with SEN
• To ensure robust tracking systems are in place to collect and interpret specific pupil
• To develop understanding of learning needs amongst staff and the importance of raising achievement among pupils
• To effectively write EHCP requests for those students who are identified as requiring high needs support and funding.
• To attend Annual Review meetings, parent evening consultations keeping parents informed about their child's progress
• To ensure that the support in place is necessary, evidence based, rooted in research and promotes independence
• To support the maintenance of an up to date SEN register of students identified as having special and additional educational needs
• To offer advice, guidance and support to staff with regards to understanding the needs of
• SEN students Are you an inspirational leader who is passionate about improving outcomes and making a lasting difference to the lives of young people?, Good Honours Degree/Post Graduate Qualification
• Relevant postgraduate studies.
• Management and experience of curriculum innovation
• NASENCO Qualification About Orchard Park High School
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation