Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND

Hillingdon Manor School; Newbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillingdon Manor School seeks an Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and SEND to lead initiatives supporting students with complex needs. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, emphasizes teamwork, and promotes a nurturing environment for both students and staff. The successful candidate will have a strong background in educational leadership and a passion for positively impacting young lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Health checks

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience with young people with complex learning needs.
• Understanding of how these needs impact learning and behaviour.
• Passionate about changing lives for the better.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Inclusion and foster a culture of excellence.
• Assist in strategic and operational leadership.
• Model outstanding classroom practice.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of SEMH

Curriculum design

Coaching

Creative engagement

Job description

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Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND

New Barn School

• Newbury
• Permanent

Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday

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Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND

Location: New Barn School, Newbury, RG20 8HZ

Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We are recruiting an Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND for New Barn School in Newbury. Our well-established schools support pupils aged 6 to 19 with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), as well as other complex needs.

Who we are looking for

We seek an Assistant Headteacher to lead on Inclusion. The successful candidate will have experience working with young people with complex learning needs and understand how these needs impact learning and behaviour. Knowledge of SEMH and curriculum design principles is essential. You will foster a culture of excellence for learners and staff and contribute to curriculum development at New Barn School.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Headteacher in ensuring high educational standards through strategic and operational leadership of areas such as:
• Careers and Work Experience
• Enrichment, Trips and Visits
• PSHE
• Staff training on personal development
• Model outstanding classroom practice as a senior leader
• Provide visible leadership through school duties, behaviour support, and stakeholder engagement

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Is passionate about changing lives for the better
• Delivers excellent personal development programs
• Motivates and coaches staff for outstanding practice
• Thinks creatively to engage learners of all levels

About the School

New Barn School offers a balanced curriculum for pupils aged 6–19 with SEMH complexities. The school utilizes outdoor learning, including forest school, farm experiences, and horse riding. It is within commuting distance of Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, and Reading.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

We provide a stable, secure environment where pupils can develop skills and confidence to fulfill their potential.

Part of Acorn Education, we offer career development opportunities. Acorn is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils, part of Outcomes First Group, leading sector innovation and outcomes.

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you’ll receive:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
• Access to mental health support and health checks

Additional benefits include:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support

We are committed to safeguarding pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Whether in city or rural settings, you’ll be part of a dynamic team, helping individuals achieve their personal goals.

Hours: 30 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday

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