Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND

Oxford Outcomes; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and SEND at New Barn School. The role involves strategic leadership, fostering excellence among learners, and contributing to curriculum development. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex learning needs and a passion for improving lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension options

Mental health support

Health checks

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with complex learning needs.
• Good understanding of how SEMH needs impact learning and behaviour.
• Passion for personal development and improving lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Headteacher in ensuring high educational standards.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and demonstrate visible leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Creativity

Job description

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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

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth in service, 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 who have social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), as well as other complex needs.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher to lead on Inclusion. The successful candidate will have experience working with young people with a range of complex learning needs and a good understanding of how these needs impact learning and behaviour. You may have specialist knowledge of pupils with SEMH. You will be expected to foster a culture of excellence among learners and staff, and contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Headteacher in ensuring high educational standards through strategic and operational leadership in areas such as Careers, Enrichment, PSHE, and Pupil Voice.
2. Model outstanding classroom practice and demonstrate visible leadership through duties and stakeholder engagement.

We Are Looking For a Colleague Who:

• Is positive and passionate about improving lives
• Has a passion for personal development
• Can motivate and coach staff
• Thinks creatively to engage learners of all levels

About The School

New Barn School offers a broad curriculum for children aged 6–19 with SEMH. It utilizes outdoor learning including forest school, farm experiences, and horse riding. The school is accessible from Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, and Reading.

We are proud to be a 'Great Place to Work' and committed to providing a supportive environment to help pupils reach their potential.

Why join Acorn Education?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Life Assurance, Pension options, mental health support, health checks, and flexible benefits through Vista, such as health benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, electric car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media screening and DBS checks.