Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND

JR United Kingdom; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND for New Barn School in Newbury. The role involves supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs, ensuring high educational standards, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in curriculum development and a passion for making a positive impact.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits

Cycle to Work

Electric Car schemes

Family support benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH and complex needs.
• Ability to foster a culture of excellence.
• Possible specialist knowledge in SEMH.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Headteacher in ensuring high educational standards.
• Lead on Careers, Enrichment, PSHE, and Staff Training.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and provide visible leadership.

Skills

Experience with complex learning needs

Leadership

Curriculum development

Motivational skills

Job description

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Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and SEND, Thatcham

Client:

Outcomes First Group

Location:

Thatcham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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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, supporting pupils aged 6 to 19 with SEMH and other complex needs.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people with complex learning needs, understanding their impact on learning and behavior, with possible specialist knowledge in SEMH. They should be able to foster a culture of excellence and contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Headteacher in ensuring high educational standards and attainment.
• Lead on areas such as Careers, Enrichment, PSHE, and Staff Training.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and provide visible leadership.

We seek a colleague who:

• Is passionate about making a positive impact.
• Enjoys delivering excellent personal development programs.
• Can motivate and support staff.
• Thinks creatively to engage learners of all levels.

About the School

New Barn School offers a balanced curriculum for children with SEMH and complex needs, utilizing outdoor learning including forest school and farm experiences. Located near Swindon, Oxford, and other towns, it boasts a supportive environment and a strong reputation.

We are part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, committed to innovative approaches and positive outcomes for our pupils.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Life Assurance, Pension, Wellbeing support
• Flexible Benefits including health, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, and family support benefits.

Our focus is on making a real difference in the lives of our pupils, with safeguarding and welfare at the forefront. All applicants will undergo social media and DBS checks. We reserve the right to close early if we receive many suitable applications.