Assistant Headteacher- Inclusion at Farlingaye High School

Kesgrave High School; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Farlingaye High School in Woodbridge, part of EAST, seeks an Assistant Headteacher to lead inclusion within the Senior Leadership Team. You will develop strategic directions for SEND, pupil premium and other vulnerable groups, ensuring high‑quality teaching, strong support, and robust systems across the school.

The successful candidate will hold or be working towards the National Professional Qualification for SENCos, and will play a central role in influencing whole‑school improvement,

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improving outcomes for SEND and Disadvantaged pupils.
• Experienced leader who can shape strategy and deliver measurable impact.
• Ability to hold others to account while building strong, professional relationships.
• Deep understanding of inclusive practice and adaptive teaching.
• Excellent communicator with staff, families and external agencies.
• High expectations of self and others, leads by example.
• Experience leading whole‑school improvement initiatives.
• Commitment to ensuring every student is known, supported and challenged.

Responsibilities

• Lead inclusion strategy for SEND, pupil premium and vulnerable groups.
• Ensure high‑quality teaching, robust support, and effective systems.
• Drive whole‑school improvement through strategic planning and performance management.
• Collaborate with staff, families and external agencies to secure outcomes for all pupils.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Inclusion

SEND

Disadvantaged

Communication

Relationship management

Whole-school improvement

Adaptive teaching

Education

National NPQ for SENCos

Job description

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint a high‑calibre Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead inclusion at Farlingaye High School.

This is a pivotal role within the school. You will provide clear, strategic leadership for inclusion, ensuring that pupils with SEND, those eligible for pupil premium, and other vulnerable groups are fully supported to succeed both academically and personally. You will play a central role in ensuring that high‑quality teaching, effective support, and robust systems combine to secure strong outcomes for all.

We would like to hear from you if:

• You have a strong track record of improving outcomes for SEND and Disadvantaged children
• You are an experienced leader who can shape strategy and deliver measurable impact
• You are able to hold others to account while building strong, professional relationships
• You have a deep understanding of inclusive practice and adaptive teaching
• You are an excellent communicator, able to work effectively with staff, families and external agencies
• You have high expectations of yourself and others, lead by example
• You can demonstrate how you have successfully led whole‑school Improvement
• You are committed to ensuring that every student is known, supported and challenged

The successful candidate will either hold, or be willing to work towards, a National Professional Qualification for SENCos.

Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday, 12th October 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 20th October & Wednesday 21st October 2026

EAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share and adhere to this commitment. DBS checks required for all posts.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Bungay High School, Holbrook Academy, Kesgrave High School, Castle EAST School, EAST SCITT and six primary schools Aldeburgh, Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston, Kyson and Saxmundham with whom we work closely with