Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support)

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Dale Primary School is seeking an inspirational Assistant Headteacher to lead inclusion, SEND and pastoral support. This key role combines strategic school improvement with a practical teaching commitment, reporting to the Headteacher and working with governors and families to secure the best outcomes for all pupils.

The successful candidate will act as SENDCo, drive inclusive practice, and ensure robust safeguarding, behaviour management and wellbeing across the school.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and a strong track record in leading inclusion and SEND.
• Understands the SEND Code of Practice and current inclusion priorities.
• Experience working with families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND, inclusion and pastoral provision.
• Fulfil the SENDCo responsibilities in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Lead provision for SEND, disadvantaged pupils and other vulnerable groups.
• Develop and implement systems for early identification and support.
• Collaborate with staff, families, governors and external agencies.
• Lead staff training and development in SEND, inclusion and adaptive teaching.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement planning, monitoring and self-evaluation.
• Support safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and pupil wellbeing initiatives.
• Model excellent classroom practice with a part-time teaching commitment.

Skills

Leadership experience

QTS

SEND Inclusion

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National SENCo Award or willingness

Job description

Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support) | L1-L3 | Cherry Dale Primary School

Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support)

Cherry Dale Primary School

Salary: Leadership Scale L1-L3
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Teaching Commitment: Part-time teaching commitment
Start Date: January 2027

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated and ambitious Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader to play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of our school whilst leading inclusion, SEND and pastoral provision.

The successful candidate will serve as the school's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) and will champion our inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.

Working closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, governors, staff and families, the successful candidate will contribute to school improvement priorities and help secure the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

The Role

As Assistant Headteacher, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND, inclusion and pastoral provision across the school.
• Fulfil the statutory responsibilities of the SENDCo in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Lead, monitor and evaluate provision for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and other vulnerable groups.
• Develop and implement effective systems to ensure early identification and support for pupils with additional needs.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, governors and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for children.
• Lead staff training and development in relation to SEND, inclusion and adaptive teaching.
• Contribute significantly to whole-school improvement planning, monitoring and self-evaluation.
• Support safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and pupil wellbeing initiatives.
• Model excellent classroom practice through a part-time teaching commitment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes.
• Has successful leadership experience and the ability to inspire, motivate and support others.
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or is willing to achieve this within the required statutory timescale.
• Has a thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current inclusion priorities.
• Has experience of working effectively with families and external agencies.
• Is committed to high expectations, inclusive practice and ensuring every child succeeds.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

We Can Offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive and caring school community.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning.
• A dedicated and supportive staff team.
• Committed governors and supportive families.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• The opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, an online search and all other statutory pre-employment checks.

Cherry Dale is committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff andvolunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be requiredto undertake all necessary safer recruitment checks.

Cherry Dale is committed to equality of opportunityand welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support) | L1-L3 | Cherry Dale Primary School

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