Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support)

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Dale Primary School is seeking an inspirational Assistant Headteacher to lead SEND, inclusion and pastoral provision while contributing a part-time teaching commitment.

The successful candidate will act as SENDCo, ensuring high standards for vulnerable pupils and a collaborative approach with families, staff and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience leading SEND, inclusion or pastoral provision.
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or willing to achieve within the required statutory timescale.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to equality of opportunity and high aspirations for all pupils.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• 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 and monitor provision for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and vulnerable groups.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, governors and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for children.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and school self-evaluation.
• Support safeguarding, attendance and pupil wellbeing initiatives.
• Teach modelling high-quality teaching and learning.

Job description

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

Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion, SEND and Pastoral Support)

Cherry Dale Primary School

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Teaching Commitment: Part time class teaching commitment

Start Date: January 2027

We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This exciting role combines strategic leadership of SEND, inclusion and pastoral provision with a teaching commitment part time.

The successful candidate will be the school's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo), leading our inclusive ethos and ensuring that all pupils, particularly those with additional needs and vulnerabilities, receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

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 and monitor provision for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and vulnerable groups.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, governors and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for children.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and school self-evaluation.
• Support safeguarding, attendance and pupil wellbeing initiatives.
• Teach modelling high-quality teaching and learning.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven record of improving outcomes.
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or is willing to achieve this within the required statutory timescale.
• Has experience of leading SEND, inclusion or pastoral provision.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and high aspirations for all pupils.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external professionals.

We Can Offer:

• Enthusiastic, happy and caring children.
• A supportive and dedicated staff team.
• A commitment to professional development and leadership growth.
• Strong support from governors and senior leaders.
• Opportunities to shape and develop inclusive practice across the school.

Cherry Dale Primary School is an inclusive school with a wonderful community of children, parents and staff. We have very high expectations of all our children who are offered a knowledge rich curriculum in a fantastic setting.

The successful candidate will be offered:

• The opportunity to work with an effective and dedicated team.
• Enthusiastic, supportive governors and parents.
• Well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn.
• Excellent opportunities for furthering your professional development.
• A chance to make a real difference to our school and build on existing good practice.

Cherry Dale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cherry Dale Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

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