Assistant Headteacher: Inclusive SEND Curriculum Lead

Shaftesbury; Poole; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaftesbury Education is seeking an experienced, values-led Assistant Headteacher to lead curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment in our specialist setting for students with ASC, PMLD and complex needs. This is a key leadership role shaping an ambitious, inclusive curriculum.

You will ensure a coherent, purposeful curriculum across pathways, with strong assessment, data use and collaboration with families and external professionals.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with specialist or inclusive experience.
• Strong knowledge of SEND curriculum and assessment.
• Experience leading curriculum or teams.
• Ability to use assessment to improve outcomes.
• Confidence working with families and professionals.
• Understanding of safeguarding, EHCPs and preparation for adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and quality assurance of curriculum across all pathways.
• Ensure sequencing, accessibility and alignment with EHCP outcomes.
• Maintain coherence across the whole school.
• Secure strong, evidence-informed teaching practice.
• Develop meaningful assessment systems.
• Use data to drive improvement and identify priorities.
• Develop and support leaders and staff.
• Work with families and external professionals.
• Contribute to evaluation, planning and inspection readiness.

Skills

QTS

SEND curriculum

Curriculum leadership

Assessment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status with specialist or inclusive experience

Job description

Shaftesbury Education is seeking an experienced, values-led Assistant Headteacher to lead curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment in our specialist setting for students with ASC, PMLD and complex needs. This is a key leadership role shaping an ambitious, inclusive curriculum.

You will ensure a coherent, purposeful curriculum across pathways, with strong assessment, data use and collaboration with families and external professionals.