Assistant Headteacher SENCO at Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham

Chiltern Way Academy Wendover; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and provide strategic leadership of SEND provision across the academy. This exciting role combines senior leadership responsibilities with oversight of SEND practice, ensuring outstanding educational outcomes and inclusive opportunities for all students.

The successful candidate will lead SEND provision, drive improvements in teaching and intervention programmes, oversee EHCPs and

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with National SENDCo qualification and leadership experience.
• Track record of improving outcomes for students with SEND, ASC and SEMH.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-quality SEND provision across the academy.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and intervention programmes.
• Lead and manage the SEND team, including SENDCos and learning support staff.
• Oversee EHCPs, annual reviews, admissions, access arrangements and tribunals.
• Collaborate with therapists, parents, external agencies and senior leaders.
• Champion inclusive practice and raise standards of achievement for students with SEND.
• Shape the strategic direction of the academy as a member of the SLT.

Skills

SEND leadership

Strategic leadership

Team management

Partnership working

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

National SENDCo Qualification

Job description

About this Role

Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham is a specialist secondary and Post-16 academy for students aged 8-18 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is supported to develop confidence, independence and the skills needed for successful adult life.

We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and provide strategic leadership of SEND provision across the academy. This exciting role combines senior leadership responsibilities with oversight of SEND practice, ensuring outstanding educational outcomes and inclusive opportunities for all students.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead and develop high-quality SEND provision across the academy.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and intervention programmes.
• Lead and manage the SEND team, including SENDCos and learning support staff.
• Oversee EHCPs, annual reviews, admissions, access arrangements and tribunals.
• Work collaboratively with therapists, parents, external agencies and academy leaders.
• Champion inclusive practice and raise standards of achievement for students with SEND.
• Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the academy as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for a qualified teacher with the National SENDCo Qualification, significant leadership experience, and a strong track record of improving outcomes for students with SEND, particularly those with ASC and/or SEMH needs. You will be an inspirational leader with resilience, vision and a commitment to excellence.

ChilternWay is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

ChilternWay Academy will comply with its obligations under the GDPR and other dataprotection legislation.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We actively promote a culture where everyone is treatedfairly and has the opportunity to thrive.