Assistant Headteacher - SEND and Inclusion

Optionsautism; Princes Risborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to improve

Wellbeing support and flex benefits

Discounts and Cycle to Work

Job summary

Red Kite School in Princes Risborough is seeking an ambitious leader to join the Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher - SEND & Inclusion. This role is ideal for an experienced SENDCo, Inclusion Lead, Senior Teacher or current Assistant Headteacher aiming to shape inclusive practice and outcomes.

You will work with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, balancing teaching commitments with strategic leadership, and you'll support families, local authorities and professionals to

Qualifications

• QTS/PGCE and a relevant degree.
• Experience leading SEND, inclusion or school improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCPs and inclusive education.
• A track record of improving outcomes for students with additional needs.
• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to motivate, develop and inspire colleagues.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
• NPQSL or leadership qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Leading the strategic development of SEND, inclusion and student support.
• Driving improved outcomes through high-quality teaching, interventions and personalised provision.
• Overseeing EHCP implementation, review processes and statutory compliance.
• Using data and progress information to identify priorities and inform school improvement.
• Coaching and developing staff to embed effective inclusive practice.
• Building positive relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
• Promoting a culture of high expectations, wellbeing, safeguarding and belonging.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Inclusion & SEND expertise

Motivation and coaching

Strategic planning

Education

QTS/PGCE and relevant degree

NPQSL or leadership qualification (desirable)

Job description

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Assistant Headteacher - SEND and Inclusion

Red Kite School

• Princes Risborough
• Permanent

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - SEND and Inclusion
Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Ready to take the next step into senior leadership and shape the future of a specialist school?

We're looking for an ambitious and passionate leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher - SEND & Inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SENDCo, Inclusion Lead, Senior Teacher or existing Assistant Headteacher who wants to make a lasting difference in a growing specialist setting. You'll play a key role in driving school improvement, developing outstanding inclusive practice and ensuring every student has the support, opportunities and high expectations they deserve.

Working closely with the Headteacher, you'll help shape the strategic direction of the school while maintaining a teaching commitment, allowing you to stay connected to students, lead by example, and influence outcomes both in and beyond the classroom.

Whether you're looking for your first senior leadership role or seeking your next challenge, this position offers the chance to develop your leadership career while transforming the lives of young people with additional needs.

• Leading the strategic development of SEND, inclusion and student support.
• Driving improved outcomes through high-quality teaching, interventions and personalised provision.
• Overseeing EHCP implementation, review processes and statutory compliance.
• Using data and progress information to identify priorities and inform school improvement.
• Coaching and developing staff to embed effective inclusive practice.
• Building positive relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
• Promoting a culture of high expectations, wellbeing, safeguarding and belonging.

What will you will bring

We're looking for someone who has:

• QTS/PGCE and a relevant degree.
• Experience leading SEND, inclusion or school improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCPs and inclusive education.
• A track record of improving outcomes for students with additional needs.
• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to motivate, develop and inspire colleagues.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
• NPQSL or a leadership qualification (desirable).

About Our School

Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Opened in September 2024, the school is located in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. We provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive.

Our experienced team creates a calm, structured environment where students build confidence, resilience and achieve positive outcomes through personalised learning, high expectations and strong relationships.

Our curriculum develops the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication and life skills students need to succeed in education, their communities and beyond, helping every young person become a confident learner, responsible citizen and prepared for their future.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.