Assistant Headteacher, SEND & Curriculum Leadership

Shaftesbury; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria School in Bournemouth is seeking a dynamic and values-led Assistant Headteacher to lead curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment in our specialist setting for students with ASC, PMLD and complex needs.

Based in either the upper or lower school, you will shape an ambitious, inclusive curriculum and work with families and external professionals to support progress, communication and independence.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS and inclusive education experience.
• Strong knowledge of SEND curriculum and assessment.
• Experience leading curriculum or teams.
• Ability to use assessment to drive outcomes.
• Experience working with families and professionals.
• Understanding of safeguarding, EHCPs and preparation for adulthood.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership experience

Curriculum development

Assessment data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Inclusion and SEND knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Victoria School in Bournemouth is seeking a dynamic and values-led Assistant Headteacher to lead curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment in our specialist setting for students with ASC, PMLD and complex needs.

Based in either the upper or lower school, you will shape an ambitious, inclusive curriculum and work with families and external professionals to support progress, communication and independence.