Assistant Headteacher - SEND & Inclusion Leader

Woodfield School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodfield School in Greater London is seeking an inspirational leader to assume the role of Assistant Headteacher, driving strategic improvement, safeguarding, and SEND outcomes for pupils. You will lead teaching, curriculum pathways, and implementation of approaches that support meaningful progress from starting points.

You will coach staff, build a culture of professional development, and collaborate with families, therapists, and partners to secure ambitious destinations and lifelong success

Qualifications

• Experience leading whole-school improvement and developing strategic plans.
• Strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils, including SEND.
• Proven safeguarding leadership and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead school improvement and curriculum development across Woodfield.
• Champion inclusion and EHCP-aligned outcomes for all pupils.
• Develop staff through coaching, professional development, and shared accountability.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, health professionals, governors, and partners to secure outcomes.
• Shape the school's future with high-quality provision and safeguarding.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Staff coaching

Inclusion focus

Communication

Team-building

Education

Leadership qualification

Job description

Woodfield School in Greater London is seeking an inspirational leader to assume the role of Assistant Headteacher, driving strategic improvement, safeguarding, and SEND outcomes for pupils. You will lead teaching, curriculum pathways, and implementation of approaches that support meaningful progress from starting points.

You will coach staff, build a culture of professional development, and collaborate with families, therapists, and partners to secure ambitious destinations and lifelong success