Assistant Headteacher - SEND & Inclusion Leader

OFG Education; 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

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