Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDco)

Oasis Academy Brightstowe; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Brightstowe seeks a dedicated Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDco) to enhance SEND provision and shape an inclusive culture. This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to impact students' lives positively as you drive effective strategies for supporting learners. Join a vibrant school community committed to educational excellence and development.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Ongoing training

Health benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with leadership experience in special education needs.
• Proven track record supporting learners with SEND.
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND provision and strategy across the Academy.
• Provide strategic leadership on all aspects of SEND.
• Collaborate with teachers to embed inclusive practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

NASENCO Award

Job description

• Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDco)

Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDco)

Job Title: Assistant Principal – Inclusion SENDco

Salary Leadership Scale:L12–L16 (£65,286 – £72,162) per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Oasis Academy Brightstowe, Shirehampton, Bristol

Start Date: September 2025

Closing Date: Sunday, 22nd June 2025 (midnight)

Interview Dates: 30th June / 1st July 2025

Are you passionate about inclusion and committed to supporting all students to thrive? Are you ready to take a senior leadership role that makes a real difference to young people’s lives?

Oasis Academy Brightstowe is seeking a driven and compassionate Assistant Principal – SENDCO to join our leadership team. You will lead on SEND provision and strategy across the Academy, playing a key role in shaping our inclusive culture and ensuring every student reaches their full potential.

Our Offer to You

When you join the Brightstowe family, you’ll benefit from a supportive and innovative environment that truly values its staff. We offer:

• Clear and rapid career progression
• Ongoing training supported by the Horizons iPad scheme
• Trust-wide opportunities to impact practice as a National Lead Practitioner
• Integrated support from our wider Oasis Community Learning network
• Free counselling service and wellbeing support resources
• Health benefits including free eye tests and a Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A collaborative, caring staff team working together to improve outcomes

The Role

• This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for the development and delivery of our Inclusion Strategy, with a particular focus on SEND. You will:
• Provide strategic leadership on all aspects of SEND provision
• Lead a team of professionals to ensure high-quality support for students with SEND
• Work collaboratively with teachers and leaders to embed inclusive teaching practices
• Distil complex policy and research into actionable plans that drive improvement
• Be the point of contact for all SEND-related matters, including external agencies and families
• Support the wider pastoral and safeguarding agendas

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher with leadership experience
• Has a proven track record of supporting learners with SEND to make progress
• Has experience coaching and developing staff to meet SEND needs in the classroom
• Is confident in turning complex ideas into practical plans for implementation
• Holds the NASENCO Award, or is willing to complete the qualification
• Has a deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education
• Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Is passionate about inclusive education and committed to our Oasis ethos

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for further detail.

Oasis Academy Brightstowe is a vibrant and values-driven secondary school in North Bristol. We believe in developing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—and our curriculum is built around character, competence and community. As part of the Oasis Community Learning Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration and support from across our regional and national network.

Apply Today

To apply: Please submit a completed application form via the eTeach portal by midnight on Sunday, 22nd June 2025.

Interview Dates: 30th June and 1st July 2025.

We would be delighted to welcome you to our academy. If you would like to arrange a visit or speak to us about the role, please contact the main academy office or visit our website for more information.

Fluency Duty

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and clear English is an essential requirement.

Safeguarding Statement

Oasis Academy Brightstowe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks.

Oasis Academy Brightstowe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.