Deputy Headteacher – Inclusion and Achievement

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority seeks a dedicated Deputy Headteacher for Inclusion & Achievement at Turnfurlong Junior School in Aylesbury. This full-time role requires a strong leader passionate about inclusive education, strategic improvement, and whole-child development. Ideal candidates will have QTS, a successful track record in senior leadership, and the ability to foster positive relationships within the school community. The position offers a salary scale of £67,898 to £75,049 and a permanent contract, providing a supportive environment for innovation and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive staff team

Qualifications

• Strong track record of impact in senior leadership.
• Secure understanding of inclusive education and SEND legislation.
• Experience collaborating with SENDCO and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead inclusion and achievement ensuring barriers to learning are removed.
• Play a full role within the Senior Leadership Team as Deputy DSL.
• Shape high-quality SEND and inclusive practice with real impact.

Skills

Passion for inclusive education

Leadership in strategic improvement

Experience with data and assessment

Ability to inspire and coach colleagues

Strong interpersonal skills

Emotional resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Leadership qualifications (NPQSL, NPQH)

Job description

Location : Aylesbury

Overview

Dream it. Believe it. Grow it. Achieve it.

We are excited to invite applications for the role of Deputy Headteacher Inclusion & Achievement. This is a pivotal leadership role for an inspiring, compassionate and forward thinking professional who believes that every child deserves to thrive.

At Turnfurlong Junior School, inclusion is not just an initiative, it is who we are. Our Deputy Headteacher will play a central role in shaping the next chapter of our journey, working alongside a committed Headteacher, talented staff and an ambitious school community.

Salary type : Leadership

Salary Details : L12-L16 (£67,898 – 75,049)

Contract type : Permanent

Hours : Full-time

Closing date : Friday 16th January 5pm

About us

Turnfurlong Junior School is a large over subscribed Buckinghamshire foundation junior school. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, strong outcomes and commitment to developing the whole child – academically, socially and emotionally.

Our curriculum is rich, purposeful and child centred. Inclusion is embedded in everything we do, and our staff are reflective and open to innovation. We understand the importance that education has in nurturing and preparing children for their future lives and to becoming confident, independent and reflective life-long learners.

Most importantly, our school is a place where people matter. We treat one another with respect, celebrate success and share a collective belief that together, we can make a real difference.

We strongly encourage visits to the school. The best way to understand our school is to experience the warmth, energy and ambition of our community first hand.

If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for inclusion, high standards and meaningful school improvement, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

We are seeking a creative, dynamic and committed leader who :

• Has a deep passion for inclusive education, high achievement and whole-child development
• Is confident leading strategic improvement across SEND, inclusion, achievement and pastoral systems
• Brings strong experience of using data and assessment to identify gaps, shape interventions and measure impact
• Can inspire, coach and develop colleagues through research informed practice and professional learning
• Builds positive and trusting relationships with pupils, families, staff and external partners
• Is ready to play a full and active role within a supportive Senior Leadership Team, including deputising for the Headteacher and serving as a Deputy DSL

You will lead inclusion and achievement with care, clarity and ambition, ensuring that barriers to learning are removed thoughtfully and that every child is known, valued and supported.

What we can offer you

• A thriving, well established school with attainment above national averages
• A strong, welcoming and outward looking staff team who genuinely support one another
• A rich culture of professional development, coaching and career growth
• The opportunity to lead and shape high quality SEND and inclusive practice with real impact
• Engaged pupils who are confident, articulate and proud of their school
• A vibrant curriculum enriched by music, sport, languages, clubs and pupil leadership
• Extensive use of iPads and digital learning to enhance teaching and learning
• Effective governance and distributed leadership, where leaders and pupils have real autonomy
• A comprehensive wellbeing package and practical benefits that support work life balance

You will be trusted, valued and supported to lead with integrity and innovation.

About you

• QTS and a strong track record of impact within senior leadership
• Secure understanding of inclusive education, SEND legislation and safeguarding
• Experience of leading or working closely with SEND provision, including collaboration with a SENDCO and external agencies
• Ability to use data and assessment effectively to improve teaching, learning and pupil outcomes
• Knowledge of research-informed practice and the ability to translate this into meaningful school improvement
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and lead with influence
• Emotional resilience, empathy and confidence when managing complex situations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, with leadership qualifications such as NPQSL, NPQH or relevant specialist NPQs welcomed