SENDCO & Assistant Headteacher: Strategic Inclusion Lead

Ansford Academy; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ansford Academy invites applications for a SENDCO Assistant Headteacher to join the Senior Leadership Team at this 11–16 comprehensive, small school in Castle Cary. The role focuses on strategic SEND leadership, inclusion, and safeguarding oversight within a supportive SLT environment.

The post requires DBS clearance, a commitment to Aspire, Respect, Engage, and a track record in leading SEND provision and teams. This is a permanent, full-time appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic SEND leadership within a school setting.
• Proven ability to manage Teaching Assistants and interventions teams.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, DBS processes and policy adherence.

Responsibilities

• Strategic SEND Leadership: Manage and evaluate SEND provision to guarantee that all legal and statutory requirements are met.
• Inclusion Strategies: Lead for pupil premium, disadvantaged students, Foundational Knowledge, LAC, and EAL responsibility.
• Team Management: Lead and line-manage Teaching Assistants and Interventions Lead.
• Teaching Allocation: Maintain a small teaching load of approximately 16 out of 50 periods.
• Leadership Contribution: Participate in school self-evaluation, development planning, and whole-school duties.

Skills

SEND leadership

Inclusion strategies

Team management

Leadership

Job description

Ansford Academy invites applications for a SENDCO Assistant Headteacher to join the Senior Leadership Team at this 11–16 comprehensive, small school in Castle Cary. The role focuses on strategic SEND leadership, inclusion, and safeguarding oversight within a supportive SLT environment.

The post requires DBS clearance, a commitment to Aspire, Respect, Engage, and a track record in leading SEND provision and teams. This is a permanent, full-time appointment.