Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion (including SENCo)

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is an exciting opportunity to shape our whole-school approach to inclusion and make a real difference to the lives of our children. You will lead our provision for pupils with SEND, oversee statutory SENCo duties, and line manage our dedicated team of inclusion support staff.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for all learners
• Is an experienced SENCo or inclusion leader with a deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
• Can inspire, develop and lead staff effectively
• Builds excellent relationships with pupils, families and professionals
• Thinks strategically and contributes positively to whole-school leadership

What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer:

• A highly supportive and collaborative staff team that prioritise work-life balance and well-being
• A strong commitment to professional development
• A school community that values inclusion at its heart
• The opportunity to shape and grow an ambitious area of school leadership

This is a substantial position, reporting directly to the Headteacher and would suit a highly ambitious aspiring leader, keen to play a collaborative and innovative role in Whitings Hill School’s strategic vision.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.