ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER FOR INCLUSION
Required for 1st September 2026
Leadership Scale L3-L7 (£54,394 – £60,145)
Breadsall Hill Top Primary School and Nursery is seeking to appoint a highly committed and inspirational Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion to join our vibrant and nurturing school community. We are looking for an individual with a strong commitment to SEND and inclusive education, who is dedicated to ensuring that every child feels valued, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will be an ambitious and compassionate teacher or leader, with a clear vision for inclusion and a determination to remove barriers to learning. They will work collaboratively with staff, families, and external partners to ensure all pupils receive the support they require to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We welcome applications from candidates who:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status and have experience of teaching pupils with SEND
- Hold, or are willing to work towards, the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination (NASENCo) or the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (NPQ SENCo) within 18 months of appointment
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners
- Possess a secure understanding of SEND legislation, including EHCP processes, Annual Reviews, and provision mapping
- Have experience of leading, managing, and developing support staff effectively
- Have a proven ability to work collaboratively with parents, local authorities, and external agencies
- Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Are committed to championing inclusion for all pupils
Why work at Breadsall Hill Top?
Breadsall Hill Top is a school where inclusion, care, and mutual respect underpin all aspects of school life. Our community is welcoming and supportive, with a shared commitment to ensuring every child is valued and nurtured.
A strong culture of care and inclusion. Ofsted recognised the work of the school leaders to design the school’s Nest provision to ensure people receive the support they need. We have a personalised approach to learning helps pupils learn well from their starting points and be part of school life.
Strong SEND provision
Ofsted noted “Staff are ambitious about what pupils can achieve” Staff receive training that enables them to help pupils with SEND to access the curriculum.
Leadership Team
Leaders are proactive in evaluating the quality of the school’s provision and identifying areas for improvement. Leaders focus on developing relationships. Communicating clearly about the importance of being in school and celebrating when pupils improve. Leaders take account of staff's workload. Staff recognise this and are particularly appreciative of the consideration given to their wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
As Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership for SEND across the school, ensuring that inclusive practice is consistently embedded and that all pupils receive high-quality, personalised support
- Support targeted teaching supporting pupils with a range of needs to make strong progress
- Lead and develop the SEND team, including teaching assistants and specialist staff, ensuring high standards of practice and effective intervention
- Undertake full SENCO responsibilities, including oversight of the SEND register, high-quality provision mapping, co-ordinating EHCP processes and Annual Reviews, and ensuring compliance with statutory SEND legislation.
- Work in close partnership with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to strengthen whole-school inclusive practice and improve outcomes for all pupils
- Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external agencies, ensuring clear and effective communication
- Champion inclusion across the school, promoting a culture in which every pupil is respected, supported, and able to succeed
How to apply
Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and as such anyone who is registered disabled and meets the essential person specification criteria will be shortlisted for interview.
School Visit
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed please contact the school office on 01332 341451 to arrange a visit.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th May 2026 at 9.00am
Interviews will be held Wednesday 20th May 2026