Assistant Headteacher
for SEN & Inclusion (Unit Provision)
All Saints CE Primary School
Assistant Headteacher for SEN & Inclusion (Unit Provision)
Lead the vision, culture, and day-to-day operation of the provision—ensuring an inspiring, well-matched curriculum, high-quality teaching, and strong progress for all learners. Oversee staff induction, deployment, development, and performance, modelling best practice and driving a culture of high expectations.
Lead on assessment, curriculum planning, behaviour, and safeguarding for the unit, ensuring consistent systems, clear communication, and effective interventions. Work closely with the Headteacher, SLT, families, governors, external professionals, and the Local Authority, champion inclusion across the school, contribute to whole‑school development, and ensure the provision meets statutory deadlines, quality assurance requirements, and the highest standards of care and education.
The Assistant Headteacher is responsible to the Headteacher for all matters relating to the Unit Provision within the School.
L2 – L6 (£53,069-£58,569)
Learn Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media screening.
Learn Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and creating a truly inclusive Trust. We are determined to ensure all our stakeholders flourish and thrive. We aim to foster a culture where all are valued and respected. We acknowledge and celebrate all protected characteristics. We endeavour to remove all barriers to learning and participation. Our ED&I Policy and objectives are integral to all that we do.
Our vision for ED&I is simple, we aim to create an environment where everyone has a seat at the table, where everyone has a voice and where everyone belongs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references (these will be requested if you are shortlisted) and successful completion of vetting.
Learn Academies Trust is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
Visits and How To Apply
For further information, an informal and confidential discussion about the role, to arrange a visit to the school or to discuss the application process please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership Appointments.
Martin Blair
Hays Leadership Appointments
Tel: 07908268091
Email: martin.blair@hays.com
Timeline
- Closing date – 9am, Thursday 12th February
- Interviews – Tuesday 24th February
- Start date – April 2026 or later in discussion with the appointed candidate
