Job Title: Assistant Headteacher – SENCO
E-ACT The Kingfisher School- Work Hard, Be Kind Have Courage
We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Assistant Headteacher – SENCO to join our senior leadership team and play a key role in leading our vision for inclusion, SEND and student wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity to influence whole‑school strategy, further enhance SEND provision, improve outcomes for all students, and contribute to our ongoing school improvement journey.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the Headteacher in developing and implementing the vision and strategic direction of the Academy
- Develop and embed strategies that support the Academy vision and help to improve all elements of teaching, learning and assessment
- Ensure the Academy is always fully compliant in all areas of Safeguarding
- Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies
- Take a strategic lead in monitoring, evaluating, and developing the quality of Inclusion and SEND provision across the academy
Monitor progress of students including those with SEND and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching to guide future improvements.
Pay range: L1-L6: £51,771 – £58,569
Full Time, Permanent.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- SENCO Qualification, previous experience as a SENCO or a commitment to undertake the NPQ SENCO qualification within 18 months
- Degree or relevant qualification in education or a related field
- Knowledge and understanding of how children learn and how to motivate them
- Sound knowledge of SEND Code of Practice 2014
- Excellent leadership, organisation, and strategic planning skills
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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