Assistant Headteacher (Early Years & SENDco) - Barford Primary School

September 2026 Start | Leadership Scale L1–L5 | Permanent Position

Barford Primary School is seeking a dynamic, creative, and passionate Assistant Headteacher to lead our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and drive inclusive practice as our SENDCo. This unique opportunity allows your first year to focus on impact, innovation, and whole‑school improvement, as you lead the growth of our Forest School provision and support a high‑quality Early Years experience.

Salary: £51,773 - £57,137

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Full time, permanent position.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Early Years education
• Proven success in raising standards and improving outcomes
• A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and high‑quality learning environments
• A genuine passion for inclusion and supporting children with SEND
• A collaborative leader with energy, creativity, and vision
• A great sense of humour—we believe it matters!

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward‑thinking school community
• Full professional development, including NPQ for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NPQSEN)
• The opportunity to shape and lead an evolving Early Years provision
• A leadership role where your ideas and expertise will truly make a difference

If you are an inspirational leader ready to take the next step and transform Early Years provision, we would love to hear from you.

Join us—and help every child get the very best start.

To apply, please send your completed application and recruitment monitoring form to our School Business Manager, Kaylee Lilly, klilly@barfordprimary.co.uk.

Closing date: 13th May 2026.
Interviews will take place on Monday 18th May 2026.

Barford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with the requirements set out in KCSIE 2025, an online search will also be carried out on short‑listed candidates to help identify incidents or issues. The outcome of the online search may be discussed at interview. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; please refer to schools Employment of ex‑offenders policy and Safeguarding and Child protection policy available on the school website. Ofsted 2023 ‘The school has high ambitions for all pupils!’

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