Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion & Attendance)
23 Days Old
Start: September 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and values-driven leader to join a forward-thinking SEND school at a key stage of development.
We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead whole-school systems for inclusion, EHCP processes and attendance, and to play a central role in shaping provision and outcomes for young people with additional needs.
This role would suit both:
● an experienced SEND leader seeking wider strategic influence, or
● a strong mainstream leader with a proven track record and a commitment to inclusive practice
Key responsibilities include:
● Leading EHCP processes and annual reviews, ensuring high-quality, compliant and impactful practice
● Overseeing provision mapping and inclusion systems, ensuring they drive classroom practice and outcomes
● Acting as Designated Attendance Lead, with strategic oversight of attendance systems and intervention
● Leading alternative provision and flexible pathways, including safeguarding and monitoring
● Contributing to whole-school leadership, including behaviour, safeguarding and staff development
All Assistant Headteachers also lead a curriculum subject area.
You will work closely with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher within a distributed leadership model, contributing to strategic direction ...
- Location:
- London
- Salary:
- Leadership Scale L£14 – L£18 (81,120 - 88,496)
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education