SENCO

Assistant Headteacher (AHT) - SENCO / Inclusion Lead

North Birmingham | September Start

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious school in North Birmingham that is seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Headteacher (AHT) SENCO / Inclusion Lead to join their leadership team from September.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated professional who is committed to making a significant difference to the lives of children with additional needs. The school has a well-established Special Educational Needs Unit specialising in Speech and Language, and is looking for a leader who will champion inclusion across the whole school.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all pupils with SEND receive the support they need to thrive, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) as well as pupils whose needs are emerging and require assessment and intervention.

• Lead and develop the school's SEND and inclusion provision.
• Identify, assess and support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Develop and implement effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and targeted interventions.
• Write and review EHCP applications and annual reviews.
• Work collaboratively with parents, staff, external agencies and other professionals to secure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Support and develop inclusive teaching practices across the school.
• Contribute strategically as a member of the senior leadership team.

• Significant experience supporting children with SEND.
• A strong understanding of the EHCP process and SEND legislation.
• Experience creating and implementing effective IEPs and intervention strategies.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• A genuine passion for inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.
• The SENCO qualification, NPQ for SENCOs (NPQSEN), or a similar relevant qualification would be highly advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a school that is committed to providing exceptional support for all learners and fostering a truly inclusive environment.

For further information or to express your interest, please get in touch.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.