Assistant Principal; Inclusion

About this Role

At Holne Chase Primary School, we are excited to be recruiting for the brand-new role of Assistant Principal for Inclusion,commencing in January 2027, including the opportunity to open and lead our newSEND provision.

Holne Chase Primary School is part of the Preston Hedges Trust, a growing, high-performing Trust based in Milton Keynes and Northampton. We sit at the heart of the Bletchley community, nurturing children and families to become the best global citizens they can be. Guided by our'Change maker' philosophy, pupils are inspired to pursue their dreams through acurriculum rooted in Fun, Creativity and Achievement.

We ignite passions, buildaspiration and foster a lifelong thirst for learning, empowering our children to become confident, global changemakers.

As an Assistant Principal for Inclusion you will provide strategic leadership to embed an inclusive culture across the schooland specialised provision, ensuring that every child can achieve their full potential. This role will initially be without class responsibility and you willbe a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and work alongside theother API across our Trust.

The role will oversee provision for pupils with special educational needs (SEND) and other vulnerable learners, ensuring thatall pupils are able to make excellent progress and achieve the best possible outcomes.

We are seeking a leader who is passionate about inclusion and who truly believes that every child thrives when they experiencea deep sense of belonging, supported by a shared philosophy of fun, creativity and achievement.

As the Assistant Principal for Inclusion, you willhave the opportunity to:

• Be part of a Trust-wide group of Assistant Principals for Inclusion, enabling you to share best practice, seek support and collaborate within a vibrant and supportive professional network.
• Serve as a key member of the school's Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to whole-school strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with the Principal to deliver and evaluate the school's Inclusion Strategy, shaping inclusive practice at both school and trust level, rather than within a single setting alone.

• Engage in high-quality, continuous professional development within a Trust that is committed to nurturing talent and supporting succession planning for future leadership roles.
• Benefit from a bespoke onboarding programme, both prior to starting the role and throughout your induction period, ensuring a supported and successful transition.
• Access a comprehensive wellbeing package, including (but not limited to) free GP consultations for you and your family, physiotherapy and counselling services, as well as leadership coaching.

• Successful experience as a leader in education, with a track record of delivering school improvement priorities.
• Aleader who is passionate about Inclusion
• A clear understanding of high-quality teaching,learning and assessment.
• A commitment to our Trust values of Ambition,Drive, Excellence & One Team

• A comprehensive induction programme at both Trust and school levels
• An opportunity to learn from others at schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted
• A broad range of continuous professional development at both Trust and school levels, including access to the National College online training platform
• Opportunities to progress your career through increased responsibilities or specialism, enabling you to make a difference to children beyond your immediate class, year group or school
• An environment that places wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, with staff having access to a comprehensive wellbeing package including the Schools Advisory Service, which offers counselling, GP helpline,…