Assistant Principal Inclusion

The Assistant Principal for Inclusion is a key senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the school’s vision for inclusive education across all phases. The postholder leads on SEND, Pupil Premium, and EAL provision, ensuring that every pupil regardless of background or need has equitable access to a high-quality, ambitious curriculum and is supported to achieve strong academic and personal outcomes.

The role combines strategic leadership with operational oversight, including ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements such as the SEND Code of Practice, Equality Act, and safeguarding expectations. A core aspect of the role involves using data rigorously to identify barriers to learning, monitor progress, and implement targeted, evidence-informed interventions that close attainment gaps and raise standards.

The Assistant Principal for Inclusion also plays a central role in developing staff expertise through high-quality professional development, promoting adaptive teaching practices, and embedding a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. They oversee transition processes, support pupil wellbeing and mental health, and ensure effective systems for behaviour, attendance, and engagement particularly for vulnerable groups.

In addition, the role requires strong collaboration with parents, carers, external agencies, and the wider community to ensure a joined‑up approach to supporting pupils. The postholder champions a culture of belonging, respect, and aspiration, aligned with the school’s values and ethos, while contributing to whole‑school improvement as an influential and visible member of the Senior Leadership Team.

Safeguarding and inclusion are integral components of the post. You will uphold all school and statutory policies related to child protection, equality, health and safety, and the welfare of students. The role requires a reflective, proactive practitioner committed to ongoing professional development and contributing positively to the growth of a thriving, values‑driven school.

• A supportive, values‑led school community rooted in kindness, respect and inclusivity
• A strong ethos of professional trust, teamwork and collaboration
• Opportunities for high‑quality CPD, coaching and career progression within a growing Trust
• A well‑structured induction programme for new staff
• Access to enriching extracurricular and leadership opportunities
• A culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and a positive working environment
• Committed leadership focused on continuous improvement and staff development
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in a diverse, dynamic school that champions aspiration and the common good

Further information is available on our website.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. For further information please refer to our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy which is available on our website. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.