Assistant Headteacher- SENDCO and SEND Services

Assistant Headteacher – SENDCO and SEND Services

Location: Overton School, Ludlow, SY8 4AD

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent, term time only

Start date: June 2026

UK applicants only – No sponsorship available

At Overton School, we believe every young person deserves an education that unlocks their potential and celebrates their individuality. We are looking for an ambitious and passionate Assistant Headteacher – SENDCO & SEND Services to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in shaping the future of our specialist provision.

This role will influence whole‑school strategy, drive innovation, champion inclusion and create lasting impact for pupils with diverse and complex needs.

• Lead and develop whole-school SEND provision and inclusive practice
• Act as an active and influential member of the Senior Leadership Team
• Deliver staff training and support high‑quality teaching and differentiation
• Contribute to school improvement, quality assurance and strategic planning
• Oversee SEND assessments, pupil progress tracking and reviews
• Ensure EHCPs, IEPs and pupil documentation are accurate, effective and compliant
• Lead annual reviews, PEP meetings and multi‑agency collaboration
• Monitor interventions, transition plans and access arrangements
• Build strong partnerships with families, therapists and external agencies
• Promote wellbeing, inclusion and a safe, supportive learning environment for all pupils

• Qualified with NASENCO, PGCE/BEd or equivalent
• Experienced in teaching within specialist SEND settings
• Experienced in Senior Leadership or aspiring to further leadership responsibility
• Knowledgeable in EHCP processes, SEND legislation and safeguarding practice
• An inspiring leader with excellent organisational and communication skills
• Passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for young people
• Collaborative, proactive and solution‑focused
• In possession of a full UK driving licence

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, hundreds of UK and international discounts, cycle to work scheme, electric car purchase scheme, critical illness cover, family growth support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We are committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks.