Assistant Head Teacher

Overview

Assistant Head Teacher

Start Date - September 2026

Location - Wantage

Salary - 58,569 - 64,691

Paid wellbeing days

Teachers Pension Scheme

This highly regarded SEN school are seeking a compassionate Assistant Head Teacher with a strong commitment to inclusive education and SEND provision to join their senior leadership team from September 2026.

This is such an amazing opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about ensuring every child, regardless of their background or need, is supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

• Play a key role in strategic school improvements and leadership decision making
• Contribute to behaviour and safeguarding support, attendance and student wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with families and any external professionals
• Use assessment and data intelligently to improve outcomes for vulnerable learners
• Support staff to deliver inclusive and adaptive teaching across the curriculum
• Ensure high quality provision for students with SEND and additional needs
• Lead whole school inclusion and SEND strategy

The precise leadership responsibilities will be shaped around the strengths and experiences of the successful candidate.

• Is an excellent example in the leading the classroom with strong SEND expertise
• Has leadership experience in inclusion, SEND or pastoral support
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of adaptive teaching
• Is confident in leading and supporting staff through change and development
• Builds positive and trusting relationships with pupils, families and professionals
• Has high expectations and believes passionately in equality for all students
• Is resilient and values-driven

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• A strong commitment to inclusive practice and professional development
• Opportunities to shape SEND provision
• Enthusiastic pupils and a dedicated team of staff
• A school culture that places wellbeing, dignity and inclusion at its core

If you like the sound of the above and would like to learn more, please apply directly to this advert.

Assistant Head Teacher - SEN School - September 2026 Start - Wantage