Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion

At Wigmore Primary School, we believe that every pupil deserves an exceptional education that nurtures their individual talents, promotes wellbeing, and prepares them for future success. We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, driven, and highly effective Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and drive our whole-school inclusion and SEND strategy.

As our Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction, leading high-quality provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and championing inclusive Quality First Teaching across our entire curriculum.

• Strategic Leadership: Drive whole-school improvement, self-evaluation, and inclusion strategy as a key member of our Senior Leadership Team.

• Provision & Inclusion: Lead high-quality SEND provision (including our Additional Resourced Provision/ARP), ensuring tailored support and optimal academic and personal outcomes.

• Team Development: Line manage and empower our pastoral, teaching, and support teams through high-impact CPD, coaching, and mentorship.

• Statutory Compliance & Partnerships: Oversee EHCP processes, manage the SEND register, and act as the key liaison for external agencies, local authorities, and families.

• Resource Management: Strategically allocate high-needs funding and SEND budgets to maximize impact.

• Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Collaborate closely with the DSL to ensure robust pastoral care and positive behaviour support.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, collaborative and forward-thinking school community.

• A supportive, active and dedicated Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body.

• High-quality opportunities for professional development, mentoring and career progression.

• Wonderful pupils who are enthusiastic, caring and proud of their school.

• A range of well-being benefits.

  We welcome visits to the school outside teaching hours.

  To arrange a visit, or if you have any questions about this post, please contact the headteacher via the school office on [phone removed] or by email to [email removed]