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Head of SEN – Outstanding Secondary School – Andover, Hampshire – September 2025 Start
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Salary: Leadership Scale L3–L8
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a strategic and compassionate SEND professional ready for senior leadership?
An outstanding secondary school in Andover is seeking a Head of SEN with vision, empathy, and leadership strength to coordinate SEND provision for September 2025. This role will place you at the centre of inclusive learning and multi-agency collaboration.
About the Role
You will lead a high-performing SEND team, oversee statutory compliance (EHCPs, Annual Reviews), and promote accessible, high-impact teaching across the curriculum. The role is supported by a full-time deputy SENCO and experienced HLTA team.
Duties Will Include
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Leadership of SEND strategy and staff CPD
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Deployment and development of intervention programmes
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Ensuring high-quality differentiated teaching
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Partnership with parents, carers, and external agencies
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Line management of support staff and budget oversight
Ideal Profile
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NASENCO qualification or equivalent leadership experience
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Deep understanding of SEND legislation and graduated response
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Ability to develop SEND systems and promote best practice
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Compassionate communicator with a student-first ethos
Why This School?
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Outstanding Ofsted with inclusion praised throughout
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Excellent SEN facilities including sensory and quiet spaces
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Investment in SEND CPD and national SEND conference access
Benefits
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Generous leadership CPD programme
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Structured SLT coaching and peer support
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EAP, pension, and family leave support
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Progression route to Assistant Head or Trust-wide roles
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