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Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 84,840 - 90,445 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hackney, London

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENCo)

Location: Hackney - East London
Salary: Leadership Scale (Competitive, dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026 

Reeson Education is supporting a highly successful and oversubscribed secondary school in the appointment of an exceptional Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENCo).

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced SEND leader to join a strong Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of inclusion across the school.

The school has built a reputation for high standards, excellent student outcomes and a culture of ambition, belonging and opportunity for all. The successful candidate will lead an established Inclusion team and drive outstanding provision for students with additional needs, ensuring that every learner is able to achieve their full potential.

As Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENCo), you will:

Lead the strategic development of SEND and Inclusion across the school
Be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team
Manage and develop the Inclusion department and support staff team
Oversee SEND provision, EHCP processes and statutory compliance
Work closely with teachers, parents, external agencies and senior leaders
Promote high-quality inclusive teaching and learning across the curriculum
Monitor and improve outcomes, attendance, behaviour and wellbeing for SEND students
Contribute to whole-school improvement planning and leadership 

The Ideal Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion for this school, will be an inspirational leader who can demonstrate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Successful leadership experience within SEND and Inclusion
Excellent knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Experience of leading and managing staff
Strong understanding of inclusive practice and whole-school improvement
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A commitment to raising achievement and removing barriers to learning
National SENCo Award or willingness to complete the qualification 

This school will offer an Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion 

A senior leadership position with genuine influence across the school
A highly supportive and collaborative leadership team
Motivated students who are eager to learn and succeed
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
Opportunities to shape strategic SEND provision and whole-school practice
A positive and inclusive school culture with high aspirations for all 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCo looking to broaden their impact at senior leadership level, or for an existing senior leader with responsibility for Inclusion seeking a new challenge within a successful and ambitious school.

Applications are being reviewed immediately.

To be considered for this Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion position, please send your CV as soon as possible.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact me.  

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert

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