Assistant Head Teacher (Inclusion/SEND)

About the job

Key information

Split site primary located on Silver Street and Ditton Street

Children and Young People’s Directorate

NOR: 404 + children in our pre-school

Age Range: 4 to 11 (pre schools 2-4)

Required from Easter 2026 or sooner if available

What will I be doing?

We are seeking an Assistant Head Teacher who is committed to securing the highest standards of teaching, learning and leadership within our school. This role will see you play a significant part in the inclusion provision for children, co-ordinating the SEND provision and including being DSL working alongside our safeguarding team

Your practice, ethos and approach to school life will shape the lives of our children, the school and your colleagues.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

• Are an experienced teacher
• Are passionate about teaching and the education of children – especially children with SEND and hold the SENCO qualification
• Lead by example and will embody our school values
• Are innovative and encouraging
• Are enthusiastic, flexible and a real team player.
• Are ready to be a key member of the leadership team at Herne View including working closely with the Headteacher and Assistant Headteacher (Curriculum)

What is in it for me?

As a school, we were rated as Good by Ofsted in November 2022 with a positive review of our inclusion provision and as a school, we prioritise the need to be inclusive so all pupils can access our education offer.

Our inclusion team is made up of a full time ELSA, Nurture/Family Liaison Worker and Forest School nurture provision. Apple Orchard, our pre-school has a dedicated SENCO and the role would involve working together with them but not directly leading SEND in the pre-school. Our wider resources are beyond that which is normally available in a Primary School and we are committed to helping our children work actively with our local community in a range of events throughout the year.

 

DBS check

All of our staff must undertake a DBS clearance prior to employment.

Supporting documents and information

A Job description, person specification and Privacy Statement and an application form can be downloaded from the advert. CVs will not be accepted.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by contacting the Herne View school office on (01460) 52686 or email office@herneviewschool.co.uk

Interview date: Friday 12 December 2025

Herne View Church of England Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.

Shortlisted candidates will have an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

 

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