Assistant Headteacher – Head of Inclusion - Permanent - Full Time
Salary L1 – L5£53,586 - £60,619
St Peter’s CE Primary School, Harborne, Birmingham
An exciting opportunity to make a difference to the lives of every child.
St Peter’s CE Primary School is seeking an inspirational, committed and highly skilled Assistant Headteacher to lead and develop our provision for Inclusion and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and passionate leader who believes wholeheartedly that every child deserves to feel valued, included and able to achieve their full potential.
At St Peter’s, our vision is:
‘At St Peter’s CE Primary School, we aim to create a Christian community whereby we live in harmony before God and provide a warm, safe and caring environment in which to learn and grow.’
Our motto, “Through the teachings of God we Love Others, Value Everyone,” sits at the heart of everything we do. Our Christian values of Respect, Honesty, Forgiveness and Love underpin our relationships, our decisions and our commitment to ensuring that every member of our school community belongs.
We are looking for someone who shares these values and has the passion, expertise and determination to ensure that inclusion is at the heart of school life.
About the role
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Assistant Headteacher – Head of Inclusion will provide strategic leadership for SEND and inclusion across our school.
Working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteachers, Phase Leaders, teachers, support staff, governors, families and external agencies, you will lead the development of an ambitious and effective approach to inclusion, ensuring that all children, regardless of their individual needs or circumstances, receive the support, challenge and opportunities they need to thrive.
You will take responsibility for the strategic development and implementation of our Inclusion Strategy, ensuring that our provision is carefully planned, regularly evaluated and has a demonstrable impact on children's outcomes.
You will be an experienced and knowledgeable practitioner who can support and challenge colleagues to develop consistently high-quality teaching, with adaptive teaching approaches that remove barriers to learning and enable every child to succeed.
As our SENCo, you will lead and oversee SEND provision, ensuring that statutory responsibilities are fulfilled, provision is effective and children and families receive the support they need.
Key responsibilities
As Assistant Headteacher – Head of Inclusion, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership for SEND and inclusion as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of the school's Inclusion Strategy.
- Fulfil the responsibilities of the SENCo, ensuring that provision meets the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant statutory guidance.
- Oversee the identification, assessment and monitoring of children with additional needs, ensuring that appropriate provision and support are in place.
- Lead and develop inclusive practice across both school sites, ensuring consistency, collaboration and high expectations.
- Champion high-quality adaptive teaching, supporting teachers to identify and remove barriers to learning.
- Lead staff development, training, coaching and support to strengthen understanding of SEND and inclusive classroom practice.
- Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and additional provision, using assessment information and evidence of pupil progress to inform next steps.
- Work closely with families, external professionals and partner agencies to secure the best possible outcomes for children.
- Oversee the provision and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring that outcomes, provision and reviews are purposeful and effective.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs, ensuring that individual plans and appropriate strategies are in place.
- Support the development of a positive, inclusive culture in which every child feels safe, respected, valued and able to belong.
- Work alongside the Headteacher and governors to review policies, evaluate provision and identify priorities for further improvement.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a leader who:
- Has a genuine passion for inclusion and a deep belief in the potential of every child.
- Has significant experience of working with children with SEND and a secure understanding of the barriers that can affect learning, development and wellbeing.
- Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, statutory responsibilities and safeguarding.
- Is an experienced and reflective teacher with a secure understanding of what constitutes high-quality teaching and learning.
- Can lead, inspire, motivate and support colleagues, building confidence and expertise across the staff team.
- Has the ability to analyse information, evaluate provision and use evidence to drive improvement.
- Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, parents, staff and external professionals.
- Is highly organised, resilient, approachable and able to manage competing priorities.
- Is committed to working collaboratively as part of a team and contributing fully to the wider strategic leadership of the school.
- Will actively promote and uphold the Christian vision, values and ethos of St Peter's.
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are already qualified as a SENCo. We would also be interested in hearing from experienced practitioners with significant SEND leadership experience who are committed to undertaking the relevant qualification.
Why join St Peter's?
St Peter's is a welcoming and caring school community with a strong sense of belonging and a commitment to ensuring that every child is known, valued and supported.
We offer:
- The opportunity to make a significant strategic contribution as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- A school community with a strong Christian vision and a genuine commitment to valuing every individual.
- A dedicated and supportive staff team who are committed to improving outcomes for all children.
- The opportunity to shape and develop our approach to inclusion across our Infant and Junior sites.
- A leadership team committed to professional development, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- The opportunity to influence whole-school practice and make a lasting difference to the experiences and achievements of our children.
The opportunity
This is a particularly important role within our school as we continue to strengthen our inclusive practice and ensure that every child receives the support and opportunities they need to flourish.
We are looking for someone who will bring energy, expertise and compassion to the role; someone who can combine strategic leadership with a genuine understanding of the needs of individual children and families. Most importantly, we want someone who shares our belief where we Love Others, Value Everyone.
If you are an ambitious and compassionate leader who wants to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged on the following days:
Monday 16th November at 11am
Monday 16th November at 3:45pm
Tuesday 17th November at 2pm
Tuesday 17th November at 4pm
Monday 23rd November at 11am
Thursday 26th November at 2pm
If none of the dates listed are convenient for you, please contact the school office and we will be happy to arrange an alternative time.
Safeguarding
St Peter’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Key Dates:
Closing date for applications is Monday 30th November 2026 at 9am.
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 2nd December 2026
Interviews will take place on Monday 7th December and/or Tuesday 8th December 2026.
Contact Details:
St Peter’s CE Primary School Recruitment Team
