Assistant Headteacher with SEND Responsibility

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Assistant Headteacher with SEND Responsibility

Salary: Leadership Range L4–L8
Location: Kingsfield Primary School
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Closing Date: 17th June 2025

Inspire, Lead, and Make a Difference

Kingsfield Primary School is seeking a passionate and dynamic Assistant Headteacher to join our dedicated leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to whole-school improvement, lead on the cultural ethos and curriculum, and take strategic responsibility for SEND provision across the school.

As part of the Active Learning Trust, we are committed to providing high-quality education in a supportive and inclusive environment. We are looking for an exceptional individual with a strong vision for education, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for making a positive impact on pupils’ lives.

About Us:

At Kingsfield Primary School, we are united by our core values that shape our learning behaviours and guide our curriculum. These values define us as a team and drive us towards a shared vision for every child. Situated in the heart of Chatteris, Kingsfield is a vibrant and inclusive primary school for children aged 2-11, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

We pride ourselves on being a diverse community where every child is at the centre of everything we do. Our supportive and stimulating environment ensures that all children are given the opportunity to thrive, through tailored learning experiences that meet their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in school improvement planning and strategic development alongside the Headteacher and SLT.

• Lead the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring high-quality inclusive practice across the school.

• Manage and develop high standards of teaching, learning and curriculum design, working collaboratively to raise achievement.

• Oversee and develop pastoral care, behaviour and safeguarding systems to ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all pupils.

• Take the lead on safeguarding and child protection, including policy oversight and compliance.

• Contribute to staff development, performance management, and professional learning across the school.

• Teach a class (as required by the school), modelling outstanding classroom practice and driving excellence in teaching and learning.

• Liaise with external agencies, families, and professionals to support children’s progress and wellbeing.

What we are looking for:

• A committed, experienced leader with proven success in a senior school leadership role.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong teaching background and excellent classroom practice.

• In-depth understanding and experience of SEND provision and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).

• A track record of driving school improvement, particularly in teaching, learning, and curriculum development.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

• Ability to inspire, challenge, and support colleagues and build strong working relationships with pupils, staff, and the wider community.

• A reflective and solution-focused mindset with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Why join us?

• Vivup Benefit System
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Teacher Pensions
• A vibrant and welcoming school community where children are at the heart of everything we do.
• A supportive leadership team and trust network committed to your development and success.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Sarah Ponder-Boyes – School Business Manager – sarah.ponderboyes@kingsfield.cambs.sch.uk

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees’ alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.