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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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
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Ideal Candidate
- 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
Benefits
- 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.
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Application Process
Applications are being reviewed immediately.
To be considered for this Assistant Headteacher: Head of Inclusion position, apply as soon as possible. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Reeson Education.
About 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 core 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...
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