Assistant Headteacher SEND and Inclusion

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1 FTE

L2

Required ASAP

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for SEND, inclusion and whole-school improvement? Are you excited by the opportunity to shape the next phase of a schools journey, driving SEND and behaviour forward? If so, we would love to hear from you.

The Governors of Cathcart Street Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate, and caring Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for SEND and Inclusion. We are a nurturing, inclusive primary school with a committed staff team, enthusiastic pupils, and a community that is proud of the progress we are making. We are now seeking an Assistant Headteacher to lead on SEND and Inclusion across the school  someone who will champion high standards, nurture staff development, and help us continue to grow with positivity and purpose.

Purpose of the role

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement school-wide strategies for SEND, inclusion, and pastoral development.

SENCo duties: Act as the schools SENCO, overseeing the EHCP process, identifying needs, and implementing effective interventions.

Staff Development: Lead on teacher training and professional development regarding inclusive teaching practices.

Inclusion Oversight: Lead, manage, and hold staff to account for the provision and outcomes of vulnerable groups including oversight of our two nurture provisions, The Willows and Nurture.

Compliance & Monitoring: Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks and use data effectively to track progress and report to governors.

Enhance, uphold and take responsibility for promoting positive behaviour and inclusion across the whole school

Required qualifications and experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Hold the mandatory SENCo qualification (NPQ for SENCOs or a recognised NASENCO), or be willing and eligible to complete the required qualification within the statutory timeframe, unless exempt.

Equifeguard and promote childrens welfare, follow school safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly to the designated safeguarding lead.

This role involves regular contact with children and regulated activity relevant to children. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a childrens barred list check, verification of identity, right to work and qualifications, a teacher prohibition check and other relevant pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Relevant overseas checks will be undertaken where required.

An online search using a search engine will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of recruitment due diligence. Any relevant information identified may be explored with the candidate at interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to the applicable filtering rules. Protected convictions and cautions do not need to be disclosed and, if disclosed, cannot be taken into account. Further information is available in the DBS filtering guidance.

Equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please contact the school if you require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.pped to support and develop the school's ethos

Committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors

Excellent team player who will work closely with all team members

Proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner

Successful experience as a middle or senior leader in a primary school.

Proven impact in leading SEND/behaviour management

Strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils.

Experience of coaching, mentoring, or supporting colleagues.

Desirable qualities

Experience leading SEND across a primary school

Inspires the best from every child

Recognises the challenges and opportunities presented in our wonderful school

Ambitious in their own personal development and can inspire others

Why join Cathcart Street Primary School

Opportunities to develop your own leadership skills

Management experience working as part of the Senior Leadership Team

Happy working environment with a focus on nurture, kindness with a great team, fabulous children, and supportive Governing Body

Be part of the next exciting chapter in the journey of our school

Safeguarding and safer recruitment

Cathcart Street Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please also download the Disclosure Form, but only complete and return it if you are shortlisted and invited for interview.

Application process

To apply, please read the attached Notes for Applicants and School Information, and complete the Application Form.

Completed applications should be returned by email to businessmanager@cathcartstreet.wirral.sch.uk or by post or hand delivery to Cathcart Street Primary School, Dover Close, Birkenhead, CH41 3JY.

Closing date: 23 November 2026 at 12 noon.

Interview dates: 25/26 November 2026.