Do you have the passion and determination to shape an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child thrives? Are you an experienced leader with a proven record in shaping inclusion strategy and driving whole-school improvement? If so, we want to hear from you.

Northumberland Heath Primary School is a vibrant and diverse primary school that believes in unlocking the potential of every child. We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher for Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team, taking a pivotal role in driving standards, leading on inclusion and safeguarding, and ensuring our children have the opportunity to access the very best education.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will lead on safeguarding, champion the needs of pupils with additional needs (including SEND, EAL), and oversee the implementation of strategies to ensure all children achieve their full potential. You will have a strong understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and adaptive learning approaches, using technology creatively to support SEND pupils to access the curriculum. You will inspire and upskill others to embrace the value of inclusive education, while upholding our school’s vision and ethos.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead on inclusion, ensuring high-quality provision for pupils with additional needs, including SEND & EAL children.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school, liaising with external agencies such as the local authority and police.
• Be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, driving school self-evaluation and improvement planning.
• Develop and lead professional development programmes to promote effective inclusive practices across the school.
• Lead the behaviour system, ensuring a calm and orderly environment for pupils and staff.
• Embed a forward-thinking approach to inclusion, ensuring innovative strategies and best practices are at the heart of school improvement.
• Champion Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create a flexible and accessible curriculum that meets the needs of all learners.
• Use adaptive learning technologies to support SEND pupils and ensure they reach their full potential.
• Line-manage and support staff, ensuring performance is monitored and opportunities for CPD are provided.
• Collaborate with Key Stage Leaders to coordinate intervention programmes for children requiring additional support.
• Oversee pupil attendance, in particular supporting those persistently absent and their families.
• Work with parents, carers, and the wider school community to enrich children’s learning experiences.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with inclusion colleagues from across the Trust and exceptional professional development.

Candidates should refer to the job description/person specification and explain within their expression of interest how they meet the criteria, whilst also describing what they will bring to the post from their own knowledge and experience.

The successful candidate will work closely with the other members of the school team to provide the highest quality inclusive education throughout school. The role requires you to have ambition and drive for working with children and empowering all stakeholders to ignite the spark, reveal the champion.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found; therefore, early application is encouraged.