Salary: L8–L12 (£61,533 - £67,897)

Contract: Permanent

Start date: April 2025

About the Role

Heworth Grange School, part of Consilium Academies, is seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Principal – SENDCO to play a pivotal role in our next phase of school improvement.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a values-driven leader with a strong moral purpose to shape inclusive practice, champion SEND and disadvantaged learners, and contribute strategically at senior leadership level. The successful candidate will combine outstanding SEND expertise with the ability to lead people, systems and culture to ensure every child receives the education they deserve.

As SENDCO, you will provide strategic leadership for SEND, inclusion and Pupil Premium, while also contributing to whole-school leadership, teaching and learning, and staff development.

About Us

Heworth Grange School is a large, vibrant secondary school known for its warm culture, broad curriculum and commitment to developing the whole child academically, socially and emotionally. We are proud of our staff team and the relationships that underpin our work with students, families and the community.

We are on an exciting journey of transformation and are part of the DfE’s RISE programme, receiving additional support and investment to accelerate improvement. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (November 2024) recognised the positive changes already embedded, and we are ambitious to secure excellence in all areas.

As part of Consilium Academies, we benefit from strong Trust-wide collaboration, high-quality professional development through the Centre for Professional Learning, and a shared commitment to Excellence, Equity and Integrity.

The Assistant Principal – SENDCO will:

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND, inclusion and Pupil Premium across the school
• Coordinate high-quality provision for pupils with SEND and additional needs
• Lead and develop inclusive teaching and learning strategies
• Use data effectively to monitor progress, remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes
• Work closely with parents, external agencies and Trust colleagues
• Contribute to Trust-wide leadership strategy and whole-school improvement
• Promote a positive, child-centred culture aligned with the school’s values and ethos

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of high-quality teaching
• Significant experience of SEND and inclusion leadership
• A recognised SEND qualification (or willingness to complete)
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills
• A strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and equity
• The ability to inspire, support and challenge staff and students

Why Join Us? 

• A senior leadership role with real influence and scope for impact
• Strong Trust support and collaboration across schools
• Access to high-quality, tailored professional development
• A values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and growth
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children’s lives

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Heworth Grange School please contact kirsty.gordon@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Friday 13th February 2026, 9.00am

Interviews will take place week beginning 16th February 2026.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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