Core Purpose of the Role 
To lead and strategically develop inclusive practices across the school, ensuring that all students—regardless of background, ability, or need—can access high-quality education and achieve their full potential. The Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to the overall leadership and management of the school and deputising for the Headteacher when required. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 
Strategic Leadership 
- Lead the development and implementation of the school’s inclusion and SEND strategy. 
- Ensure the school meets statutory responsibilities under the Children and Families Act (2014), SEND Regulations (2014), SEND Code of Practice, and Equality Act (2010). 
- Contribute to the school improvement plan, self-evaluation, and policy development. 
 
Safeguarding and Welfare 
- Take a proactive role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, in line with statutory guidance and school policy. 
- Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) team, particularly for vulnerable children with SEND. 
- Attend weekly pastoral meetings and contribute to safeguarding strategies for students with identified or emerging needs. 
- Ensure all staff are aware of safeguarding responsibilities related to SEND and inclusion. 
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for safeguarding and welfare concerns. 
- Liaise with social care, early help teams, and external agencies to ensure coordinated support for vulnerable pupils. 
 
SEND & Inclusion 
- Act as SENCo, overseeing the SEND register, provision map, and EHCP processes. 
- Lead on provision for Pupil Premium, Looked-After Children, and other vulnerable groups. 
- Coordinate external agency involvement and represent the school in multi-agency meetings. 
- Promote inclusive teaching practices and model Quality First Teaching. 
 
Pastoral Leadership 
- Lead on pastoral support and wellbeing across the school. 
- Monitor attendance and behaviour of pupils and oversee the implementation of support strategies. 
- Act as the designated teacher for looked-after and previously looked-after children. 
 
Leadership & Management 
- Line manage the Learning Support Team and oversee their professional development. 
- Lead CPD for staff on SEND, inclusion, behaviour, equality, and safeguarding. 
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and inclusive practices. 
- Ensure effective communication with families, staff, governors, and external partners. 
 
Teaching & Learning 
- Support curriculum development to ensure accessibility and success for all learners. 
- Conduct learning walks, book scrutiny, and lesson observations to monitor inclusive practice. 
- Lead on transition processes for SEND and vulnerable pupils between key stages and settings. 
 
Other Duties 
- Deputise for the Headteacher when required. 
- Uphold the values of the school and trust. 
- Fulfil duties as outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD). 
- Adhere to all school policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and equality. 

Benefits

• Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme
• The opportunity to contribute to the rapid and sustained school improvement of Tonge Moor Primary Academy. Recognised by OFSTED Jan 2023: Pupils, including children in the early years, are proud and happy to attend Tonge Moor Primary Academy. They arrive each day keen to get their learning underway. Pupils said that everyone is kind to each other and that they all become good friends.
• Nurturing Work Environment: Benefit from on-site nurseries available during school terms and 52-week private nurseries at preferential rates.
• Extended Care Options: Enjoy access to our out-of-school and holiday clubs, also offered at discounted rates.
• Professional Growth: Embark on a journey of personal development with bespoke opportunities and comprehensive access to the Schoot CPD package.
• Technological Advancement: Experience our dynamic digital strategy, including 1-1 iPads for both pupils and staff.
• Dedicated Support: Rely on our on-site Trust HR and full-time IT support teams, dedicated to your needs.
• Strong Leadership: Be part of a team backed by committed Directors and Governors, and a leadership that values your workload and well-being.
• Inspiring Students: Teach pupils who are well-behaved, eager to learn, and who find joy and calm in their school life.
• A Family Ethos: Join a community that cherishes individual talent, empowering everyone to achieve their best.

Our Academy Trust is committed to improving the life chances of all children through education and personal development. Each child is unique. We encourage and support every child through their exciting journey within our trust equipping them with the skills they need for the future. 

Our approach is based on sharing excellence within our trust, recruiting, training and retaining the highest calibre of staff who share our vision of enlightening, enriching, empowering and evolving a generation through education. 

‘Enlightening, Enriching, Empowering and Evolving generations through education’ 

We offer a fantastic supportive place to work along with flexible work opportunities, including hybrid working, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services.  

The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.  This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.