Position: Assistant Principal for Inclusion

Start Date: September 2026

Salary L1-L8 (£51,773-£61,354)

We are excited to be recruiting for the brand-new role of Assistant Principal for Inclusion, commencing in September 2026.

The Assistant Principal for Inclusion will provide strategic leadership to embed an inclusive culture across the school, ensuring that every child can achieve their full potential.

This role will be non-class based and will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

The role will oversee provision for pupils with special educational needs (SEND) and other vulnerable learners, ensuring that all pupils are able to make excellent progress and achieve the best possible outcomes.

We are seeking a leader who is passionate about inclusion and who truly believes that every child thrives when they experience a deep sense of belonging, supported by a shared philosophy of fun, creativity and achievement.

As the Assistant Principal for Inclusion, you will have the opportunity to:

· Be part of a Trust-wide group of Assistant Principals for Inclusion, enabling you to share best practice, seek support and collaborate within a vibrant and supportive professional network.

· Serve as a key member of the school’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to whole-school strategic decision-making.

· Work closely with the Principal to develop, implement and evaluate the school’s Inclusion Strategy, shaping inclusive practice at both school and trust level, rather than within a single setting alone.

· Engage in high-quality, continuous professional development within a Trust that is committed to nurturing talent and supporting succession planning for future leadership roles.

· Benefit from a bespoke onboarding programme, both prior to starting the role and throughout your induction period, ensuring a supported and successful transition.

· Access a comprehensive wellbeing package, including (but not limited to) free GP consultations for you and your family, physiotherapy and counselling services, as well as leadership coaching.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Successful experience as a leader in education, with a track record of delivering school improvement priorities.

A leader who is passionate about Inclusion

A clear understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.

A commitment to our Trust values of Ambition, Drive, Excellence & One Team

Our Commitment :

Preston Hedges Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to successful Disclosure and Barring clearance and any other necessary safeguarding checks, satisfactory references and medical clearance. Please be advised that as per KCSIE 2025 all shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks.

Our Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be viewed using the following link:

https://prestonhedgestrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Safeguarding-Child-Protection-Policy-2025-26.pdf

Please also be advised we will take up references prior to interview and that one referee must be your last employer. The school provides equal opportunities to all. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity.

We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROLE

We would love the chance to welcome you to our school and talk to you about the role, the Trust and the opportunity. We are therefore inviting tours to the school and holding an online recruitment evening on Tuesday 12th May where you can learn about the school, Trust and our plans for the role.

To book a visit to the school, or to attend the recruitment evening, or to find out more about the role please email: kate.clark@parklandsprimary.org 01604 491769

Closing date for applications is 5.30pm on Thursday 14th May

Interviews: Monday 18th of May and Tuesday 19th of Ma