This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping provision for pupils with SEND, supporting staff to deliver high-quality teaching, and ensuring every child is able to thrive and reach their full potential.

 Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND and inclusion across the school as a member of the senior leadership team.
• Lead and develop a whole-school approach to inclusive practice, ensuring high-quality provision and positive outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on the impact of SEND provision, using data and evidence to drive continuous improvement.
• Line manage and support relevant staff, ensuring effective deployment of teaching assistants and targeted support.
• Support and develop staff through coaching, training, and professional development to strengthen inclusive teaching across the school.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure effective teaching, targeted interventions, and appropriate support for pupils with additional needs.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure coordinated and effective support for pupils.
• Oversee statutory SEND processes, including EHCPs, annual reviews and compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Contribute to whole-school leadership, strategic planning, and school improvement priorities as part of the senior leadership team.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and wellbeing, ensuring every pupil is supported to succeed.

What We Offer

• A brand-new, state-of-the-art school building with excellent facilities.
• A friendly and supportive staff team who genuinely enjoy working together and supporting our students.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse and vibrant school community.
• A strong commitment to professional development, with opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your role.
• A laptop and reliable IT support to help you do your job effectively.
• Access to our on-site staff gym.
• Free on-site parking.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

Grove Academy is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.