Assistant Headteacher & SENCO (Architect of Inclusion)

You will lead our inclusion framework and hold professional responsibility for our statutory SENCO coordination. You will ensure that academic success is linked to emotional safety and the removal of environmental barriers, leading whole-school practice so that neurodivergent young people thrive, staff feel supported, and families experience true partnership. Inclusion Leadership: Champion a strengths-based, neuro-affirming ethos across all areas of school life, translating vision into measurable priorities and success indicators. SENCO Coordination: Maintain statutory compliance with the SEND Code of Practice, coordinate annual reviews, and manage multi-agency plans. Teacher Development: Coach and develop staff in adaptive teaching, universal design for learning, and relational behaviour support.