Assistant Headteacher - SENCO

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - SENCO Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role We’re looking for an ambitious and inspirational Assistant Headteacher & SENCO to join our leadership team and help shape the next chapter of our school. This is more than a leadership position. It’s an opportunity to influence whole-school improvement, champion outstanding SEND provision and help create an environment where every young person can succeed. Working closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team, you’ll play a key role in setting the school’s direction, developing staff and raising standards across teaching, learning, behaviour, assessment and inclusion. With a 70% teaching commitment, you’ll remain closely connected to classroom practice while using your leadership expertise to drive meaningful improvements across the school Your duties will include: Supporting the Headteacher with the strategic leadership and day-to-day running of the school. Leading and modelling high-quality teaching and learning, while maintaining a 70% teaching commitment. Taking a lead role in SEND provision, ensuring pupils receive the right support, challenge and opportunities to thrive. Driving school improvement, using evidence, assessment and pupil outcomes to identify priorities and deliver change. Leading the school’s assessment strategy, using data effectively to monitor progress and put timely interventions in place. Coaching, developing and performance managing staff, helping teachers and leaders grow in confidence and expertise. Providing strong curriculum leadership and promoting ambitious expectations for every pupil. Championing an inclu