Assistant Principal - Inclusion

About this RoleWork where it matters most, achieve what matters more. Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. George Salter Academy is a friendly, happy and vibrant 11-18 academy, serving a multi-cultural community. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form in Sandwell, West Midlands. We are driven by our core values of Ambition, Belief, and Courage, and are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background. We are seeking an ambitious, values‑driven Assistant Principal – Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring that every pupil feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. This is a key strategic leadership post with responsibility for SEND, inclusion, wellbeing, safeguarding and pupil premium, and for removing barriers to learning for our most vulnerable pupils. The successful candidate will be a visible, credible leader who combines strong systems thinking with warmth, high expectations, and an unwavering commitment to equity. Key responsibilities will include: Lead whole‑school strategy for inclusion, SEND and wellbeing, ensuring high‑quality systems, consistent practice and impactful interventions Provide strategic leadership to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils, and other vulnerable groups Analyse and use inclusion, attendance, behaviour and achievement data to identify priorities and drive improvement Work closely with the SENDCo, safeguarding leads, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure pupils are safe and well supported Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the day‑to‑day leadership and culture of the school Lead and develop pastoral and inclusion teams, ensuring strong performance management and professional development Champion safeguarding and mai