SEN Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Head (KS3–KS5) Salary: L3 £54,394 - L7 £60,145 Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Location: Hanley School Hours: 40 Reporting to: Head of School & Senior Leadership Team About the Role We are seeking an inspiring and experienced Assistant Head (KS3–KS5) to join our leadership team at Hanley School. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader to drive excellence across our Upper School, supporting young people with SEN and autism to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. You will play a key role in shaping a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student is empowered and every staff member is supported to thrive. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic and day-to-day running of KS3–KS5, ensuring strong outcomes for all students Up to 50% teaching Promote and model outstanding SEN and autism practice across the school Drive high standards of teaching and learning through coaching, observation, and performance management Support and develop staff through mentoring, training, and collaborative working Monitor pupil progress, behaviour, wellbeing, and engagement, ensuring tailored support is in place Lead curriculum development, accreditation pathways, and provision mapping Oversee transition planning across key stages and into post-16 pathways Work closely with families, external professionals, and internal teams to achieve the best outcomes Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities and Ofsted readiness Act in the absence of the Head of School when required What We're Looking For We are looking for a confident, compassionate leader who: Has proven experience teaching pupils with SEN Has leadership experience (e.g., leading a department or whole-school initiative) Demonstrates a track record of school improvement and impact Has strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and school improvement strategies (or willingness to develop) Can motivate, inspire, and develop others through coaching and leadership