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Assistant Head (Inclusion Lead and SENCO) - St. Katharine’s CE VA Primary School

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Start: January 2024 or Easter/ASAP 2024 

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Assistant Head, to be the Inclusion Lead and SENCO at St Katharine’s with an absolute commitment to helping all children to flourish. This is an exciting career opportunity for an experienced person who has excellent vision and drive. 

Applications are invited from teachers who are currently working as a SENCO/Inclusion Lead, or have similar leadership experience and have a passion for this area, and hold/or are willing to complete the National Award for SENCOs. 

Our new Assistant Head for Inclusion will: 

 be an exceptional teacher who will have had an impact on the quality of teaching and learning through coaching and mentoring 

 have a passion for children’s learning and development as well as their emotional needs and wellbeing 

 embrace and be a role model of our school culture and Christian vision 

 be a quick learner who embraces feedback 

 have the ability to plan strategically and build upon existing good practice 

 have a sense of humour and resilience 

 have excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively and clearly with a range of stakeholders 

 be committed to Child Protection and Safeguarding 


We offer: 

 bespoke leadership development and 1:1 coaching 

 collaboration with other schools through peer review and networks 

 a vibrant ethos and wellbeing culture 

 energetic and motivated children 

 an excellent team who aspire to achieve high standards 

 a well-embedded SEASIDE curriculum 

 strong arts and sports provision 

Please do have a good look at our school website www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk and our video https://youtu.be/5If_XLdUqfs to get a feel for the school. 

Visits to our school are welcomed – please email us at recruitment@skps.email to arrange a tour with the Headteacher. 

Application packs are available on the school website. 

www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk in Our School/Staff/Staff Vacancies 

Closing date Thursday 16th November 9am 

Interviews TBC (wb 20th November) 

St. Katharine’s C.E. (V.A.) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff, and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment processes and therefore the post requires enhanced DBS check and references prior to interview

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