Job Description

Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENDCo)

Location: Hackney - East London

Salary: Leadership Scale (Competitive, dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

Reeson Education is supporting a highly successful and oversubscribed secondary school in the appointment of an exceptional Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENDCo).

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced SEND leader to join a strong Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of inclusion across the school.

The school has built a reputation for high standards, excellent student outcomes and a culture of ambition, belonging and opportunity for all. The successful candidate will lead an established Inclusion team and drive outstanding provision for students with additional needs, ensuring that every learner is able to achieve their full potential.

As Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion (SENDCo), you will:

Lead the strategic development of SEND and Inclusion across the school

Be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team

Manage and develop the Inclusion department and support staff team

Oversee SEND provision, EHCP processes and statutory compliance

Work closely with teachers, parents, external agencies and senior leaders

Promote high-quality inclusive teaching and learning across the curriculum

Monitor and improve outcomes, attendance, behaviour and wellbeing for SEND students

Contribute to whole-school improvement planning and leadership

The Ideal Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion for this school, will be an inspirational leader who can demonstrate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Successful leadership experience within SEND and Inclusion

Excellent knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

Experience of leading and managing staff

Strong understanding of inclusive practice and whole-school improvement

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

A commitment to raising achievement and removing barriers to learning

National SENCo Award or willingness to complete the qualification

This school will offer an Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion

A senior leadership position with genuine influence across the school

A highly supportive and collaborative leadership team

Motivated students who are eager to learn and succeed

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development

Opportunities to shape strategic SEND provision and whole-school practice

A positive and inclusive school culture with high aspirations for all

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENDCo looking to broaden their impact at senior leadership level, or for an existing senior leader with responsibility for Inclusion seeking a new challenge within a successful and ambitious school.

Applications are being reviewed immediately.

To be considered for this Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion position, please send your CV as soon as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact me.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07