Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion, SEND & Behaviour

As an Academy within the Mulberry Schools Trust, we are looking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Inclusion, SEND and Behaviour at Mulberry Silverdale Primary. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to lead a key area of a vibrant and inclusive primary school, working with a dedicated and passionate team of staff. This post would ideally suit either an experienced Assistant Headteacher or an aspirational Middle Leader who can inspire and develop staff and pupils, and help create an environment where every member of the school community can thrive, belong and flourish. We are looking for a person who:

• Is a champion for all pupils and an advocate for an inclusive, equitable and values-driven education
• Has experience of, or a strong understanding of, working in a diverse urban community
• Embeds high expectations for all learners, particularly those who are disadvantaged or vulnerable
• Will champion adaptive teaching and evidence-informed practice to ensure consistency and excellence in classroom provision
• Will lead and oversee the quality of inclusion, SEND and pastoral systems, ensuring that provision has clear impact on pupil outcomes
• Has the expertise to fulfil the statutory responsibilities of SENDCo in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Will lead high-quality systems for behaviour and culture, promoting positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging
• Will monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and provision, ensuring continuous improvement
• Will work closely with families, staff and external agencies to remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes for all pupils
• Will contribute to whole-school leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team
  
  A strong commitment to inclusion, equity and high aspirations for every child
• A dedicated, skilled and collaborative staff team who are passionate about improving life chances for pupils
• Supportive and experienced leadership, with a strong focus on staff development and wellbeing
• High-quality professional development and clear pathways into senior leadership
• A culture that values reflective practice, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Strong partnerships with families, governors and the wider Trust community
• A commitment to reducing workload and supporting staff wellbeing
• Excellent opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families, An experienced Assistant Headteacher seeking a new leadership challenge in an inclusive primary setting
• An existing SENDCo looking to develop and broaden their practice within a larger strategic leadership role
• An aspiring SENDCo who is ready to take the next step into statutory SEND leadership