Assistant Headteacher – SEND and Inclusion

at Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, United Kingdom

Salary

£50,000 a year

Closing date

10 November 2026

Start

January 2027

Type of post

Leadership

Contract

Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

First seen

31 October 2026, on a public job listing

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Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - SEND and Inclusion

Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: January 2027

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Ready to take the next step into senior leadership and shape the future of a specialist school?

We're looking for an ambitious and passionate leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher - SEND & Inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SENDCo, Inclusion Lead, Senior Teacher or existing Assistant Headteacher who wants to make a lasting difference in a growing specialist setting. You'll play a key role in driving school improvement, developing outstanding inclusive practice and ensuring every student has the support, opportunities and high expectations they deserve.

Working closely with the Headteacher, you'll help shape the strategic direction of the school while maintaining a teaching commitment, allowing you to stay connected to students, lead by example, and influence outcomes both in and beyond the classroom.

Whether you're looking for your first senior leadership role or seeking your next challenge, this position offers the chance to develop your leadership career while transforming the lives of young people with additional needs.

Your Leadership Impact

• Leading the strategic development of SEND, inclusion and student support.

• Driving improved outcomes through high-quality teaching, interventions and personalised provision.

• Overseeing EHCP implementation, review processes and statutory compliance.

• Using data and progress information to identify priorities and inform school improvement.

• Coaching and developing staff to embed effective inclusive practice.

• Building positive relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.

• Promoting a culture of high expectations, wellbeing, safeguarding and belonging.

What will you will bring

We're looking for someone who has:

• QTS/PGCE and a relevant degree.

• Experience leading SEND, inclusion or school improvement initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCPs and inclusive education.

• A track record of improving outcomes for students with additional needs.

• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.

• The ability to motivate, develop and inspire colleagues.

• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

• NPQSL or a leadership qualification (desirable).

About Our School

Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Opened in September 2024, the school is located in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. We provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive.

Our experienced team creates a calm, structured environment where students build confidence, resilience and achieve positive outcomes through personalised learning, high expectations and strong relationships.

Our curriculum develops the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication and life skills students need to succeed in education, their communities and beyond, helping every young person become a confident learner, responsible citizen and prepared for their future.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

About Us

About Red Kite School

Type

Independent school

Pupils

27 (school census, 2025/26)

Ofsted

Report card, 10 February 2026: expected standard in 6 areas; safeguarding met

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