Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion, SEND and Outreach

Salary: Leadership Scale L6 – L12
Closing Date: Tuesday 24^th February 2026 at 3pm
Interviews: 26^th/27^th February 2026
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Doubletrees School
Start Date: Easter 2026 (or as soon as notice allows)

Are you a compassionate, strategic and inspirational leader with a deep commitment to inclusion and SEND?

Do you have the vision, expertise and drive to improve outcomes for children with complex needs?

Doubletrees School

The Special Partnership Trust

We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion, SEND and Outreach to join the Senior Leadership Team at Doubletrees School, supporting the next exciting phase of development within our school and across the Trust.

This is a pivotal strategic leadership role, with responsibility for Inclusion, SEND (as SENDCO), EHCP processes, admissions and transitions, outreach and partnership work, and multi‑agency collaboration. Working closely with the Headteacher, governors and Trust colleagues, you will play a central role in shaping provision, strengthening systems and ensuring outstanding experiences and outcomes for all pupils.

The successful candidate will be a model of professional excellence, taking a hands‑on, visible approach to leadership by working alongside staff to support, challenge and improve practice. They will be a highly reflective, evidence‑informed leader, able to identify priorities, implement improvement and clearly demonstrate measurable impact on practice, culture and outcomes for pupils.

 

As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to whole‑school leadership, deputise for the Headteacher/Deputy Headteacher when required and model exceptional professional practice. The role includes a teaching commitment and opportunities to work across other Trust schools where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for Inclusion and SEND, ensuring high‑quality, ambitious and person‑centred provision for all pupils.
• Fulfil the role of SENDCO, leading EHCP processes, funding applications, statutory compliance and multi‑agency coordination.
• Ensure that curriculum, assessment and provision are accessible, inclusive and responsive to diverse and complex needs.
• Lead admissions and transitions, ensuring pupils and families experience safe, well‑planned and supported entry into school.
• Champion the progress and wellbeing of disadvantaged pupils, including those eligible for Pupil Premium and Children in Care.

 

• Lead and develop the school’s outreach and partnership work, sharing best practice and supporting SEND provision across other settings.
• Use data and evidence to monitor impact, inform strategic decisions and drive sustained improvement.
• Support day‑to‑day leadership of the school and deputise for the Headteacher/Deputy Headteacher as required.
• Promote high expectations, inclusive values and a strong culture of collaboration and professional learning.
• Lead and contribute to school self‑evaluation, improvement planning and quality assurance processes.
• Model excellent teaching and support high‑quality CPD for staff across the school.

About You:

You will:

• Be passionate about inclusive education and improving life chances for children with complex and additional needs.
• Have a proven track record of strategic leadership and contributing to whole‑school improvement.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner, with experience across a range of needs and ages.
• Have strong experience of SEND leadership, EHCP processes and statutory frameworks.
• Be confident using assessment and data to evaluate impact and improve outcomes.
• Be a credible, calm and inspiring leader, able to motivate, challenge and support others.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with parents, governors and external professionals.
• Embody trauma‑informed and attachment‑aware practice.

 

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO), or willingness to undertake within three years

Our Total Reward Offer

The Special Partnership Trust recognises the importance of a strong People Strategy to underpin our vision and values.

We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining high‑quality staff by creating a positive, supportive and rewarding working environment. Our total reward offer goes beyond salary and includes:

• Generous leave entitlements and pension scheme
• Access to health and wellbeing support
• High‑quality CPD, leadership development and career pathways
• Opportunities to work across a collaborative and ambitious Trust
• A culture that values staff wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth

For further information, please visit the Special Partnership Trust website to view our People Strategy and Benefits.

Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Join us today.

Contact Us

Informal conversations are warmly welcomed.
If you would like to discuss the role in confidence, please contact:
Heidi Hoskin – Headteacher hhoskin@doubletrees.org.uk

Please visit www.specialpartnership.org for further information about our Trust and to access an application pack.

Completed applications should be returned to:
Jess Summers – School Operations Manager jsummers@doubletrees.org.uk

Applicants are also asked to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form via the link provided.

Safeguarding

The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory checks and references, including an Enhanced DBS check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, the Trust will carry out an online search of all shortlisted candidates.