Associate Assistant Headteacher: SENDCO
Associate Assistant Headteacher: SENDCO - The Carlton Academy
Redhill Academy Trust Leadership Pay Spine (L8 - L12)
Full Time
Maternity Cover
Required from 1st November 2026
About you...
We are seeking a dynamic and committed educational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Associate Assistant Headteacher. The pivotal role combines strategic leadership with operational responsibility for SEND provision. The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusive education and driving whole-school improvement.
What we can offer...
At The Carlton Academy we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:
- A warm welcome and thorough induction
- Supportive teams and professional networks
- High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
- Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
- Recognition and celebration of your achievements
Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.
Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?
Why Redhill Academy Trust?
Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values
Your role…
The SENDCO, under the direction of the Headteacher, will
- Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
- Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
- Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents, and other agencies
- The SENCO will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD
How to apply
Click ‘apply now’ to complete our on-line application form.
Please ensure you include the following in the Additional Information section of the form:
- Your reasons for applying for the role
- Your ideas on developing inclusive teaching strategies
For further details regarding this post please contact Naomi Beardsley on n.beardsley@theacademycarlton.org.
For information on our recruitment process please visit: Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
