Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion

Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 4HT

40 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  29 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 51,773.00 - 57,137.00

Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion job summary

Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion

Required from ASAP but no later than 1st September 2026

Full time (Part-time will be considered for exceptional candidates)

Permanent

Leadership Scale L1-L5 (£51,773 – £57,137) 

Edale Rise Primary and Nursery School is excited to welcome a deeply committed and inspirational Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion to our vibrant, nurturing community. We are searching for someone whose passion for SEND and inclusive education shines through every interaction, someone who believes wholeheartedly that every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and able to thrive. If you are driven by the desire to champion every learner and work alongside a caring, dedicated team to remove barriers and celebrate the strengths of all pupils, we would love to meet you.

The post holder will be an ambitious and nurturing teacher or leader who is passionate about ensuring all our pupils get what they need to thrive and achieve their full potential, by working to find effective solutions to any barriers that they may face.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have Qualified Teacher Status and experience of teaching children with SEND 

• Already have or are willing to commit to securing the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination (NASENCo) or the National Professional Qualification for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (NPQSENCo) within 18 months of appointment 

• Have a genuine passion for inclusion and creating an environment where all pupils can thrive

• Have strong understanding of SEND legislation, EHCPs, leading on Annual Reviews and provision mapping

• Have proven ability to lead, manage and develop teaching assistants and staff

• Have experience working with parents, local authorities and external agencies

• Have excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Are committed to champion inclusion for all pupils

Why work at Edale Rise?

Edale Rise is a school where inclusion, care, and mutual respect shape every interaction. Our community is warm, nurturing, and united by a shared commitment to ensuring that every child, especially those with additional needs, feels valued and supported.

A deeply caring and inclusive culture

Our values are lived out every day. Ofsted recognised that “This is a school where everyone ‘takes care’” and that these core values “are consistently understood and applied by pupils and staff alike.” Staff build meaningful relationships with children, and inspectors noted that “Pupils are cared for and nurtured.” For an inclusion‑focused leader, this is a school where your moral purpose will be shared and celebrated.

Exceptionally positive behaviour and attitudes

Our pupils embody kindness, community and consideration. Inspectors highlighted that “Pupils are well behaved and courteous. They greet people warmly… They thank each other.” They also recognised the strong moral ethos of our children, noting that “Pupils are inclusive and respectful” and celebrate the diversity of their community. For staff, this means a joyful climate where relationships are strong and behaviour supports learning for all.

Strong provision for pupils with SEND

Edale Rise already has firm foundations in place for inclusive practice. Ofsted found that “Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff skillfully adapt lessons to ensure that these pupils learn well.” There is a significant capital project over summer 2026 that will mean our facilities for SEND will allow our provision to shine. This is a setting where inclusive leadership will be valued, championed, and truly impactful.

A place where you can thrive as a professional

Leaders work collaboratively and proactively. Ofsted praised the school’s leadership for being “quick to address any issues… [with] all actions carefully considered,” and for building “a cohesive team with a united ambition.” As Assistant Head for Inclusion, you will be joining a team that is reflective, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement.

As Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion you will: 

• Provide strategic leadership of SEND across the school, ensuring that inclusive practice is embedded in every classroom and that all pupils with additional needs receive high‑quality, personalised support.

• Teach our morning SEND group, delivering targeted, nurturing provision that supports pupils with a range of needs to make strong progress.

• Lead and develop the SEND team, including teaching assistants and specialist staff, ensuring they are well‑supported, well‑trained and confident in delivering effective interventions and adaptations.

• Undertake full SENCO responsibilities, including oversight of the SEND register, high‑quality provision mapping, co‑ordinating EHCP processes and Annual Reviews, and ensuring compliance with statutory SEND expectations.

• Work closely with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to shape and strengthen inclusive provision across the school, contributing to whole‑school strategy and ensuring all pupils, particularly the most vulnerable, are able to thrive.

• Build strong partnerships with families, external agencies, and professionals, ensuring communication is clear, collaborative and centered on the best interests of the child.

• Champion inclusion across Edale Rise, modelling our ‘take care’ ethos and helping foster a culture where every pupil feels valued, respected and able to succeed.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and have been arranged for: 

• 15.4.26: 

o 9:30am – 10:30am 

o 15:30 – 16:30pm

• 16.4.26: 

o 9:30am – 10:30am 

o 15:30 – 16:30pm

• 20.4.26: 

o 9:30am – 10:30am 

o 15:30 – 16:30pm

• 23.4.26

o 9:30am – 10:30am 

o 15:30 – 16:30pm

Please contact the school office on 0115 915 0180 to confirm your attendance. If you are unable to attend any of these dates, please contact the school office and another mutually convenient time and date will be arranged. 

How to apply

Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and as such anyone who is registered disabled and meets the essential person specification criteria will be shortlisted for interview.

Please complete the online application form which you will find on the Transform Trust website https://transformtrust.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies. Please ensure that you follow the instructions within the application form and ensure that there are no gaps in your education or employment history that are not accounted for.

Any questions or queries should be directed to Carol Arnold, School Operations Manager at Email: admin@edale-rise.nottingham.sch.uk Telephone: 0115 915 0180

Closing date for applications: 29.4.26 at 12pm

Interviews will be held on: week commencing 4.5.26

Transform Trust is a Multi Academy Trust with over 9510 children in 27 Primary Schools covering Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire. Joining us, you will be part of an ambitious and innovative organisation. We have a strong focus on empowering our member schools to drive their improvement journey whilst maintaining their own individual identity and community focus.

We believe education has the power to transform lives and communities. Our purpose is to be an innovative and inclusive Trust working for all children.

We are an employer that encourages flexible working and promotes wellbeing through workload considerations.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Transform Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and pre-employment background checks, including satisfactory references, medical, Enhanced DBS with children’s barred list clearance, online and social media checks and completion of relevant safeguarding training including Safeguarding Children in Education
All school roles are classed as regulated activity and as such, it is an offence to apply to for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 237 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/edale-rise-primary-nursery-school-nottingham

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