Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion
Levenshulme High School, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M19 1FS14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st January 2026
Closing date
19 September 2025 at 1pm
Date listed
5 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £71,330.00 - £78,702.00 Annually (Actual) LPS, Points L14 - L18
Assistant Headteacher - Head of Inclusion job summary
About Us
Levenshulme High School is an outstanding, high-performing, and inclusive girls’ school situated in the heart of the vibrant, multicultural community of Levenshulme, Manchester. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust - together, we create lives of opportunity.
Our ethos is rooted in the Co-operative Values, which have earned us the prestigious Quality Mark from the International Values-based Education Trust. These values shape our dedicated school community, inspiring every individual to achieve their personal and academic best.
We are committed to delivering the highest standards of education, empowering our students to become future leaders and responsible global citizens, ready to make meaningful contributions to the 21st-century world.
Please visit our website to learn more about us and contact: recruitment@levenshulmehigh.co.uk if you would like to arrange a visit to the academy prior to application.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Levenshulme High School’s Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher with SENCo responsibility. The successful candidate will lead the Inclusion Faculty and play a strategic role in shaping and delivering our SEND provision. You will be responsible for ensuring excellent academic progress and personal development for students with additional needs, while supporting staff across the school to embed inclusive practices. As Assistant Headteacher for Student Behaviour, Safety and Wellbeing, you will contribute to whole-school leadership, working collaboratively to foster a culture of high expectations, equity, and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader with a strong track record in inclusive education and a commitment to raising standards for all learners. You will bring excellent teaching practice, a deep understanding of SEND policy and provision, and the ability to lead and inspire others. SENCo experience is essential, and a SENCo qualification is desirable. Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a collaborative mindset are key, along with the ability to use data effectively to drive improvement. Above all, you will embody our co-operative values and be committed to empowering every student to thrive.
Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Why Join Us?
At Levenshulme High School, we are proud to serve a diverse and inclusive community, guided by our co-operative values and a commitment to equality of opportunity for all students. The successful candidate will be part of a passionate and talented team dedicated to student success and professional excellence. We offer a highly supportive and collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and professional development is prioritised. Together, we work to develop efficient and effective practices that achieve meaningful outcomes, while fostering a culture of openness, honesty, and wellbeing. If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and grow, Levenshulme is the place to thrive.
A Trust for Every Child and Every Colleague
We believe that great futures are built by great people. Colleagues who work in our schools will experience the same focus on care and guidance, opportunity and challenge, so that they can deliver an exceptional education to our young people. They will become the very best practitioners through bespoke support and opportunities to learn professionally, to collaborate, to lead innovation and to advance their career with us.
We strive for excellence in everything we do. At GMET, every role, from teaching to support, is valued. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow within a trust where our core values guide our work with learners, colleagues, families, and the wider community.
We invest in our people. As part of GMET, you’ll benefit from a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing, help you save money, and make your salary go further including:
- A minimum 20% PPA allowance for all staff
- Joint PPA time for departments to plan collaboratively
- A genuine commitment to wellbeing and effective workload management
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
- High expectations for all learners and staff
- A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
- Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
- A commitment to equity, diversity and accessibility
- Tailored CPD and coaching
- Trust-wide networks and learning communities
- Leadership development pathways
- Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options
- Gym Membership
How to Apply
We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS checks
- Reference and identity verification
- Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Levenshulme High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Levenshulme High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1048 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Levenshulme High School website
We are looking for a successful candidate to join a committed team of specialists within this vibrant, multi-cultural school for girls. This post offers an outstanding opportunity for professional development in a secure and supportive environment.
Levenshulme High School is an 11-16, comprehensive school for girls. We are located in South Manchester at the heart of a vibrant, multi-cultural community, which is languages-rich and highly aspirational. There are 1000 young people here, who are committed to both their academic progress and their personal development. We have a rich and full curriculum, which meets the needs and interests of students of all abilities as well as building a strong sense of identity and personal values.
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