Assistant Headteacher (SENCO)
Danetree Primary School, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9SE18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
1 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
- SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)
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
- GLF Leadership 4 - 8 (Fringe)
Assistant Headteacher (SENCO) job summary
Danetree Primary School is seeking an inspiring and dedicated Assistant Headteacher with the responsibility of SENCO to join our passionate and forward-thinking leadership team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic leader who is committed to inclusive education and has a strong track record of improving outcomes for all learners. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our whole-school strategy for SEND, while contributing to wider school development as part of the senior leadership team.
Your opportunity
This is a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity for a passionate and experienced educator to join GLF Schools as an Assistant Headteacher (SENCO). This dual-role position combines strategic senior leadership with a core focus on special educational needs and inclusive practice, offering the chance to shape the educational experience of every child, especially those with additional learning needs.
Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in the school’s ongoing development by driving high-quality teaching, developing staff, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. As the school’s SENCO, you will lead the provision and policy for SEND, ensuring compliance, championing inclusion, and securing rapid progress for all learners.
This is an ideal role for an ambitious leader with a strong SEND background who is ready to influence whole-school strategy while making a tangible impact on the lives of pupils, staff, and families within a supportive, values-driven Multi Academy Trust.
What we are looking for
- Experienced Educator & Qualified Leader - You’ll have QTS, a strong teaching background, senior leadership experience, and ideally be working towards or already hold the National Award for SEN Coordination.
- SEN Expertise - A sound understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and a proven track record of raising standards and delivering inclusive practice across the school.
- Strategic Leadership - Confident in driving school improvement, managing resources, leading change, and embedding high expectations for all learners.
- Exceptional Communicator & Collaborator - Able to influence, motivate, and build strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, and external partners.
- Committed to Safeguarding & Inclusion - Deep knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a passionate advocate for equality, social justice, and the wellbeing of every child.
- Inspiring & Innovative - A forward-thinking professional who brings creativity, resilience, and a positive outlook to school leadership.
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.
About Danetree Primary School
Danetree is a four-form entry, Ofsted rated 'OUTSTANDING' School set in fantastic grounds in West Ewell, Epsom. Our forward-thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for our children, bringing learning to life through our innovative thematic curriculum.
Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Danetree, our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale, Banstead Infants, Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools, Cuddington Croft Primary School, and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School . This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
- GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Teachers pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Start Date: January 2027
Hours: Full-time
Annual Salary: GLF Leadership 4 - 8 (Fringe)
Closing Date: Sunday 1st November at 11.59pm
Interview Date: TBC
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Danetree Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 912 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Danetree Primary School has gone through an exciting journey to become a four-form entry Primary school in September 2016. Recently rated by Ofsted as an 'Outstanding' school, we pride ourselves on the commitment and dedication of the entire staff body and we proudly promote our passion and desire to assist in the educational development and enhancement of each and every child within our school.
Our mission is clear; ‘Danetree is a caring school where learning is creative, challenging and inspiring; enabling all to achieve their potential.
Be part of our creative and passionate team as we plan the next step on our journey, and Grow, Learn and Flourish within GLF Schools.
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