18 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2026

  • Closing date

    3 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    15 September 2025

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

Pay scale

L1-L4

What skills and experience we're looking for

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Experience in a primary school teaching role.
  • Proven leadership experience (e.g. as a phase leader, subject leader, or part of SLT).
  • National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete within 3 years).
  • A clear commitment to inclusive education and the well-being of all pupils.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to inspire, support, and lead others with compassion and clarity.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience as a SENDCo or within a SEND-focused role.
  • Experience as a DDSL
  • Experience working in a small or rural primary school setting.
  • Understanding of multi-agency working and the SEND Code of Practice.

What the school offers its staff

We Offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming school community.
  • Enthusiastic, kind, and inspiring children who Love to Learn.
  • A committed and caring team of staff and governors.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • A beautiful village setting with strong community links.

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.

At Ruardean C of E Primary School we believe in nurturing the Love of Learning, Love of Life, and Love of One Another. As a small, close-knit village primary school, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child is known, valued, and supported to flourish both academically and personally.

The Role

The Headteacher, in collaboration with the Governing Board, is actively seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This is a strategic and hands-on role combining leadership, class teaching and responsibility as the school’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo).

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, promote high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure all pupils – especially those with additional needs – receive the support they need to thrive.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to gain experience within leadership whilst broadening their knowledge of SEND. As a school we will be able to support you on this journey and offer you the opportunity to train as SENDCo as well as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) if these are qualifications you do not yet have.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

  • Support the Headteacher in the day-to-day leadership and management of the school.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of the school development plan.
  • Foster a culture that reflects our core values: Love of Learning, Love of Life, and Love of One Another.
  • Lead on areas of whole-school development as agreed with the Headteacher.
  • Act as a role model for staff, pupils, and the wider community.

Teaching & Learning

  • Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching within a mainstream class.
  • Model best practice in teaching, learning, and classroom management.
  • Support colleagues through mentoring, coaching, and team teaching as required.
  • Use assessment effectively to inform planning and raise standards across the school.

SENDCo Responsibilities

  • Oversee the strategic development of SEND provision across the school.
  • Identify pupils with SEND and ensure appropriate provision is in place to meet their needs.
  • Coordinate, monitor, and review EHCPs and individual support plans.
  • Work in close partnership with staff, parents, external agencies, and the local authority.
  • Ensure the school meets all statutory requirements regarding SEND.
  • Work in collaboration with the teacher in the Communication and Interaction Centre to ensure high standards and a supportive learning environment.

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Ruardean Church of England Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
72 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
School website
Ruardean Church of England Primary School website
Email address
ruardean.recruitment@ruardean.gloucs.sch.uk
Phone number
01594542461
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Ruardean Church of England Primary School is an inclusive school. Having a specialist Communication and Interaction Centre attached to the mainstream school, means that pupils in this school develop tolerance and acceptance. All pupils, including those with ‘Additional Needs’ are respected and valued members of our school community.

Academic Standards: The school has made significant progress in academic achievement. At the end of Key Stage 2, pupils’ attainment levels are above national averages.

Happy Learning Environment: Pupils at Ruardean are content and enthusiastic about their learning experience. A positive atmosphere contributes to their overall well-being.

Ofsted Rating: In March 2023, Ofsted rated the school as ‘Good’. This assessment considers various aspects, including finances, admissions, and the school environment.

Community Connection: Being a Church of England primary school, Ruardean maintains strong ties with the local community. This connection fosters a sense of belonging and shared values.

Dedicated Staff and Students: The commitment of both staff and students plays a crucial role in creating a supportive and effective learning environment.

For more information, you can visit the Ruardean Church of England Primary School website or contact them directly at Telephone: 01594 542461 or via email at admin@ruardean.gloucs.sch.uk3.

Arranging a visit to Ruardean Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ruardean.recruitment@ruardean.gloucs.sch.uk.

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