Assistant Principal for Inclusion

Hillside Primary School, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6LU

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 or A.S.A.P

• Closing date

  3 July 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  17 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £42,651.00 - £47,068.00 Annually (Actual) This vacancy is 0.8 FTE (4 days per week)

Assistant Principal for Inclusion job summary

Are you passionate about igniting curiosity, celebrating progress, and helping young learners thrive? We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspirational Inclusion Assistant Principal to join our welcoming and supportive team at Hillside Primary School - a place where learning is engaging, collaboration is valued, and no two days are ever the same.

We Are Looking for an Inclusion Assistant Principal Who:

Brings energy, commitment, and a genuine passion for inclusion across the academy

Communicates clearly and works effectively as part of a team

Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a positive outlook

Models our school values and maintains high standards

Is committed to their own professional growth and the success of every child

Why Hillside?

Hillside is truly a unique and special place, filled with warmth, diversity, and a strong sense of community. Proudly serving a vibrant, multi-cultural population, we’re located just outside Huddersfield town centre — right at the heart of the local area.

We are a one and half-form entry primary school, welcoming children aged 4 to 11. At Hillside, every child is valued, celebrated, and supported to be the very best they can be. We believe in building strong foundations for lifelong learning in an environment that’s nurturing, inclusive, and full of opportunity.

South Pennine Academies, based in West Yorkshire, is a close-knit family of 11 primary and secondary schools across Calderdale, Kirklees, and Oldham — working together to help every child thrive!

What We Offer:

Wellbeing Support - including stress counselling, physiotherapy and more

Pension Scheme - because your future is important

Flexi Days - 2 paid term-time days off for personal milestones

Free Flu Vaccinations - keeping you healthy through the year

Cycle to Work Scheme - promoting active and sustainable travel

Free Will Writing Service - peace of mind for you and your family

Continuous Professional Development - ongoing training and support

Supportive Leadership Team - who are with you every step of the way

Join Our Team

If you are ready to make a meaningful contribution, inspire young minds, and grow within a forward-thinking and caring school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of the dedicated and dynamic team at Hillside Primary Academy, where both children and staff are given every opportunity to flourish.

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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

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.

About Hillside Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 305 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hillside Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hillside-primary-school-hd4-6lu

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