Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDCo)

George Salter Academy, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 9UW

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  14 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  5 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £67,898.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual) L12-16

Assistant Principal - Inclusion (SENDCo) job summary

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

George Salter Academy is a friendly, happy and vibrant 11-18 academy, serving a multi-cultural community. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form in Sandwell, West Midlands. We are driven by our core values of Ambition, Belief, and Courage, and are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background.

We are seeking an ambitious, values‑driven Assistant Principal - Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring that every pupil feels safe, supported, and able to thrive.

This is a key strategic leadership post with responsibility for SEND, inclusion, wellbeing, safeguarding and pupil premium, and for removing barriers to learning for our most vulnerable pupils. The successful candidate will be a visible, credible leader who combines strong systems thinking with warmth, high expectations, and an unwavering commitment to equity.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead whole‑school strategy for inclusion, SEND and wellbeing, ensuring high‑quality systems, consistent practice and impactful interventions
• Provide strategic leadership to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils, and other vulnerable groups
• Analyse and use inclusion, attendance, behaviour and achievement data to identify priorities and drive improvement
• Work closely with the SENDCo, safeguarding leads, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure pupils are safe and well supported
• Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the day‑to‑day leadership and culture of the school
• Lead and develop pastoral and inclusion teams, ensuring strong performance management and professional development
• Champion safeguarding and maintain the highest standards in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education
• Undertake a teaching commitment of 15 periods per week

We are looking for a leader who:

• Is a qualified teacher (QTS) with substantial post‑qualification experience
• Has demonstrated impact in improving SEND provision, inclusion, behaviour and/or attendance
• Brings strong knowledge of safeguarding, statutory requirements and inclusive practice
• Is an effective people‑leader, able to motivate, challenge and support staff and pupils
• Has high levels of integrity, emotional intelligence and resilience
• Shares our commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding
• Ideally has experience at Assistant Headteacher level or equivalent (desirable)

As a member of our staff, you’ll be part of a close-knit team dedicated to fostering a challenging yet nurturing learning environment. George Salter Academy is a cornerstone of the local community, actively engaging with parents, businesses, and organisations.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

To discuss the position or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Head of School, Rupi Bellingham, via e-mail at R.Bellingham@georgesalter.com.

The deadline for applications is 5pm, Thursday 14th May 2026. Interviews will be held on Monday 18th May 2026. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To apply for the role, please submit an application via the link above. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

George Salter Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related expectations, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

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 George Salter Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1438 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: George Salter Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/george-salter-academy

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