Associate Assistant Headteacher SENCO
Brookfield Community School, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3NS25 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter 2027
Closing date
17 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
- SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time, term time: Full time, Permanent
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Redhill Academy Trust teachers’ Leadership Pay Scale L8 - L12
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an exceptional, experienced, dynamic and committed educational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Associate Assistant Headteacher/ SENCO. This is a pivotal role for a highly skilled SEND practitioner with a proven track record of successfully leading provision for children and young people with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities.
About you…
The successful candidate will bring experience of working with and supporting students with complex SEND needs, alongside a deep understanding of inclusive practice, statutory requirements and effective intervention strategies. They will be passionate about ensuring that every child receives the support, challenge and opportunities they need to flourish both academically and personally.
In addition to providing strategic leadership for SEND across the school, the postholder will play a key role in safeguarding, staff development and whole-school improvement. They will work closely with students, families, staff and external agencies to ensure that barriers to learning are identified and removed, enabling all students to achieve their full potential.
We are looking for a leader who combines expertise, compassion and determination; someone who can champion inclusion, inspire colleagues and drive excellence in SEND provision across the school. This opportunity would suit an experienced SENCO or senior leader with extensive knowledge of supporting children with SEND and a passion for making a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable learners.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer…
At Brookfield Community School we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:
- A warm welcome and thorough induction
- Supportive teams and professional networks
- High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
- Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
- Recognition and celebration of your achievements
Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.
Why Redhill Academy Trust?
Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities.
Further information about the job
Your role…
Key Responsibilities include:
Leadership & Strategic Development
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the school as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Lead on SEND provision across the school, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practice.
- Support the development and implementation of whole-school policies, particularly those related to inclusion, safeguarding, and pastoral care.
SENCO Responsibilities
- Oversee the identification, assessment, and provision for students with SEND.
- Coordinate and monitor EHCPs, interventions, and support plans.
- Lead the SEND team, including the Assistant SENCo, Teaching Assistants and external specialists.
- Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure effective support and communication.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting to Governors and local authorities. Support colleagues in developing inclusive teaching strategies and differentiation.
- Monitor progress and outcomes for SEND students and contribute to whole-school data analysis.
Person Specification:
Essential
- Experience managing EHCPs and liaising with external agencies
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- NASENCO (or equivalent) qualification (or willingness to complete)
- Proven experience in middle or senior leadership
- Strong understanding of SEND legislation and safeguarding frameworks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to inspire and lead others with integrity and empathy
Desirable
- Experience working in a secondary school setting
- DSL training or experience as a safeguarding lead
How to apply
Click ‘apply now’ to complete our on-line application form.
Please ensure you include the following in the Additional Information section of the form:
- Your reasons for applying for the role
- Your ideas on effective teaching and learning in SEN Department
For further details regarding this post please contact Mr Matt Robinson, Deputy Headteacher, on m.robinson@brookfieldcs.org.uk 01246 568115
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Brookfield Community School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1156 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01246 568115
Brookfield Community School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The school is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities for further information please visit the website.
Arranging a visit to Brookfield Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk.
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