Deputy Headteacher for Inclusion

Westende Junior School, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2EJ

8 days remaining to apply

• Earliest start date

  12 April 2027

• Latest start date

  1 September 2027

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Leadership role
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £55,746 - £61,533
• Pay scale: Leadership Scale L4-L8

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an excellent teacher and ambitious school leader ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

We are seeking an inspiring and ambitious Deputy Headteacher/SENCO to help lead the continued development of teaching, learning, curriculum and inclusion at Westende Junior School. Working closely with the Executive Headteacher, you will play a key strategic role in driving school improvement, strengthening classroom practice, developing staff expertise and ensuring that every pupil receives the support and challenge they need to thrive.

We are a welcoming, two-form entry school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to helping every child achieve and flourish. Our values of respect, happiness and resilience are at the heart of school life.

This role combines leadership of teaching and learning with strategic responsibility for SEND and inclusion. As SENCO, you will champion high-quality provision for pupils with SEND, work closely with families and external agencies, and ensure that inclusive, ambitious teaching enables all pupils to thrive.

If you’re ready to grow, lead, and make a difference - we’d love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

With the support of The Circle Trust and the Executive Headteacher, you will have the opportunity to develop as a senior leader, contribute to whole-school improvement and benefit from high-quality professional support and mentoring.

• A supportive, enthusiastic staff team
• A lively, creative and good-humoured approach to all aspects of teaching, management and leadership
• Strong relationships between staff, pupils and families
• Pupils’ behaviour across the school is exemplary (Ofsted April 25)
• Being part of The Circle Trust provides a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Exceptional mentoring and tailored leadership coaching
• Opportunities to collaborate with experienced leaders across our multi-academy Trust

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

Westende Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all pupils, staff, volunteers, visitors and external agencies to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

WJS - DHT Applicant Information Pack Oct 2026.pdf - 2.74 MB (opens in new tab)

About Westende Junior School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 241 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Westende Junior School website
• Email address: recruitment@thecircletrust.co.uk
• Phone number: 0118 338 1961
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/westende-junior-school-wokingham

We are a happy, inclusive and family orientated school with a strong community ethos within Wokingham.

Our aim is to provide a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring learning environment which develops happy, confident children and ignites their passion for learning. Our staff are highly dedicated and will always go the extra mile to ensure that every child is valued, inspired and engaged. This is achieved through a creative and forward-thinking curriculum where we aim to inspire children and prepare them for the next stage in their lives.

Arranging a visit to Westende Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thecircletrust.co.uk.

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