SEND and Inclusion Lead
Enfield Heights Academy, Enfield, Middlesex, EN3 5BY12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2025
Closing date
30 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £60,264.00 Annually (FTE) L6 + Health Cash Plan + Generous Pension - Actual Salary: £36,158 (0.6)
SEND and Inclusion Lead job summary
Enfield Heights Academy is a happy, high-achieving and inclusive primary school, ranked in the top 10% nationally for outcomes. We are proud to serve a richly diverse community, where every child is known, valued and inspired to thrive. Our vision goes beyond academic success—we are committed to developing the whole child, nurturing curiosity, creativity and confidence. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, caring and forward-thinking group of educators and support staff. We work together to make a real difference in children’s lives, and we are looking for individuals who share our values and believe in the power of education to transform futures.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and experienced SEND and Inclusion Lead to join our senior team and play a key strategic role in shaping the future of inclusive education at Enfield Heights Academy. This is a unique opportunity to lead, influence and drive best practice in SEND provision, inclusion and pastoral care across the academy. You will champion the needs of all learners, ensuring that every child, regardless of background or ability, receives the support, challenge and care they deserve.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled and compassionate leader, with a strong understanding of SEND frameworks, a collaborative mindset and a commitment to creating a nurturing, high-aspiration environment for every pupil. You will work closely with staff, families, and external partners to ensure high-quality, inclusive teaching and meaningful progress for all.
We are looking for someone who holds the National Award for SEN Co-ordination with substantial experience in a SEND leadership role. A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding responsibilities and inclusive teaching strategies is essential.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
What We OfferOur pledge is to offer a supportive, caring, meaningful place to work and learn. Being an employer of choice is our continued aspiration. We offer a range of benefits to our staff:- North Star Wellbeing Scheme, covering a range of healthcare cover and benefit
- Career pathways and leadership development
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities
- Promote manageable workloads and support a healthy work life balance
- Generous pension scheme
- Subsidised lunches in our canteen
- Cycle scheme
Apply Now
Early applications are encouraged as this vacancy may close if we receive sufficient applications. Please note we do not accept CVs and you must apply via My New Term.
Safeguarding Statement
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other checks relevant to their role, in line with safer recruitment practices.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
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Commitment to safeguarding
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other checks relevant to their role, in line with safer recruitment practices.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Enfield Heights Academy
- School type
- Free School, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 196 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Enfield Heights Academy website
Enfield Heights Academy is a thriving, inclusive primary school and a proud member of North Star Community Trust, a family of schools united by the belief that we are Stronger Together. The Trust plays a vital role in the communities it serves, creating real, lasting change through education, opportunity and support. At Enfield Heights we share the Trust's vision, to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity, ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feel part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual.
Enfield Heights is a happy, high-achieving and inclusive primary school, ranked in the top 10% nationally for outcomes. We are proud to serve a richly diverse community, where every child is known, valued and inspired to thrive. Our vision goes beyond academic success—we are committed to developing the whole child, nurturing curiosity, creativity and confidence. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, caring and forward-thinking group of educators and support staff. We work together to make a real difference in children’s lives and we are looking for individuals who share our values and believe in the power of education to transform futures.
Our pledge is to offer a supportive, caring, meaningful place to work and learn. Being an employer of choice is our continued aspiration. We offer a range of benefits to our staff.
Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early if a high volume of strong applications is received.
We do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted via My New Term.
We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
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