Deputy Headteacher/SENDCo - Inclusion
What skills and experience we're looking for
For September 2025, we are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion). The successful candidate will have a strong educational background to help lead us to even greater success in all areas of school life, with a particular focus on leading the provision for special educational needs and disadvantaged students.We are a school with high expectations of our students, and we are committed to working in partnership with parents to get the best outcomes for students and the whole school community. We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who is able to offer dynamic and motivational leadership for the school to deliver its objectives.
You will be supported by colleagues in a very capable and experienced Senior Leadership Team.
What the school offers its staff
Inclusion is at the heart of the school's ethos and as such the SEN department is well resourced with specialist teaching spaces and staff. This role provides an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to have a whole school impact, driving SEND forward whilst being part of a dynamic and supportive senior team.
The King's School is an outstanding 11-18 comprehensive school, which takes great pride in the promotion of excellence in teaching and learning, pastoral care and extra-curricular activities. Our core purpose of 'Achievement for All' encourages every student to develop their skills, interests and talents, not just through academic achievement but also through a rich variety of enrichment opportunities including house competitions, extra-curricular clubs, trips and visits.
Further details about the role
To apply, please contact Mrs. Pocock at recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk for further details, or see our website and apply online. Please contact Mrs. Pocock by 9am on Monday 20th January to arrange a school visit. When applying for the role, please refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website.The post of Deputy Headteacher is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Closing date: 9am Monday 27th January 2025Interview dates: Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th February 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.