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Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion & SENDAre you an experienced and visionary inclusion leader ready to take the next step in your career? This exciting Assistant Headteacher opportunity in Waltham Forest offers the chance to shape and lead an ambitious whole-school approach to SEND and inclusion from September 2026.A highly inclusive, community-focused primary school in Waltham Forest is seeking to appoint a committed Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and SEND on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a key leadership role for an experienced SENCo or senior leader who is ready to influence strategy, drive improvement, and ensure every child is supported to achieve their full potential.Why this school environment?This welcoming and diverse primary setting serves a vibrant multicultural community and is widely recognised for its nurturing ethos, high expectations, and deep commitment to equity. Inclusion is at the heart of everything the school does, ensuring that every child is seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.The school promotes a strong culture of wellbeing, emotional development, and belonging, where staff work collaboratively to remove barriers to learning and create engaging, accessible learning experiences for all pupils.Leadership is highly supportive and forward-thinking, with a genuine commitment to professional growth, innovation, and distributed leadership. Staff are encouraged to contribute to shaping inclusive practice across the school in meaningful and impactful ways.Key Information: * Position: Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion & SEND * Location: Waltham Forest * Start Date: September 2026 * Contract: Permanent, Full-Time * Salary: L4-L9 (£59,859 - £61,177)Key Responsibilities: * Lead and develop whole-school SEND and inclusion strategy * Champion inclusive practice from EYFS - KS2 * Oversee provision including a specialist Autism Resource Provision * Coach, mentor and develop staff to improve inclusive teaching * Work in partnership with parents, carers, and external agencies * Contribute to senior leadership and whole-school improvement planning * Drive high expectations and remove barriers to learning for all pupilsThe successful candidate will have: * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * National Award for SEND Coordination (NASENCO) * Significant experience in primary education * Proven leadership experience in SEND * Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice * A clear commitment to equity, inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners * Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and collaborative leadership skillsWhat the school offers: * A permanent leadership role in a highly inclusive environment * A strong and supportive leadership team * High-quality CPD and clear leadership development pathways * A collaborative staff culture built on shared values and teamwork * The opportunity to shape inclusive practice at a strategic level * Excellent transport links and strong accessibility for commuters

Interim Head of School (EYFS)Location: Westminster, North West LondonSalary: Up to Leadership Scale Contract: Interim - September 2026 to July 2027Start Date: September 2026SANZA Teaching Agency are working in partnership with a warm, nurturing and highly inclusive EYFS school in Westminster who are seeking an experienced and ambitious Interim Head of School to join them from September 2026 through to July 2027.This is an exciting opportunity for an established EYFS Leader, Assistant Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership within a supportive and child-centred environment. The school are particularly keen to hear from candidates with strong EYFS expertise and a passion for inclusive practice, with SEND experience highly desirable.The school itself is a small, community-focused setting with low pupil numbers, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships with children and families and provide a truly personalised approach to learning. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the school through an important academic year, maintaining high standards whilst continuing to foster a positive and nurturing culture.About the SchoolSmall pupil numbers, creating a close-knit and collaborative environmentInclusive ethos with a strong focus on early years development and wellbeingSupportive staff team with a shared commitment to high-quality provisionChild-centred approach to teaching and learningWell-resourced learning environments designed to support curiosity and creativityStrong relationships with families and the wider communityLocated in Westminster with excellent transport links across LondonOpportunity to make a genuine impact within a leadership roleThe RoleAs Interim Head of School, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the setting, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and safeguarding are maintained throughout the academic year.Key responsibilities will include:Leading and supporting staff across the schoolDriving high standards within EYFS provisionSupporting pupils with additional needs and ensuring inclusive practiceMaintaining a positive and nurturing learning environmentWorking closely with governors, staff and familiesOverseeing curriculum delivery, assessment and pupil progressManaging day-to-day operations of the school effectivelySupporting staff development and wellbeingThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Proven leadership experience within an EYFS settingExperience supporting pupils with SENDA strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive educationExcellent communication and organisational skillsThe ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team effectivelyA passion for early years education and child developmentEither existing Headship experience OR be an experienced EYFS Leader/Deputy ready to step upWhy Work with SANZA Teaching Agency?SANZA Teaching Agency are a specialist education recruitment partner committed to supporting teachers and leaders across London schools. As part of the Tradewind Recruitment Group, one of the UK's leading education recruitment organisations, we pride ourselves on delivering a personal and professional service to both candidates and schools.Benefits of working with SANZA include:Top 100 Company to Work For recognitionPAYE payroll only - absolutely no umbrella companiesCompetitive rates of payDedicated education consultants with specialist market knowledgeAccess to free CPD and leadership development opportunitiesLong-standing relationships with excellent schools across LondonHonest, transparent and supportive recruitment processInterview preparation and ongoing career supportTo apply for this Interim Head of School opportunity, or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Paige Ferro at SANZA Teaching Agency today.SANZA Teaching Agency are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

Assistant Headteacher, Eltham, London. Full-Time, Permanent, September start.*** Assistant Headteacher Eltham, London*** Assistant Headteacher Full-Time, Permanent*** Assistant Headteacher September start*** Assistant Headteacher £50,000-£60,000Are you an Assistant Headteacher?Are you an Assistant Headteacher looking for a new challenge?Do you have experience working with students who have ASD?If you answered yes to the above, then this Assistant Headteacher role is for you!The Role – Assistant Headteacher This school is looking for an Assistant Headteacher who can join the team and bring a strong work ethic to the workplace and someone who can work independently and in a team. This is a full-time, permanent role starting in September. The right candidate will have experience working with students who have Autism & SEMH needs.The School - Assistant Headteacher The school is in Eltham, London. They are a SEN school with students aged between 16-19. This school is known to have a keen and positive environment for both staff and students. This is a school with approx. 200 students.Apply for this Assistant Headteacher role or contact Danny at TLTP for more information!